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If you are someone who wants to make a direct impact in the work they do, naturally embraces working in a team-based environment, is organized and resourceful, and understands the importance of tact and diplomacy when serving the public, consider a career with the City of Elk Grove Public Works Department!

The Public Works Department's Capital Improvement Program and Engineering Services Divisions are currently looking for skilled individuals and encourage Licensed and aspiring Engineers with relevant experience to apply!

See below for additional details about the positions available.

Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Division - multiple positions available

The CIP Division oversees the design, permitting, bidding and award of the City's CIP projects. The CIP contains several exciting and challenging projects including large roadway segments with new bridges, roundabouts, and roads, new freeway interchanges and pedestrian overcrossings, active transportation enhancements, complete streets, drainage, and facilities projects. The division is looking to fill multiple Associate Civil Engineer and Assistant Engineer positions.

The selected candidates will have experience in professional engineering assignments in design development and delivery of public works infrastructure projects, requiring expertise in multiple civil engineering-related functions; knowledge of architectural and facility project development, principles and practices of planning, design, and construction as applied to public works projects; and is experienced with processes and procedures associated with federal and state funding requirements, and applicable federal and state laws and standards governing construction of public works projects.

Engineering Services Division - one position available

The Engineering Services Division is comprised of the Construction Management, Public Works Permits, and Drainage Engineering Sections. The division has an immediate opening for an Associate Civil Engineer in the Construction Management Section. The Construction Management Section is responsible for delivery of the City's CIP projects from construction contract award through completion of the construction phase and transition to operations and maintenance.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in budgeting, scheduling, and contract management. As the liaison between various stakeholders including architects, engineers, contractors, and clients, exceptional communication and negotiation skills are essential. The successful candidate will demonstrate a proven ability to work with cross-functional teams, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance with the plans and specifications. The incumbent will report to the Senior Civil Engineer responsible for Construction Management, will assist in the project delivery process and act as the Resident Engineer for assigned projects. The ideal candidate's role demands an analytical thinker and a decisive problem-solver, committed to delivering projects on time and within budget, while fostering a collaborative and positive work environment.


Tentative Recruitment Timeline (subject to change)
Filing Deadline: 11:59 PM on September 20, 2023
Oral Board Interviews: October 3, 2023 (virtual)
Selection Interviews: October 9, 2023 (in person)
For a complete job description, further details about our benefit package and to apply, please visit our website at: elkgrovecity.org/jobs.

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