Senior Project Engineer UNC - City of Albuquerque, NM : Job Details

Salary : $104,582.40 Annually Location : Albuquerque, NM Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 2600003 Department: City Council Division: CL-Council Svcs Opening Date: 07/09/2025 Closing Date: 8/20/2025 11:59 PM Mountain Bargaining Unit: NU Position Summary This position performs a wide range of professional engineering duties in support of assigned projects, including traffic engineering, transportation, street maintenance, storm drainage, construction of public buildings, and recreational facilities. The role ensures the cost-effectiveness of City engineering projects and requires engagement with elected officials, public meetings, and community members. This is an unclassified at-will position. Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Supervision Received and Exercised Receive general direction from higher-level staff. May provide functional and technical leadership to project management teams. Essential and Supplemental Functions ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the functions listed below)

Execute a broad range of engineering tasks in support of Capital Improvement Projects (CIP), including traffic, transportation, stormwater, street maintenance, and public facility construction.

Review and approve plans and designs for traffic systems, storm drainage, bridges, public buildings, and recreation facilities.

Enforce the cross-connection control ordinance; inspect suspected violations and recommend corrective action.

Oversee transportation improvement projects, Complete Streets designs, and Green Stormwater Infrastructure initiatives.

Coordinate environmental projects and construction phases, including meetings, reports, and contractor negotiations.

Develop solutions to traffic and transportation issues; collaborate with developers and engineers.

Evaluate and approve plats, site development, and other proposals.

Investigate public safety concerns related to traffic and provide responses.

Identify and coordinate right-of-way and easement requirements.

Manage drainage construction and review plans for ordinance compliance.

Investigate and resolve drainage-related complaints.

Coordinate construction activities and documentation with City project managers and contractors.

Approve construction plans and drawings; recommend code-compliant revisions.

Evaluate engineering designs for cost-effectiveness and recommend modifications.

Respond to public inquiries and complaints in a timely, courteous manner.

Attend industry group meetings and stay informed about current engineering trends.

Coordinate projects with other City divisions and outside agencies.

Assist City Councilors with district infrastructure needs.

Supplemental Functions

Attend and participate in professional group meetings and conferences; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of engineering.

May lead, train, and review the work of junior engineering or technical staff.

Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering or a related field; and Five (5) years of professional engineering experience; and To include three (3) years of supervisory experience. or Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering or a related field; and Three (3) years of professional engineering experience; and To include three (3) years of supervisory experience. Additional Requirements:Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's license, or the ability to obtain by the date of hire. Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire. New Mexico Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred. Out of state PE licensees must obtain a New Mexico PE license. Required to work flexible hours, including evening meetings and occasional weekend hours. Preferred Knowledge

• Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and ordinances
• Principles and practices of engineering
• Principles and practices of traffic engineering
• Principles and practices of environmental design
• Complete Streets and stormwater systems
• Methods and techniques used in conducting engineering inspections
• Principles and practices of project management
• Principles and practices of contract negotiation
• Municipal development processes
• Principles of safety practices
• Modern office procedures, methods and equipment including computers

Preferred Skills & Abilities

• Effectively oversee project management assignments
• Provide technical review and cost analysis

• Communicate clearly and concisely

• Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders

• Plan, organize, direct and coordinate the work of staff
• Prepare a variety of clear and concise analytical and technical reports
• Prepare and present clear and concise analytical, statistical and narrative reports
• Utilize computer programs and software relevant to assigned area

• Communicate clearly and confidently in writing and in meetings with city leadership and external and internal stakeholders

• Respond professionally and timely to requests and inquiries from the general public

• Use personal computers and standard office software
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Total Rewards. Total You. The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state's public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee's contribution. That's higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico! Paid holidays? Check Paid parental leave? Check Paid birthdays off? Check Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1? Check and check Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community. 01 Select the highest level of successfully completed related education as identified by the minimum requirements (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts).

• No High School Diploma
• High School Diploma or GED
• Non/degree accredited- Some College
• Associates
• Bachelors
• Masters
• Juris Doctorate
• Doctorate

02 Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.

• No experience
• 1 to less than 6 months
• 6 to less than 12 months
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 9 years
• 9 years to less than 10 years
• 10 years to less than 11 years
• 11 years to less than 12 years
• 12 years to less than 13 years
• 13 or more years

03 Do you possess the supervisory experience outlined in the minimum requirements? If you have successfully completed the City of Albuquerque's Pre-Management Development Program (PMDP), please include two (2) additional years in your supervisory experience (attach certificate, if applicable).

• Yes
• No

04 Do you possess a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or have the ability to obtain by date of hire (attach a copy of your Driver's License)?

• Yes
• No

05 Do you possess a valid Professional Engineer (PE) license?

• Yes
• No

06 Are you able to work flexible hours, including evening meetings, and occasional weekend hours?

• Yes
• No

07 ** I acknowledge that I am applying for an unclassified at-will position. Interviews may or may not be conducted as unclassified positions can be appointed.

• Yes
• No

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