Project Assistant Jobs in Gainesville, GA (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $68,640.00 - $85,758.40 Annually
Location : 757 Queen City Parkway SW, Gainesville, GA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 01060
Department: Department of Water Resources
Division: Engineering and Construction
Opening Date: 06/23/2026
Closing Date: 11/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Summary
This position is designated as safety-sensitive. As such, a pre-employment physical examination and drug screening are mandatory. The incumbent will also be subject to random drug and alcohol testing throughout the duration of employment.
Under senior engineering supervision, manage design and construction of infrastructure projects including, but not limited to roads, bridges, irrigation systems, stormwater ponds, pipes and structures, wastewater reclamation and water treatment structures and facilities, and water distribution and sanitary sewer conveyance systems. Performs technical research to develop solutions to engineering problems. Assists with private development permit by reviewing engineering plans.
Job Duties
Review design plans of assigned projects and confer with engineering, land surveying, and architectural firms to advise and explain design plan corrections required by the City of Gainesville to meet City needs and standards, as well as state or county laws or ordinances.
Conduct inspections of City projects to ensure all construction materials, procedures, and final products meet or exceed required minimum specifications.
Conduct inspections of City projects to ensure compliance with the Soil Erosion and Sediment Control codes and ordinances.
Provide technical information to contractors and developers relating to building or maintaining roads, bridges, irrigation systems, stormwater ponds, pipes and structures, wastewater reclamation and water treatment structures and facilities, and water distribution and sanitary sewer conveyance systems and other City projects.
Assist City engineers with conducting field surveys, hydrology studies and/or other engineering studies and designing City infrastructure projects.
Maintain good communication and relationships with engineers, developers, contractors, Federal State and Local officials, government employees and the public.
Review and prepare project specifications and drawings for City projects.
Process payment and change order requests for construction and other City projects.
Perform other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Associates Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, preferred.
Minimum 10 years' experience in engineering and/or construction management, preferred.
Any equivalent combination of education and technical experience, which provides the minimum level of qualifications stated above, may be considered.
Licenses and Certifications:
Valid Class C Driver's License and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with engineers, developers, contractors, Federal, State and Local officials, government employees and the public.
Knowledge of theories, principles and practices of construction and project management as applied to major infrastructure projects.
Knowledge of principles and practices used in inspection and testing of materials for the construction of roads, bridges, irrigation systems, stormwater ponds, pipes and structures, wastewater reclamation and water treatment structures and facilities, and water distribution and sanitary sewer conveyance systems.
Skill using surveying equipment, including a Topcon GPS unit.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to work outdoors for extended periods of time.
Basic knowledge of AutoCAD, GIS, Word, Excel and other software, preferred.
Supplemental Information
This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job. The incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification.
The City of Gainesville is an equal opportunity employer. The City of Gainesville prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The City of Gainesville conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
Overview
Part of the City of Gainesville's success is due to the efforts and loyalty of City employees. Gainesville offers a comprehensive benefits package to its employees and retirees. In assessing our comprehensive programs, the City has taken great care to seek a fair balance between business needs and employment security. There are many options available which afford City staff with coverage to best suit individual and family needs. In many cases, deductions are available on a pre-tax basis.
City Benefits Paid at 100%

• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Clinic & Wellness Center
• GMEBS Retirement Plan (select positions)
• Life Insurance (up to $75,000)
• Paid Holidays (10)
• Paid Jury Duty Leave
• Paid Military Leave
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Protective Safety Equipment
• Short-Term Disability Insurance (After 12 months of employment)
• Tuition Reimbursement (After one year of employment)
• Uniforms (select positions)
• Workers' Compensation

Supplemental Benefits

• Accident
• Critical Illness
• Death and Dismemberment
• Deferred Compensation
• Dental
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Long-Term Disability
• Medical
• Plan A Retirement (50% City paid - select positions)
• Vision
• Voluntary Life Insurance

Other Benefits

• Biweekly Paycheck
• Credit Union
• Direct Deposit
• Discount PC Purchase Plan
• Employee Recognition Events
• Employee Wellness Opportunities
• Free Flu Shot
• Free Parking
• Health and Benefits Fair