Identifies project scopes, designs, prepares contract drawings, engineering specifications and cost estimates for a variety of capital and maintenance projects; Acts as resident engineer on construction projects; Prepares requests for proposals and administers construction and consultant service contracts; Researches, advises, and coordinates with contractors, construction managers, outside engineering consultants, and Park District staff to resolve complex engineering problems; Obtains, reviews and directs the collection of field data (surveys, geotechnical investigations, water quality analysis); Performs complex engineering design calculations for grading earthwork, utilities, pavement, hydrology, hydraulics, and structures; Oversees and manages project timelines and budgets; Performs construction feasibility analysis. Ability to: Use civil engineering software and computer aided (CAD) drafting; Effectively analyze, identify, and recommend engineering alternatives; Effectively manage projects and lead others in the performance of complex professional and technical activities; Administer consultant and construction contracts; Effectively manage delivery of public work improvement projects in highly regulated, ecologically sensitive settings.