Civil Design Engineer

Job Description

The position is responsible for preparation and supervision of civil engineering designs andinvestigations across a broad range of infrastructure projects. It will include external contractmanagement, management of internal design projects and preparation of contract documentation fordesign projects.PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES1 Scope, investigate, define and prepare project plans for designs and investigations.2 Prepare comprehensive consultant briefs for designs and investigations.3 Engage and manage multi-disciplinary consultant teams to achieve design objectiveswithin budget expectations.4 Management of the preparation of civil design plans, specifications and estimates for a rangeof civil design projects.5 Monitor project plans to ensure objectives are being satisfied and provide timely advice tothe Manager on any anticipated delays affecting project commitments.6 Review all design documentation prepared and ensure that it is correct to a high degree ofaccuracy, suitable for construction and in accordance with all relevant standards andlegislation and complies with all the requirements of the Design Divisions QualityManagement System (QMS).7 Undertake technical investigations and prepare reports on a range of civil design projects.8 Investigate, document and prepare applications for statutory approvals.9 Research, prepare and implement effective policies in areas relevant to the DesignDivision.10 Effectively liaise with Public Utilities and other Authorities, user groups and Council staffWORKING RELATIONSHIPSINTERNAL EXTERNALDivisional Managers Other Local GovernmentsCouncil Staff Residents and Property OwnersGroup Managers Engineering ConsultantsExecutive Management DevelopersMiddle Management Statutory AuthoritiesCouncil Committees Community GroupsCouncilorsPERSON SPECIFICATION1 Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering2 Demonstrated experience in Civil engineering design and construction with a strong emphasisin the design of civil infrastructure.3 Demonstrated project management experience coordinating consultants to deliver multipleprojects that meet strict deadlines, budgets and deliver identified outcomes.4 Experience in applying relevant legislative, statutory and industry standards in relation to civilengineering design.5 Demonstrated experience investigating, analyzing and resolving difficult design problems.6 Demonstrated experience applying Risk Management and Workplace Health and Safetyprinciples and policies to civil design projects and the workplace.7 Ability to work independently with minimum supervision on a diverse range of design projects.8 Demonstrated ability to effectively plan the use of resources to meet the requirements of theorganization.9 Demonstrated ability to manage a number of conflicting priorities simultaneously.10 Understanding of the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and how these apply to thework environmentsQualifications and training requiredThere are routes into a career in civil engineering for both university graduates and school leavers. To find out about how you can get into this career via a school leaver route (eg an apprenticeship or school leaver training programmed) see the construction and property sector of TARGET careers, our website aimed at school leavers, and particular your article on civil and structural engineering careers.Graduates will need a degree in civil engineering accredited by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE). You are then expected to work towards one of two professionally recognized qualifications with the ICE. If you have completed a BEng, you can gain an incorporated engineer (IEng) status. If you completed either an MEng or a BEng plus a masters, you can acquire chartered engineer (CEng) status. Both titles will help career prospects, but chartered engineers are often more sought after by employers. For more information, see article on achieving chartered status.If you are applying for a graduate role within civil engineering, it will greatly help your career prospects if you have gained work experience during a year-in-industry or summer placement. Some employers offer sponsorship and a job offer to students who have impressed them during work experience.Key skills for civil engineersEmployers seek graduates who are commercially aware and capable of working well within a team environment. Other key skills include:sound mathematical, scientific and IT skillsthe ability to think methodically and to manage projectsproblem-solving skillsability to work to deadlines and within budgetsability to maintain an overview of entire projects while continuing to attend to detailed technicalitiesexcellent verbal and written communication skillsnegotiating, supervisory and leadership skillscomplete knowledge of relevant legislation.

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