SENIOR CIVIL ENGINEER
Public Works Department - Engineering Division
$11,233.58 - $14,980.92 Monthly Plus Excellent Benefits
Opportunity to work a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off.
The City of Gilroy is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Join our team!
ABOUT THE POSITION
If you’re looking to make a significant impact to the Gilroy community while advancing your career in civil engineering and project management, then look no further! The City of Gilroy is currently recruiting for a full-time Senior Civil Engineer for the Engineering Division of the Public Works Department. In this exciting opportunity the incumbent will play a pivotal role in shaping infrastructure and overseeing key projects vital to the growth and development of the City of Gilroy. This role offers a unique blend of technical expertise, leadership, and strategic planning making it an ideal role an engineering professional looking to make tangible differences in the lives of the Gilroy residents.
The Senior Civil Engineer will work under the direction of the City Engineer and/or the Public Works Director and will lead the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Section. This supervisory position will lead a team of engineers and technicians in the implementation of the City’s CIP, including the planning, design, construction, and inspection of a variety of projects. Responsibilities include supervising employees, directing complex professional-level field and office engineering assignments, developing strategies and schedules for implementing the CIP, assisting with CIP budgeting, and playing a significant role in making a difference in the community!
The Senior Civil Engineer classification is an exempt, mid-management level position.
Public Works CIP projects involve planning, design, coordination with end users, bid package preparation, and construction management. Therefore, exceptional organizational and project management skills are imperative to achieve department and City goals. Additionally, successful performance requires the ability to independently implement programs, projects, and policies in conformance with generally accepted standards, including possessing thorough knowledge of contract administration, project management principles and supervisory practices.
The Senior Civil Engineer will manage assigned staff and consultants and assist with budgeting tasks within the Engineering Division. Furthermore, the Senior Civil Engineer will provide and participate in critical team leadership to ensure that all engineering services, goals, projects, and initiatives meet the high-performance standards of the Department and City.
THE TEAM AND DEPARTMENT
Our team of talented Engineers and Technicians collaborate to design, build, and maintain the City’s storm drain, streets, sidewalks, parks, landscapes, signals, streetlights, and related infrastructure. When you join our team, you will work amongst engineering professionals who share a passion for serving the residents of Gilroy and improving the community. Our goal is to continuously promote a better quality of life for those who live, work, and visit the City of Gilroy by facilitating efficient engineering services and the creation of orderly growth and development within the city. The Public Works Engineering team values teamwork, innovation, collaboration and offers a busy, yet supportive environment.
WHY THIS IS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK
- Ability to gain well-rounded work experience in a variety of public works programs.
- Opportunity for professional development in the areas of Capital Improvement Projects, Land Development, Transportation & Traffic Engineering, and Contract Administration.
- Opportunity to develop leadership and supervisorial skills and abilities.
- The Engineering team has the feel of a “work family” to include a friendly and supportive environment.
EXAMPLES OF FIRST YEAR PROJECTS/ASSIGNMENTS:
- 10th Street Bridge overcrossing Uvas Creek
- Annual City-wide Pavement Rehabilitation
- Annual Sidewalk Repair and Curb Ramp Programs
- Safe Routes to Schools and Traffic Calming Programs
- Gilroy Ice Center – New signal and access road improvements
- Infrastructure improvements on Priority Safety Corridors
- Rule 20A and utility undergrounding
- Infrastructure improvements for stormwater compliance
- Annual Traffic Signal Upgrades