Job Details

Senior Traffic Engineer
City of Frisco
Frisco, TX

Salary: $33.50-$53.60 / hr
Closing Date: Open until filled.

Description:
Under general supervision of the Transportation Manager, assists the Transportation Manager by overseeing and directing the daily scheduling and assignment of activities to transportation engineering staff in the Engineering Transportation Division.

The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this position. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform position-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description.

Essential Job Functions:

Assists with supervision and direction of the daily operations of the Engineering Transportation Division.
Manages all phases of assigned Traffic Signal System Improvement Projects.
Coordinates with the Senior Engineer on completing Capital Improvement Projects (CIP).
Designs and implements traffic signal design plans, traffic control plans, specifications, drawings, reports and recommendations on improvements and new construction for the City.
Reviews and approves engineering drawings, specifications, and designs submitted by developers, contract consultants, and construction engineers.
Meets with developers and engineers to provide technical guidance and assistance on proposed projects.
Assists with the development and implementation of design manuals, ordinances and procedures.
Provides technical assistance to and reviews work of assigned staff engaged in designing and implementing engineering projects.
Assists in the preparation of contracts, negotiates and mediates differences with contractors, provides pay estimates and initiates change orders.
Monitors consulting engineering contracts.
Conducts ongoing site inspections of assigned Capital Improvement Projects at all phases of construction.
Trains and monitors Engineers in Training and subordinate Engineers on division policies and procedures.
Directs and manages the design and construction specifications, details and revisions to assigned construction projects or plans.

For more information and how to apply, visit the City of Frisco Web site.

Posted: October 21, 2009