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Experienced Project Engineer

City of Leawood Kansas
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Salary Range:$71,861.62 To 88,030.48 Annually

Want a dynamic and exciting career in the public sector while impacting multiple facets of local government and helping the public? Think you have what it takes to excel in one of Kansas City’s most sought after communities? The City of Leawood, Kansas is seeking a dynamic, collaborative, and innovative individual committed to developing an even stronger community. As we continue to grow, we are seeking an Experienced Project Engineer who has experience in project management and engineering to join our Engineering team. The ideal candidate will enjoy problem solving, collaborating, and seeing infrastructure concepts become a reality. 
 

THE CITY OF LEAWOOD, KANSAS is looking for an
 Experienced Project Engineer

Are you the ideal person to be an Experienced Project Engineer with the City of Leawood?

  • Are you interested in a challenging career with the opportunity for success and a healthy work-life balance?
  • Do you enjoy working on teams managing projects from concept to completion?
  • Do you have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with others?
  • Do you have experience coordinating projects and finishing the project on time and within budget?
  • Are you ready to work for a thriving community where you can make a difference in the quality of life of its residents and visitors?
  • Are you ready for the next step in your career?

Primary Functions and Accountabilities: 

The Experienced Project Engineer will work with a team of engineers and inspectors managing the City’s Street projects, public infrastructure projects, and assist in the implementation of the design and construction of private development projects. 

 Key responsibilities include: 

  • Responsible for coordinating the planning, design, and construction of the City’s public infrastructure projects including streets, bridges, storm sewer, signals, lighting, facilities, and parks.
  • Responding to citizens with traffic and drainage concerns.  This may include investigating, problem solving, collaborating with peers, and site visits.
  • Administering the consultant design scope, monitoring schedules and fees, managing design and construction contracts, plan review, and acquiring necessary permits.
  • Assists with review and approval of private development projects as it relates to traffic, drainage, public infrastructure, City right-of-way, and easements. This includes coordinating with the Planning Department, Building and Codes Department, developers, and owners.
  • Works with Construction Inspectors and contractors to ensure timely completion of public infrastructure projects.  Responsibilities include providing engineering during construction, submittal and pay estimate reviews, problem solving, regular project meetings, and site visits.    

Minimum Education, Training and Certifications Requirements: 

  • Must have a minimum of a Bachelors’ degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited engineering school. Must have a minimum of four (4) years of experience in civil engineering design, construction, project management or equivalent experience. Experience in a municipality or public works is preferred.
  • Must hold and maintain a valid Certificate of Registration as Professional Engineer (PE) from the Kansas State Board of Technical Professions.        If registered in another state, must obtain Kansas registration within one (1) year of hire.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record per the City’s drivers Use of Vehicles for City Business policy throughout employment with the City.

Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis with the Experienced Project Engineer position closing on Monday, July 19th. 

In addition to a competitive salary, the City provides generous benefit opportunities – more info can be found at www.leawood-benefits.org.  We understand that a healthy work-life balance is essential for the success and well-being of our employees. Therefore, we have established the New Hire 40-Hour Vacation Program designed to give our newest team members the chance to recharge, explore, and connect with their passions outside of work.  From day one, enjoy the luxury of 40 hours of fully paid time off.   

The City of Leawood offers career development opportunities in which the employee could increase their experience, training, and pay.  The position is eligible to receive merit-based pay increases every year (merit increase up to 5% increase).  Employees also receive a Time In Service Bonus every three years of employment on their anniversary date equal to 5% of their annual salary.   

Salary: $71,861.62 - $88,030.48 / Salary, DOQ

(This is an exempt benefits eligible position.)