Location : 245 Operation Center Drive, NC
Job Type: Full Time-Regular
Job Number: 24-00365
Department: Public Services
Opening Date: 08/28/2024
Closing Date: 9/10/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Post-Offer Required Pre-Employment Screenings: Driving History Check
Criminal History Check
Education Verification
Drug Screen
Hiring Salary: $76,298.04 - $99,211.32
Full Salary Range: $76,298.04 - $122,098.08
The City of Wilmington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Position Description The City of Wilmington has an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced professional to work on a variety of stormwater & street improvement projects. This position will join the Stormwater & Streets Management Division of the Public Works Department. As a part of our team, you will provide professional-level engineering design, technical evaluations and staff supervision on Public Works projects. This position will be responsible for overseeing and performing project planning, technical analysis, design and permit reviews, consulting engineering and survey contract management, public relations, and construction management of stormwater and streets capital and in-house improvement projects. Typical projects include drainage improvements and street & sidewalk improvements.
The Senior Project Engineer position requires an individual that is highly motivated, has excellent communication skills, is team-oriented, and has construction administration and management experience. Experience with stormwater management engineering is preferred.
The Stormwater and Streets Management Division of the Public Works Department is responsible for the City's public drainage, street, and sidewalk infrastructure improvements, including in-house maintenance projects, capital projects and the NPDES Stormwater Permit. Please visit the webpages to learn more!
Compensation & BenefitsThe hiring range for this position is $76,298.04 - $99,211.32 annually and is dependent on the selected candidates' qualifications and experience. A comprehensive benefits package includes participation in the Local Government Employees Retirement System and an automatic 4.5% contribution to a deferred compensation plan.
About the Wilmington CommunityWilmington is the eighth largest city in North Carolina and located in New Hanover County. Wilmington is a coastal town and port city situated in southeastern North Carolina and is considered approximately the midpoint of the eastern seaboard of the United States. The city is bordered by the Cape Fear River to the west and the Atlantic Ocean to the east. While having a diverse population of over 126,000, the city is an active business, service and industrial center for the surrounding five-county area with a population of more than 520,606 people area-wide.
Forbes magazine's 17th annual ranking of Best Places for Business and Careers ranked Wilmington 35th out of the 200 largest metropolitan areas in the United States. Wilmington earned the title of "Best American Riverfront" in USA TODAY's "10 Best" contest for the Nation's Best Riverwalk in 2014. Serving as economic drivers, prestigious companies such as GE, Corning, Thermo Fisher Scientific, PMG, nCino, Live Oak and Alcami, among others, are drawn to Wilmington due to its educated workforce and favorable tax and regulatory policies. Higher education institutions in the City are represented by the University of North Carolina - Wilmington and Cape Fear Community College. The film industry has also played a large role in the local economy with productions such as Iron Man 3, Dawson's Creek and One Tree Hill.
With a beautiful riverfront, nearby beaches and a two-hour drive to the State Capital of Raleigh, Wilmington's location offers plenty of professional, educational and recreational opportunities!
Typical Tasks This position manages the administration, budget, design and construction of stormwater and streets capital and in-house projects and provide technical support to the Public Works Department through the following typical duties:
- Provide engineering, technical, and administrative guidance for various types of drainage capital and in-house improvement projects.
- Design in-house stormwater, street and sidewalk maintenance projects.
- Negotiate and administer contracts for design and construction services.
- Provide fiscal management of capital improvement projects to include preparation of opinions of probable cost, development of alternatives for value engineering; monitoring budgets, negotiation of contract amendments and change orders, and invoicing.
- Oversee and manage consultants and contractors regarding performance, contract duties, project status, and scheduling.
- Incorporate design or construction changes into the work product to address unforeseen conditions.
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders throughout the planning, design, and construction of drainage capital improvement projects for administrative and technical input and feedback.
- Manage the public bid process.
- Manage public relations and resolve citizen concerns.
- Chair public information meetings, design coordination meetings, pre-bid meetings, pre- construction meetings, and progress meetings.
- Represent the City of Wilmington in meetings with regulatory agencies.
- Author technical specifications and develop or improve construction details.
- Assist in updates to the Technical Standards and Specifications Manual.
- Participate on various internal and external committees.
- Pursue continuous professional development.
- Supervision to multiple inspection and technical staff, including but not limited to the CCTV camera crew.
Qualifications Education and Experience- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or closely related program from an accredited university and five years of increasingly responsible direct work experience in project management, including all aspects of process development and execution; or equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Additional Requirements- Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of North Carolina.
- Class C Driver's License
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering including public construction, project management, hydrology, and hydraulic design.
- Knowledge of advanced drafting methods and techniques; proficient use of project management software, Microsoft Office, Civil 3D, ArcGIS.
- Ability to analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Supplemental Information PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
WORKING CONDITIONS:This position generally requires work indoors/office setting. Some outdoor work may be necessary for particular events.
