Engineer IV

Position Information This position will be responsible for supervising the day‑to‑day operations and staff involved with the Development Services section within the Engineering and Records Division. The Development Services section involves Zoning, Plan Review, Permitting, and Inspections of water distribution and sanitary sewer infrastructure for new developments and re‑developments for conformance with Cobb County Codes and Standards; establishing and creating new water accounts; and the installation of new water meters. Essential Functions Manages, directs, and evaluates assigned staff: develops and oversees employee work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and control; compiles and reviews timesheets; processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate; assists with or completes employee performance appraisals; directs work; and acts as a liaison between employees and management; and trains staff in operations, policies, and procedures. Organizes, prioritizes and schedules work activities to meet objectives: ensures that subordinates have the proper resources needed to complete the assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff to assist with complex/problem situations and provide technical expertise; and provides progress and activity reports to Director. Oversees engineering work involving the integration of multiple systems and provides technical expertise in an engineering specialty: manages and oversees special projects for assigned department and provides technical direction and coordination for projects involving multiple departments or jurisdictions; and conducts project presentations and represents assigned department in various community forums, including public meetings. Develops, plans, and implements short‑and long‑term goals, objectives, and strategies for the assigned functional area to ensure efficient organization and completion of work; ensures that goals, objectives and strategies align with legislatively mandated programs; and ensures regulatory compliance. Develops long‑ and short‑term goals, plans, and objectives for the division: researches and assesses current and future transit needs for the County; and oversees implementation of established goals, plans, and objectives. Conducts and/or reviews modeling, planning, and engineering studies in support of project analysis and design according to area assignment, such as water/wastewater infrastructure, roadways and transportation systems, traffic signals and control systems, solid waste systems, or stormwater systems: provides technical support during construction; prepares reports detailing the quantitative analysis performed and concluding recommendations; and reviews and verifies engineering calculations and analysis submitted by consultant engineers or internal engineering technicians. Develops preliminary/final plans and designs using CAD and other engineering/drafting tools: and develops engineering specifications for project construction based on programming assessment, design concepts, fundamental engineering principles, and approved preliminary plan. Manages design, development, construction and/or implementation of complex, multi‑year, county‑wide projects and programs: establishes projects schedules; reviews reports and designs from consultants; conducts overall project evaluation; coordinates and reviews the work of contracted architects, engineers, city staff and other project service providers; works with contractors to make design modifications necessary to conform with regulatory and project requirements; and approves the designs as appropriate. Completes review of civil engineering aspects of all site development plans to ensure compliance with applicable laws, ordinances, regulations, and standards: evaluates and assesses the impact of proposed projects with regards to traffic and transportation, drainage and stormwater runoff, hydrology and hydraulics, flood protection, grading and erosion control, zoning and land use appropriateness, and related issues; approves plans and issues permits or initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations; and works with developers/engineers to modify plans for conformity. Facilitates communication between the owner, project manager, contractors, other governmental agencies, the public, and other interested parties. Provides technical assistance to project managers and contracts officers during the bid phase of project design to help evaluate proposals and make recommendations for awarding the contract. Prepares and evaluates requests for proposals (RFPs); develops request for proposals, issues addendums, coordinates and leads evaluation of proposals in accordance with County policy, and submits agenda item recommending award. Provides technical assistance during bid phase and construction: assists with responding to bidder questions; makes recommendations for awarding contracts; and guides project management staff and consultants to control costs, manage risk, avoid claims, and resolve disputes. Receives and responds to concerns, complaints and inquiries from both internal and external customers; participates in communication and public educational efforts regarding specialty assignment area. Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field required; supplemented by seven years of progressively responsible experience in engineering or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Licenses and Certifications Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Professional Engineer license or be licensed in another state and obtain a Georgia Professional Engineer license within one year. Physical Abilities Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5‑10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation. Sensory Requirements Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally. Environmental Factors Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions; fieldwork may expose the incumbent to a variety of hazards related to construction sites. Periodic project or site visits may expose the incumbent to a variety of hazards consistent with a construction and/or treatment plant site including exposure to traffic and/or environmental conditions associated with water system utilities. EEO Statement Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr