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Senior Civil Engineer Positions

The City of Santa Clara is seeking to fill multiple Senior Civil Engineer positions to perform high-level civil engineering tasks to manage and support capital improvement projects. Current openings are in the Department of Public Works (DPW). Currently, DPW has one (1) open position in the Design Division, one (1) open position in the Land and Property Development Division, and two (2) open positions in the Traffic Division.

The position in the Design Division – Infrastructure Bond Program Team will be responsible for the delivery and management of a wide range of capital improvement projects including water, sanitary sewer and storm drain systems, public-right-of-way infrastructure, transportation planning and infrastructure implementation, parks and recreation facilities, and other city-owned facilities and infrastructure including libraries, community centers, and police and fire stations, etc.

The position is in the Land and Property Development Division will be responsible for the delivery and management of engineering plan review, permitting, and project management for private development and utility projects in the public right-of-way and City easements. Additionally, the position will establish conditions of approval for planning entitlement projects and manage DPW services at the City's Permit Center.

The two positions in the Traffic Division will be within the planning section. One position will focus on managing, coordinating, and implementing the City's recently adopted Vision Zero Plan in collaboration with various City departments, outside agencies, and stakeholders. The primary goal of the Vision Zero Plan is to eliminate all traffic fatalities and severe injuries by 2050. The second position will focus on developing and implementing transportation plans and programs, reviewing private development applications and traffic studies, developing grant applications, and providing staff support of the City's Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee.

Under direct supervision of the principal engineer or other manager, the Senior Civil Engineer will work independently as a hands-on contributor to the engineering team's work and will be in charge of engineering, construction, maintenance, and related activities. Senior Civil Engineers also have responsibility for the quality and quantity of the work of an engineering unit, as well as other supervisory duties, as distinguished from the next lower level, Associate Civil Engineers, who generally have responsibility for projects.

The Department:

The City of Santa Clara's Department of Public Works seeks a results-oriented and innovative engineer to serve out the Department's mission to provide the highest quality public works services to the residents and businesses of Santa Clara, the development community, and other stakeholders in a responsible and efficient manner. The Department has focus areas that include Engineering Services and Operations and Maintenance. Engineering Services is comprised of five divisions: Administration, Traffic, Design, Land and Property Development, and Field Services. Operations and Maintenance include public roadways, parkways and boulevards, City trees, street sweeping, environmental programs, storm drain systems, fleet, solid and mixed waste/recyclables, and City facilities. For more information about the Department of Public Works please visit the department website.

DESIGN DIVISION – INFRASTRUCTURE BOND PROGRAM TEAM

The Design Division leads and manages capital improvement project delivery for a variety of City infrastructure projects related to transportation, roadways, pedestrians and bicycles, storm drains, sanitary sewers, buildings, libraries, public safety facilities, and parks to implement the City's capital improvement program. The division also manages capital improvement planning and programming related to pavement management, storm drain facilities, and sanitary sewer systems and also coordinates with the Federal Emergency Management Agency on the City's Community Rating System (CRS) program to maintain or improve the City's current Class 7 rating.

In November 2024, Santa Clara voters approved Measure I which authorized the issuance of $400 million General Obligation bonds to address the City's infrastructure needs. The Bond program encompasses six categories: Streets and Transportation; Fire Stations and Emergency Response; Police Facilities; Parks, Library, Senior Center, and Aquatic Facilities; Storm Drain System Improvements; and Historic Buildings and Beautification. To support the delivery of these projects, an Infrastructure Bond Program Team was created to focus on these projects.

Under direct supervision of the Principal Engineer of the Infrastructure Bond Program Team, the Senior Civil Engineer performs the following duties to support the Bond program:

• Management and administration of projects from inception to award of construction contracts
• Preparation of budgets and cost monitoring related to CIP projects
• Procurement of consultant support services such as engineers and architects
• Coordination with internal & external stakeholders
• Supervision and training of engineering staff
• Preparation of City Council agenda reports and engineering reports.

LAND & PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT DIVISION

The Land & Property Development Division is responsible for providing efficient and effective engineering services to support private development projects during the entitlement, design, and construction phases. The division works closely with customers, developers, utility companies and the community to ensure projects comply with local, state and federal standards. The division is also responsible for reviewing and approving encroachment permits, easements, street/easement abandonments, subdivision maps, processing encroachment agreements, collecting development-related fees, and collaborating with other Public Works divisions, as well as other City departments throughout all project phases. Additionally, the division provides customer counter services to the general public at the City's permit center.

Under direct supervision of the Principal Engineer, the Senior Civil Engineer performs the following duties:

• Reviewing plans submitted by private engineers and other public agencies for compliance with City standards and the City's Engineering Design Criteria
• Coordination of engineering activities with other City departments and other public agencies having interest in the proposed work
• Supervision and training of engineering staff
• Preparation of City Council agenda reports and engineering reports
• Review of subdivision maps, easement documents, and other title documents
• Calculation and collection of development fees
• Management of the City's Encroachment Permit Program
• Preparation and coordination of engineering conditions of approval for proposed development
• Distribution and presentation of technical information to other City departments and to the general public

TRAFFIC DIVISION

The Traffic Engineering Division provides traffic engineering, traffic impact analysis reviews, bicycle and pedestrian improvement planning, grant administration, and traffic signal maintenance and operation services for the City. The division also investigates resident/business inquiries related to street parking, traffic calming, intersection control, and bicycling and pedestrian travel on public streets. Finally, the division coordinates with other agencies such as the Valley Transportation Authority, County of Santa Clara Roads and Airports, Caltrans, and the cities of San Jose, Cupertino, and Sunnyvale related to projects, programs, and grant opportunities.

Under direct supervision of the Transportation Manager, the Senior Civil Engineer performs the following duties:

• Preparation and management of preliminary, final design, and contract documents (plans, specifications, and cost estimates)
• Implementation of transportation plans and programs (i.e. Bicycle Master Plan, Pedestrian Master Plan, Complete Streets Policy, and Vision Zero)
• Completion of studies and analyses of traffic engineering projects or problems, and prepares technical reports
• Coordination of transportation related engineering activities with other City departments and other public agencies
• Preparation of budgets and cost monitoring related to projects
• Operation and management of the City's traffic signals, intelligent transportation systems, and other traffic control devices.
• Development and implementation of traffic signal timing parameters and coordination timing plans
• Supervision and training of engineering staff
• Review of plans submitted by private engineers and other public agencies for compliance with City standards related to public transportation facilities and infrastructure
• Preparation and administration of grant funding applications and reports
• Conducting field and office work
• Supporting the City's Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
• Working with the public and consultants on various projects and transportation related inquiries.

FIELD SERVICES DIVISION

The Field Services Division provides construction management, construction inspection, materials testing, and surveying for capital improvement projects such as pavement rehabilitation, traffic signals, storm and sanitary sewers, parks, building improvements and other public improvements. The division also provides construction inspection and coordination for developer/utility/private construction of public improvements within the City's right-of-way.

Under direct supervision of the Principal Engineer, the Senior Civil Engineer performs the following duties:

• Contract Administration
• Preparation of budgets and cost monitoring related to CIP projects
• Construction Management
• Labor Compliance Program Management
• Supervision and training of field construction activities and engineering staff
• Co

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