Our Core Values: INCLUSION | COLLABORATION | CREATIVITY | ACCOUNTABILITYOur Mission Statement: Through forward-thinking policies and responsible stewardship, we are creating a better city every day with excellent core services and quality of life for all.
What we offer:The City of Wilmington believes that employees are one of our most important resources. We offer an excellent salary and competitive benefits package to serve the needs of our employees and their families. Our benefits package includes:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options
- Excellent retirement benefits, including a city provided 4.5% contribution each pay period into a 401(k) account and automatic enrollment into the North Carolina Local Government Employees' Retirement System
- Employer-paid health & wellness clinic
- Paid sick and vacation leave + 13 paid holidays per year
- 6-weeks paid parental leave
- Paid volunteer & blood donation leave to give back to our community
- Flex schedule and telework availability, depending on your position
- Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives
- Tuition assistance benefits
Applicant Status Updates: After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants who meet the minimum and/or preferred qualifications will be referred over to the hiring department.
All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal. Health Benefits are offered to employees working at least 30 hours per week. Health Insurance - The City offers two options for health coverage: a standard PPO plan and a High Deductible Health Plan with an associated Health Savings Account. Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Both you and the City contribute to the overall cost of coverage.
Dental Insurance - Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Employees, their spouse and dependent children are eligible for coverage.
Life Insurance - The city pays to provide coverage valued at one times your annual salary. Supplemental insurance is available for employees to purchase. Optional coverage for dependents is also available for purchase.
Retirement: - NC Local Government Retirement System -All benefits eligible employees make a mandatory 6% contribution every pay period.
-
Deferred Compensation - The city contributes an amount equal to 4.5% of the annual salary to a 401(k) plan regardless of employee contribution. Employees may choose to contribute additional money to the 401(k) or 457 deferred compensation plans, without a match from the City, within the IRS guidelines.
Paid Leave (offered to employees working at least 1,000 hours annually*): - Sick Leave - 12 days accrued each year
- Annual Leave - Accrual based on years of service and classification. Employees can earn from 10 to 24 days each year.
- Holidays - 13 paid holidays annually
- Paid Parental Leave - Six weeks of paid leave for the birth, adoption or placement of a child (must run concurrently with FMLA).
*Part-Time Employees will earn paid leave benefits on a pro-rated basis.
Miscellaneous:- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Cancer & Critical Illness
- Accident Insurance
- Whole Life Insurance
- Credit Union membership
Note: The City of Wilmington is on a bi-weekly pay cycle. New employees should expect to recieve their first paycheck approximately 3 weeks after their start date.
**This is intended to be a brief overview of the benefits offered. Please visit our website at for more information.**
01
Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
02
Do you have a valid Drivers License?
03
Which best describes your highest level of education in a civil engineering or closely related program from an accredited university?
- High School Diploma or GED
- Some College
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate Degree
- None - N/A
04
How many years of experience do you have in increasingly responsible direct work in project management; including all aspects of process development and execution?
- I have no experience
- less than 1 year
- 1 year to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 5 years
- 5 years to less than 10 years
- 10 years or more
05
Please identify the company/agency/organization where you gained the experience described in question #4. Note: These employers must be listed in the work history section on your employment application to receive credit. Entering "N/A' or "See Resume/Application" does not qualify as an acceptable response.
06
Do you have Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of North Carolina.
07
Do you have any experience with Pavement Design?
08
How many years of professional civil engineering experience do you have that includes direct work experience in project management including all aspects of process development and execution?
- No experience
- Less than 1 year experience
- 1 year to less than 3 months
- 3 years to less than 5 years
- 5 years to less than 10 years
- 10 years or more
09
Briefly describe your professional civil engineering experience including direct work experience in project management including all aspects of process development and execution. (If this question does not apply, please type N/A in the space provided below.)
10
How many years of experience do you have managing public owned projects and/or infrastructure development review?
- No experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 5 years
- 5 years to less than 10 years
- 10 years or more
11
Briefly describe your experience managing public owned projects and/or infrastructure development review. (If this question does not apply, please type N/A in the space provided below.
12
Do you have experience designing or reviewing stormwater control measures (SCMs) as it relates to NCDEQ's Stormwater Design Manual and Minimum Design Criteria?
13
Briefly describe your experience designing or reviewing stormwater control measures (SCMs) as it relates to NCDEQ's Stormwater Design Manual and Minimum Design Criteria. (If this question does not apply, please type N/A in the space provided below.)
14
Do you have experience in administering and enforcing a locally adopted stormwater ordinance?
15
Briefly describe your experience in administering and enforcing a locally adopted stormwater ordinance. (If this question does not apply, please type N/A in the space provided below.)
16
The hiring salary for the position is posted on the job posting. Salary determination is supported by budget availability and qualifications of the candidate to maintain internal equity. Please acknowledge that you understand this process.
Required Question