Engineering

Mission:

Our mission is to provide efficient, centralized and cost-effective municipal engineering services to the residents and businesses, striving to enhance the quality of life in the City of New Haven.


Responsibilities:

The City of New Haven Engineering Department is responsible for the planning, coordination and the preparation of:

  • Bid procedures

  • Estimates

  • Plans

  • Specifications

  • Other design matters for public works construction and improvement projects:

    • Sanitary sewers

    • Storm drainage systems

    • Street resurfacing and construction

    • Waterline projects

Management & Preparation

The Engineering Department also:

  • Manages other related engineering activities such as surveying, mapping, subdivision, and plat review

  • Prepares and monitors grant applications

  • Provides engineering review for developers, citizens, agencies, and others

  • Provides engineering assistance in the operation, construction, maintenance, and repair activities involving:

    • Conveyance

    • Sewage collection

    • Storage and distribution

    • Water transmission

  • Assists in providing estimates and forecasts for long-range planning

  • Provides investigations for public works functions

  • Investigates citizen complaints relating to public works activities

Reports & Budgeting

The Engineering Department also:

  • Prepares written and verbal reports as requested

  • Prepares and monitors the engineering department budget

  • Supervises subordinate employees

  • Attends City Council and other public meetings as directed