Urban Engineer II (Civil Engineer) Position Available In Broward, Florida

Urban Engineer II (Civil Engineer)

Salary $82,892.58 – $128,489.50 Annually Location Fort Lauderdale

FL 33311, FL

Job Type Full Time Job Number

FP050-05

Department Development Services 1 Division 01RM Urban Design and Development Opening Date 05/07/2025 Closing Date 5/21/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS
QUESTIONS
POSITION SUMMARY The Development Services Department’s Urban Engineering Division seeks an Urban Engineer II (Civil Engineer) to join the team due to a promotion. The Urban Engineer II manages projects and examines a variety of engineering and construction plans and permits to determine whether plans, specifications, and materials conform to legally established codes and requirements to ensure minimum City engineering adequacy standards and principles are met, such as: on-site and roadway geometry, safe and adequate access, site drainage, stormwater, water/wastewater, paving, grading, construction operations, surface reconstruction, provision for easements and other right-of-way and site improvements and coordination of utility reviews. Position requires considerable initiative and independent judgment in making technical decisions. This job classification is included within the bargaining unit represented by Federation of Public Employees and therefore is subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Federation of Public Employees.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position. Reviews large scale development permit applications with minimal oversight, including civil plans and specifications for project improvements within the public rights-of-way for Ordinance and Code compliance
Calculates and/or reviews the Capital Expansion Fees for proposed private developments
Performs complex mathematical calculations to confirm engineering designs submitted by Engineer/ Architect of Records are in conformance with City’s and other Regulatory Standards and requirements
Confers with senior staff on problems of design, construction, or maintenance of municipal Public Services facilities; determines permitting requirements and obtains necessary permits; prepares reports and makes recommendations relating to the conduct of engineering activities
Electronically prepares reports and maintains records of work performed and properly enters information, including documents and images using provided hardware and software systems
Prepares plan review comments; updates the City’s online permit software system
Responds to inquiries from citizens, permit applicants, associations, or other governmental agencies
Attends pre-construction meetings with applicants/contractors and City Inspectors to discuss engineering requirements and compliance
Oversees site inspections of proposed work or work in progress to verify project status
May function as a project lead
Performs related work as required

JOB REQUIREMENTS, PREFERENCES & WORK ENVIRONMENT MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
Three (3) years of experience in project management and/or construction of highway, street, water distribution, wastewater collection, stormwater, or other public services projects. Possess or be able to obtain a valid State of Florida driver’s license within 30 days of hire. If claiming Veteran’s Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale’s veteran’s preference claim form (J-204).to the online application.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Certified Construction Manager or Professional Engineer registered in the State of Florida.
As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.

PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The position involves medium physical demands, such as exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. This position is primarily sedentary but may involve frequent outside work. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

HOW TO APPLY & SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position. The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, inclusive employer and a Drug Free Workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Veterans’ preference per Florida law. If claiming Veteran’s Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale’s veteran’s preference claim form (J-204). to the online application. Employer
City of Fort Lauderdale
Address
Tower Building – 101 NE 3rd Ave
Department of Human Resources – 16th Floor
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
Phone
19548285300