Construction - County of San Diego : Job Details

Construction

County of San Diego

Job Location : San Diego,CA, USA

Posted on : 2024-11-19T12:59:47Z

Job Description :
Salary: $98,883.20 - $121,576.00 Annually Location : County of San Diego, CA Job Type: Regular - Full time Job Number: 24379509 Department: Public Works, Dept of, Road Division: Engineering Services-Rf Opening Date: 09/27/2024 Closing Date: 12/3/2024 11:59 PM Pacific Job SummaryThe County of San Diego Invites Your Interest in an Excellent Career Opportunity!CONSTRUCTION ENGINEER Interviews will take place beginning the week of December 02, 2024. Job offers will be made after successful completion of interviews. Looking to take your career in construction engineering to the next level? Look no further than the County of San Diego. The County of San Diego is currently accepting online job applications for Construction Engineer for theDepartment of Public Works (DPW). As a Construction Engineer, you'll have the chance to work on exciting projects that make a real difference in the community. From infrastructure improvements to monitoring the implementation of contractor's stormwater pollution prevention plans, you'll serve as Resident Engineer and perform engineering duties on large and complex construction contracts for Capital Improvement Projects or Private Development. What's more, the County of San Diego is committed to providing a supportive work environment, with amazing benefits and opportunities for advancement. If you're ready to take on new challenges and make a lasting impact, the County of San Diego is the perfect place to build your career in construction engineering. The Position: A Construction Engineer working in the Department of Public Works could be assigned to the Engineering Services Division which includes Construction Engineering/Materials Lab and the Capital Improvement Program. Here are some of the projects DPW has completed! Click to view the complete job description for this position. Hiring Process and Timeline:
  • Job Offer and Background Process begins in December 2024. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.
  • Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
  • Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date.
If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies. Ideal Candidate Profile: The ideal candidate for the Construction Engineering/Materials Lab will possess the following experience, attributes, and traits:
  • Has served as Resident Engineer on large and complex construction contracts
  • Has Qualified Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Developer (QSD) and/or Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP) certificate
  • Has professional office/field engineering experience with the design and construction of capital improvement projects, and project management experience
The ideal candidate for the Capital Improvement Program will possess the following experience, attributes, and traits:
  • Has professional office/field engineering experience with the design and construction of capital improvement projects, and project and/or contract management experience
  • Has coordinated and/or overseen construction procurements by reviewing proposed projects and performing constructability reviews, processing Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E) packages, and preparing and/or reviewing contract documents and plan sets
  • Has professional experience conducting pre-award surveys and bid tabulations, verifying contractor state licenses, federal and state debarment checks, Department of Industrial Relations registration checks, and preparing and/or reviewing pre-award checklists and award recommendations
The County of San Diego has a great culture that values collaboration and teamwork. If you believe that you possess these qualities, then the County of San Diego would be an ideal place for your talent and career growth. Minimum Qualifications:
  • At least six (6) years of experience involving the application of civil engineering formulas, theory, and practices to practical engineering problems of modern construction methods, design and inspection procedures, in connection with public works improvement projects; OR,
  • A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency, in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field; AND, two (2) years of experience involving the application of civil engineering formulas, theory, and practices to practical engineering problems of modern construction methods, design and inspection procedures, in connection with public works improvement projects.
  • A combination of education and experience as described above.
  • Note: Some positions in the Department of Public Works may require a Qualified Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Developer (QSD) and/or a Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP) certificate within one-year of appointment. The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce. The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire. Condition of Employment: As part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening. Evaluation: The names of qualified applicants will be placed on a four (4) monthemployment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained on their employment and supplemental applications. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate, as the responses you provide on the supplemental application questionnaire will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provide is accurate and qualifying. Reasonable Accommodations: Note: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis. As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans. Veteran's Preference PolicyThe County of San Diego offerspreferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego. Military Skills Translator Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help! Strategic Plan The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of: a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include: integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of which are infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Click here for more information on our as well as our commitment to serve everyone, to build a that will create a County that works for all. Disaster worker Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers. The term public employees includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law. Diversity The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority. Click here to see the Non-Management Benefits Summary 01 PLEASE READ JOB SUMMARY AND REQUIREMENTS BEFORE COMPLETING.Please be sure to answer the following questions in a thorough, complete, and truthful manner, as your responses may be used to determine your overall score.Please do NOT indicate See Resume or See Application as these are not valid answers.If you are invited to a selection interview(s) by a department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification.Please review the minimum qualifications for this position before completing your application.Do you understand this information?
    • Yes
    • No
    02 Please check the box that most closely describes your experience/education.
    • At least six (6) years of experience involving the application of civil engineering formulas, theory, and practices to practical engineering problems of modern construction methods, design and inspection procedures, in connection with public works improvement projects
    • An associate's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency, in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field; AND, four (4) years of experience involving the application of civil engineering formulas, theory, and practices to practical engineering problems of modern construction methods, design and inspection procedures, in connection with public works improvement projects
    • A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency, in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field; AND, two (2) years of experience involving the application of civil engineering formulas, theory, and practices to practical engineering problems of modern construction methods, design and inspection procedures, in connection with public works improvement projects
    • Any combination of education/coursework and experience as described above.
    • None of the above
    03 Some positions in the Department of Public Works may require a Qualified Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Developer (QSD) and/or a Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP) certificate within one-year of appointment.If assigned to a position that requires the certification, you will be required to obtain the certification. Do you understand this information?
    • Yes
    • No
    04 Do you currently possess any of the following certifications? Please select all that apply.Be sure to attach a copy of your certifications during Step 1 of the on line application process.
    • Qualified Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Developer (QSD)
    • Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP)
    • None of the above
    05 Have you served as Resident Engineer performing engineering duties on large and complex construction contracts/projects?
    • Yes
    • No
    06 If you checked Yes in the question above, did you reference this experience in the Work Experience section of the application?If you do not have this experience, please indicate N/A .
    • Yes
    • No
    • N/A
    07 Which program are you interested in working in? Check all that apply.
    • Construction Engineering/Materials Lab
    • Capital Improvement Program
    08 Where did you first hear about this job opportunity?
    • San Diego County website
    • Governmentjobs.com
    • Veteran Outreach / FFSC
    • Family, Neighbors, Friends
    • County Employee Resources Group
    • College/University Career Site
    • County Social Media
    • LinkedIn
    • Indeed
    • Voice and Viewpoint
    • APWA
    • ASCE
    • CMAA
    • Other
    • Job Fair/Career Event
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