CIVIL ENGINEER

Salary : $74,264.72 - $81,691.19 Annually

Location : SC 29437, SC

Job Type : FULL-TIME

Job Number : 02218

Department : STORMWATER

Opening Date : 08 / 07 / 2025

Closing Date : 11 / 28 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Eastern

Description

This post is being extended. Previous applicants need not reapply to receive consideration.

The purpose of the class is to perform a variety of routine-to-complex technical engineering and administrative work in support of the planning, design, construction and maintenance of County public works projects; and to perform related work as required. The class works within a general outline of work to be performed and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision.

Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Prepares bid documents and manages construction contracts.

Reviews construction plans and technical calculations for roads and drainage for new development in the County; represents Public Works at Technical Review Committee Meetings; and coordinates with developers and engineers to ensure federal, state and local design standards are met.

Prepares applicable reports, maps, drawings, tests and Geographic Information System (GIS), Light Imaging Detection Ranging (LIDAR) to plan and direct design of Public Works and utility projects.

Prepares and presents project cost?estimates; determines feasibility of project based on analysis of data.

Prepares and maintains accurate and complete work records and reports as required.

Coordinates department activities and functions with those of other County divisions, departments, municipalities, developers, contractors, property owners and outside agencies as appropriate.

Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns, complaints and requests for assistance regarding areas of responsibility.

Assists in managing contracts for capital projects, stormwater projects and Dorchester County Transportation Committee paving projects.

Oversees and reviews the process for accepting new roads into the County maintenance system including application review, inspections and coordination with engineers and land developers.

Directs and inspects residential and commercial construction and maintenance activities at project sites including roads and drainage.

Directs and coordinates with Civil Technicians in preparation and update of County maps, plats, drawings and blueprints as necessary; uses both manual and computer-assisted methods; establishes and maintains GIS system showing locations of all roads and drainage systems by converting data into GIS system.

Coordinates with Survey Crew Supervisor and crew.

Researches, compiles and analyzes data for special studies, maps, drawings, reports and presentations.

Assists in providing disaster response and damage assessments with Emergency Management during natural disasters.

Represents the County at various meetings and functions as requested.

Coordinates and leads various special meetings and events as assigned.

Performs general administrative / clerical work as required including, but not limited to, copying and filing documents, entering and retrieving computer data, preparing spreadsheets, maintaining various lists and logs, answering the telephone, etc.

Attends training, meetings, conferences, seminars, etc., as appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills.

Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience :

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering degree or equal from an Accredited Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) program.

Special Qualifications :

Must possess a valid state driver's license.

Upon completion of a minimum of two (2) years of experience and successfully obtaining EIT certification, incumbent will be eligible to receive up to a 5% increase.

Additional Requirements

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a safe and secure work environment that may periodically have unpredicted requirements or demands.

Dorchester County has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position; typical work hours and days are Monday through Friday, 7 : 30 a.m. to 3 : 30 p.m. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but employees must be available during the "core" work hours of 9 : 00 a.m. - 4 : 00 p.m. and must work 40 hour each week to maintain full-time status. Employees must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays during emergencies or as requested.

E.O.E. Dorchester County does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.

For more information on Dorchester County Government please view the information below :

Benefits for County Employees

County Employees may be eligible for a variety of State benefits associated with their employment. From a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, to generous annual and sick leave policies, to a solid and secure retirement system.

Healthcare Benefits

(Full-time employees)

Dorchester County is a part of the State Benefits Program. The State program offers its employees a comprehensive health and dental program, along with a wide array of supplemental insurance programs. South Carolina has long been committed to providing its employees the best possible insurance benefits at the greatest possible value. We've maintained that commitment, too, even in the face of healthcare costs that continue to soar. You may refer to the link for more information.

Retirement Benefits

In addition to our health and dental insurance programs, all county employees are a part of the South Carolina Retirement System. These programs are designed to help provide county employees secure retirement alternatives that will best meet their needs. You may refer to the link for more information.

Workplace Benefits

In addition, county employees may be eligible for other benefits, such as holidays, annual leave, and sick leave.

Note : The above benefits are available to most county employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or none of these benefits based on the benefits associated with each position. For these positions, please contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available for the particular position.

01

The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought. Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification.I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly.

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have at least a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering degree or equal from an Accredited Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) program?

03

Do you possess a valid South Carolina Driver's license?

04

Do you have at least (2) two years of related experience?

05

Describe your experience and where and when it was gained.

06

Please provide an explanation of any periods of unemployment that are 30 days or longer. Indicate N / A if you have not experienced any periods of unemployment.

Required Question