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Under limited supervision, this position assists in the development of, and oversees the design of, construction and administration for major and minor public works projects including preparation of plans, specifications, cost estimates, construction, contract payments, and project closeout. This position provides work direction to civil engineering technicians and utilities locator.
Job Duties or Essential Functions
The essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to the following:
- Performs or effectively recommends the hiring, work direction, discipline, and adjustment of grievances of subordinate personnel.
- Assists with the preparation of detailed construction plans, budgets, cost estimates, preliminary and final designs, project specifications, legal descriptions, and other necessary construction documents for construction and replacement of city infrastructure projects.
- Provides general management and coordination for city-led construction projects.
- Negotiation of construction contracts, change orders, and other contract document revisions with contractors and consultants.
- Oversee and direct construction projects including contract administration, project documentation, and preparing partial or final estimates for monthly payment to contractors.
- Conducts inspections of construction sites and municipal improvement project locations to verify and ensure compliance with plans and specifications; coordinates with survey field crews.
- Notifies construction site personnel of safety or specification violations and recommends corrective action up to and including shutting the site down.
- Develops complex information on construction scheduling, traffic control, project assessments, and related engineering subjects.
- Coordinates, facilitates, and presents at neighborhood meetings, public meetings, community organizations, public hearings, and project presentations.
- Assist with development, review and submission of mandatory Federal and State reports for municipal engineering as well as Federal and State grant reimbursements.
- Attends on-site and off-site training and professional development for further career learning.
- Innovates and researches new methods, policies, technologies, and materials used for construction projects.
- Assist the Engineering Manager and City Engineer/Public Works Director in planning and scoping efforts related to specific construction projects, comprehensive plans, small area plans, master plans, sidewalk and bicycle facilities, traffic studies, and safety studies.
- Maintains and submits annual state aid needs and road mileage certification to the MN/DOT.
- Represents the Engineering Department in meetings with MNDOT, Winona County, other governmental organizations, engineering organizations, product vendors, etc.
- Assists in review and approval of submitted plans from private developers and commercial development to ensure compliance with City standards.
- Assists in preparation of construction record drawings, survey records and maintenance of departmental infrastructure records for future use by City and private property owners.
- Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the formal education, experience and training required.
- Bachelors Degree with a focus on civil engineering or related field.
- Four (4) years as civil engineering experience.
- Possess Professional Engineers license.
- Possess MnDOT Grading and Base, Concrete, ADA, Bituminous, and Erosion Control certificates or be willing to obtain.
- Possess a valid drivers license.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and life insurance available on date of hire.
- Enrollment in the Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Plan.
- Generous paid leave including 40 hours of vacation granted on date of hire with progressive accrual thereafter
- 12 paid holidays per year; and
- 96 hours of earned sick and safe time per year.
- Complete benefit overview is available on the City of Winona website.
How to Apply
The following documents are required to apply for this position. The City hiring process is based on a merit point system and failure to complete information and provide required documents listed below may result in loss of examination points.
- Cover letter and resume'. Please submit using the apply button on this posting.
- After application, a form will be sent to you to confirm your Veteran status and upload the member copy four of the DD214, or other documentation verifying service. Veteran's Preference points will only be awarded if documentation is submitted.
You may also apply through the City of Winona website.
If you have previously applied for a position with the City of Winona, you will need to complete a new application for this position.
Process after Application Documents are Submitted
Examinations:
Applicant must pass each examination in order to proceed to the next step.
- Qualifications rating is pass/fail based on minimum requirements listed.
- Assessment of application and supplemental questionnaire.
- Panel interview.
- Merit Board review and certification of finalists.
Results of Examinations:
Candidates will be notified by mail or e-mail of initial examination results within approximately 20 days of job application deadline. Job offer will be made within 20 days of the Merit Board review date.
Job Offer Information
The following will be required of candidates after accepting the position and before starting employment.
- Drivers license and criminal history check
- Pre-employment drug screen
Questions may be directed to the Human Resources office at 507-457-8234.
The City of Winona is an equal opportunity employer. The City considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status
Salary/Compensation: $97,746 - $127,661 per year
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City of Winona
Nov 13, 2026