Professional Engineer

The City of Minneapolis Public Works Department is hiring Professional Engineers in the following areas:

• Water Treatment & Distribution
• Transportation Engineering & Design
• Traffic & Parking Services

Apply online at: https://www.minneapolismn.gov/government/jobs/job-openings/apply-for-a-job/ These positions will perform a variety of technical engineering work in the preparation of plans and specifications for engineering projects, provide consultation and assistance for civil engineering-related projects, performing technical studies, and preparing reports. NOTE: Both licensed and unlicensed engineers will be considered for these positions. Applicants NOT possessing a Professional Engineering License must apply for the Engineer posting. Work Location: This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office and/or at construction sites. Resume Required: You must submit a resume online along with your official City application. Without it, your application will be deemed as incomplete and will not be submitted for further consideration. The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas Overall Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide project management and coordination for planning, design, and construction projects and/or repair efforts.
• Prepare contractual documents, hire, and manage the work of consultants and contractors.
• Provide engineering design work, creating plans that construction crews can follow and ensuring that designs meet Federal, State and Local guidelines.
• Coordinate with private utilities, local businesses, and residents to help meet project needs and minimize impacts.
• Negotiate and/or help develop cooperative agreements with partnering organizations, private utilities, and local businesses.
• Obtain appropriate approvals, agreements, and permits necessary for City projects and initiatives.
• Establish priorities to ensure that projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Work with other agencies, organizations, businesses, and City Departments on initiatives and projects as required.
• Prepare project specifications, special provisions, cost estimates and funding splits, and recommendations. Assist with the preparation of cost splits.
• Participate in the preparation and monitoring of project schedules and budgets.
• Respond to questions from City Council Members, staff, constituents, and other interested parties on various projects, plans, and issues.
• Manage, direct, develop, and supervise technicians, engineers, interns, and other staff as assigned.
• Coordinate initiatives and projects with other Public Works staff and outside partners.
• Participate as the City's technical representative at various meetings.
• Perform research, prepare reports, give presentations, and write proposals.
• Communicate and present on technical engineering issues in a way that can be understood by residents, council members, and team members.
• Communication may be in person or in writing.
• Manage stakeholder involvement from other Public Works divisions, City departments, other agencies, and the public.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Water Treatment and Distribution Services Job Duties and Responsibilities (up to two positions)

• Review proposed paving plans and provide input and guidance as it relates to potential impacts to water utility infrastructure.
• Manage the delivery of municipal utility engineering, project management, and design.

The following skills are desired for the Water Treatment & Distribution Services positions:

• It is desirable that the candidate have experience with water, pipe and pump hydraulic calculations.
• It is desirable that the candidate have experience with the planning, design, and construction of pipelines through areas with conflicting buried utilities and surface facilities.
• It is desirable that the candidate have experience with surface restoration, including bituminous paving, concrete paving, turf, parkland and yards.
• It is desirable that the candidate have experience with protection of existing aesthetic environments, protection of trees, and designs to minimize visual impacts of new infrastructure.
• It is desirable that the candidate have experience with neighborhood engagement and cooperation.
• Fundamental knowledge and application of Federal and State laws, regulations and standards applying to public water supply systems, drinking water quality and construction site storm water quality protection.
• Ability to manage, at the same time, many projects related to water treatment process, facilities management, paving, traffic, surface waters and sewers as well as various other partner agency projects all at various stages of preliminary design, construction design, construction and project close out.
• Ability to communicate on a regular basis with others regarding procurement of materials, hiring of consultants, reviewing and planning of projects, investigations of issues and the status of all projects.

Working Conditions: Office and field work. Field work may include exposure to all weather conditions; exposure to outdoor elements such as noise, dust, gases, fumes, and chemicals; exposure to high traffic areas; exposure to rough, uneven surfaces; and/or other types of conditions that may be found in a construction environment. Some positions require working some nonstandard work hours and attending evening meetings with the public. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job