Assistant City Engineer - City Of Elkhart

Overview The Assistant City Engineer assists in managing the City of Elkhart's Public Works and Utilities

This role involves supervising staff, planning utility and infrastructure projects, overseeing construction processes, and inspecting projects to ensure they meet regulations

Responsibilities Staff Management: o Supervise assigned staff, assess workloads, and conduct hiring and training

o Set work goals, evaluate performance, and enforce personnel policies

Project Development: o Initiate and design utility and drainage projects in collaboration with citizens and officials

o Manage project scope, cost estimates, design processes, and ensure compliance with laws

Bidding Process: o Oversee the project bidding process, including advertising, receiving bids, and making recommendations

Preconstruction Management: o Obtain necessary contracts, bonds, and insurance, and develop project schedules

o Answer technical questions from various stakeholders

Construction Oversight: o Manage construction projects, including budgets, change orders, and billing

o Conduct final inspections with the project inspector

Technology Utilization: o Use technology tools (GPS, GIS, etc.) for utility planning studies

Asset Management: o Work with the Engineering Services Director on managing infrastructure assets and conducting lifecycle analyses

Standard Operating Procedures: o Develop and implement procedures for efficient operations in the Public Works Department

Coordination: o Collaborate with other local government planning organizations for appropriate project planning

Development Plan Review: o Review private development plans and complete necessary permits for public works

Record Management: o Assist with maintaining the Records Management System

Capital Improvement Planning: o Help prepare the annual capital improvement plan for review and approval.