Assistant Town Engineer at Town of East Hartford, CT

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• Assists in directing the daily operations of the Engineering Department, including evaluating engineering project designs, reviewing plans, drafting specifications, and supervising construction inspections.
• Provides technical engineering assistance to Town departments, boards, and commissions, including recommendations related to inland wetlands.
• Reviews subdivision and site plans for compliance with Town regulations and prepares recommendations for various Town boards, agencies, and commissions; attends and presents at related meetings.
• Prepares detailed project specifications, negotiates consultant fees, and administers contract documents for engineering projects.
• Coordinates with federal, state, and regional agencies, utility companies, and other municipalities on civil engineering matters, including building renovations and major infrastructure projects.
• Maintains accurate records and prepares technical and administrative reports; utilizes computer software to develop report formats and manage project data.
• Communicates with Town officials, contractors, and the public to provide information and resolve issues related to drainage, grading, traffic operations, and other engineering concerns.
• Supervises and provides direction to subordinate engineering and technical staff, as assigned; may act on behalf of the Town Engineer when required.
• Offers guidance to the public in preparing Inland Wetlands, Agent Approval, and Planning and Zoning applications.
• Manages in-house design projects, including street and sidewalk construction, drainage improvements, recreational fields, streetscape enhancements, and related municipal infrastructure projects. 

• Knowledge of municipal civil engineering and surveying principles and practices, including design, construction, and maintenance of public infrastructure.
• Knowledge of road construction techniques and drainage systems, including the ability to identify and implement effective solutions to related problems.
• Ability to manage construction projects, including oversight of work performed by Town personnel and outside contractors to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and timelines.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear reports, specifications, and correspondence, and to present technical information effectively.
• Ability to enforce engineering standards with a balance of firmness and diplomacy when working with contractors, developers, and the public.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Town officials, coworkers, contractors, consultants, and members of the public.
• Ability to supervise and provide direction to professional, technical, and clerical staff, ensuring quality work and adherence to departmental goals and standards. 

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or a closely related field, and a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in civil engineering.in civil engineering, civil engineering technology or a closely related field from an accredited college or university, plus five years of progressively responsible civil engineering experience