TRANSFER LIST - Engineering Associate

Position Overview

This posting is for the purpose of Transfer List Placement for current Las Vegas employees who meet the transfer requirements. In this full journey-level position within the Engineering Associate series, the incumbent performs a range of technical tasks including plan reviews, processing contracts and permits, preparing engineering estimates and legal descriptions, and conducting field inspections. The role requires independent judgment while coordinating with developers, contractors, surveyors, and various agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor work performed by developers, contractors, surveyors, and engineers to ensure compliance with applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• Prepare, review, approve, and process a variety of contracts, applications, plans, drawings, and permits in accordance with engineering standards and legal requirements.
• Review and prepare engineering quantities and cost estimates; verify accuracy of survey and field data while recommending design adjustments as needed.
• Prepare legal descriptions and maps of developments using survey data, inspections, aerial photographs, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate projects and plan reviews with internal offices and outside agencies, acting as the primary point of contact.
• Investigate and respond to inquiries from city staff, engineers, developers, and the public.
• Maintain and audit databases, including creation and management of GIS data.
• Assemble data, and prepare complex project and planning reports.
• Conduct on-site inspections, document findings, and make recommendations for adjustments.
• Attend meetings throughout the project lifecycle, record minutes, and distribute documentation to stakeholders.
• Assist in negotiating and administering consultant agreements and operate various surveying and CAD systems.
• Prepare designs, reports, displays, and exhibits for public meetings and special events.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field from an accredited college/university, or an equivalent combination of education and experience (with the city assessing 1.5 years of full-time related experience as equivalent to one year of education).
• Possession of a valid driver's license at the time of application and throughout employment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of general engineering, land surveying principles, construction practices, and applicable federal, state, and local codes and regulations.
• Proficiency in operating computer equipment, including CAD systems and database management, along with strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to use independent judgment, interpret and enforce procedures, and collaborate effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds.