Senior Civil Engineer 20717367

Open Until: Friday, April 3, 2026

Interviews- TBD

Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing a City application.

DEFINITION

Under general direction, to supervise and review the work of the professional and

technical staff of a section of the Engineering Division engaged in preparing and/or

reviewing plans, specifications, designs, estimates, and inspections relating to private

development, capital improvement, construction, development, and maintenance

projects; to coordinate the work of the section with that of the Engineering Division and

the Public Works Department; and to perform complex engineering design, construction

inspection, contract administration, and related work as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Provide engineering consultation services to various field and office personnel; design

and/or manage/oversee design and construction contracts on Citys capital improvement

projects; review architectural, development and/or engineering maps, plans,

specifications, designs, and cost estimates, and provide recommendations on the

feasibility of bidding and constructing various construction or maintenance projects

prepared in-house or by consultants; administer contracts and inspect construction to

insure technical and legal compliance; plan, organize, and coordinate assigned work with

other City departments and outside agencies, consultants, and contractors; prepare or

direct project-related studies, reports, and correspondence for City administrators,

officials, and citizens; research and prepare Issue Statements on various policy

questions; assist with preparation of annual division budget; review, revise and maintain

the Citys General Conditions, Standard Specifications and Drawings ("Standards");

research design and construction procedures and materials, and recommend

improvements in Standards to the City Engineer; assist with recruitments and formally

evaluate performance of assigned personnel. Review and oversee private development

and proposed subdivisions. Manage and oversee request for work in the Right-Of-Way.

Participate in budget preparation for Capital Improvement Program and coordinate with

other Public Works divisions. Serve as liaison for City Committees and Commissions as

well as represent the City at various countywide committees. Prepare and present staff

reports for City Council. Review, prepare and submit grant applications. Investigate and

provide recommendations for complex issues. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of: Principles and practices of civil engineering design and construction;

principles and techniques of management and supervision including planning, organizing, and developing goals and objectives; principles and practices of design administration including computer aided design (CAD); theories, techniques, materials and equipment used in construction and maintenance of municipal Public Works improvements; legal issues, including liability laws, relating to municipal construction and civil engineering. Private development review/entitlement process and subdivision map act requirements.

Ability to: Demonstrate skill and/or acquire current knowledge in organizing, managing,

supervising and evaluating the work of professional and technical engineering personnel; employ City administrative, budgeting, purchasing, personnel management and other related processes and procedures to assist in managing the division; prepare or direct the preparation of complex plans, specifications, and legal contracts; conduct contract negotiations for City projects; demonstrate clear and effective oral communication; prepare clear and concise correspondence, reports and other written documents; interact positively and cooperate with co-workers, respond politely to customers, work as a team member, function under demanding time pressure, respond in a positive manner to supervision, and attend work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis. Mentor and train staff.

Education: Possession of a Bachelors degree in civil engineering or closely related field.

Experience: Five years of increasingly responsible experience in design and construction management of civil engineering projects, with at least two of the five years at a level equivalent to a City of Daly City Civil Engineering Associate.

License: California registration as a professional Civil Engineer and a valid Class C California Drivers License.