Engineering Specialist, Lead (construction)

Engineering Specialist, Lead (Construction)

The Engineering Specialist Lead - Survey is an experienced lead worker in the Transportation Department responsible for the successful survey management of County roads, trails, and bridge projects. This position utilizes leadership, coordination, and strong communication skills to ensure that State and Federal aid projects are surveyed according to plans and specifications. The Lead will also work with Construction staff to resolve discrepancies in the plans and with contractors during construction as well as complete bridge inspection requirements in accordance with State and Federal guidelines.

Duties include:

• Leads, coordinates and provides direction to survey staff members daily, prioritizing requests to ensure all necessary and requested surveys are done on time.
• Works closely with other County departments, local agencies and consultants to provide survey information. i.e. Preliminary Surveys, Right of Way (viewing stakes), Construction staking, and other Miscellaneous surveys.
• Provides survey crews with up-to-date technology, training, and maintenance on survey equipment, including but not limited to: Total Stations, GPS, and Auto Levels.
• Have working knowledge of Microsoft Office, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, and SIMS (Structure Inventory Management System).
• Schedule and lead bridge inspection team. Mentor assistant bridge inspection staff while they prepare for their field proficiency test.
• Review and complete bridge inspection reporting requirements in accordance with State and Federal guidelines.
• Compiles and tracks Township bridge maintenance letters.
• Interpret construction plans and calculate necessary field notes.
• Work with construction staff to resolve discrepancies in the plans during construction.
• Provide technical leadership and assistance to department staff; perform paraprofessional duties and manage processes.

Essential job functions include extensive knowledge of Civil Engineering and Surveying practices, proficiency in the use of personal computers and field survey equipment, knowledge of engineering nomenclature, plans, records and maps, ability to keep excellent records, strong ability to effectively communicate orally and written with staff, contractors and agencies, ability to lead, manage, and mentor subordinates, and ability to establish and maintain effective and professional relationships with staff, public, agency staff (including State and Federal agencies) and other professionals.

Work environment includes 25% outside during the winter months (bridge inspections), 75% outside from early spring till early winter. Inside work is primarily sedentary and at a computer. When indoors must be able to perform the following on a continuous basis, sitting, standing, keying, and walking. When outdoors must be able to perform the following on a continuous basis; walking, balancing, bending/stooping, turning/twisting, low-level position, reaching forward/overhead/low levels, firm/simple grasping, and bending/twisting of the arms. Position requires force/lifting 0 - 24 pounds on a constant basis, 25 - 34 pounds of force occasional, 35 to 50 pounds rare to occasional, anything above 50 pounds is rare and should be done as a team lift. Outdoor work exposures may include, but are not limited to, changing weather conditions, uneven/rough/sloped walking conditions, roadway traffic and construction equipment on roads or construction projects, dust dirt, paint, solvents, cleaners, exhaust and noise. Driving is required for this position and staff must have the ability to use a variety of powered equipment including, but not limited to, light and heavy equipment including hammer/maul, machete, hammer drills, chisels, pavement grinder, post-hole digger, survey/GPS equipment, generator, compressor, personal computer, printers, telephone, cellular phone, calculator, copy machine, video equipment, and personal safety equipment.

Benefits include comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, vision, and other benefits, excellent work-life balance, generous paid time off (accrual rate starts at four weeks per year), eleven paid holidays and one floating holiday each year, pension with a generous employer contribution, selection process that includes submitting an online application, assigning a score based on qualifications, referring top scoring candidates to the hiring manager for interview consideration, conducting interviews and reference checks before extending an offer, extending an offer and conducting background checks.