Assistant Engineering & Construction Director

City of Broken Arrow; Broken Arrow (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Broken Arrow is seeking a Director of Engineering & Construction to lead the Engineering & Construction Department in applying design, construction, and maintenance of public infrastructure. You will supervise staff, manage projects, review contracts, coordinate with consultants, and present information at public meetings, ensuring compliance with city, state, and federal requirements.

A PE license or architect license is preferred; a candidate may obtain certification within one

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil or related engineering field.
• PE license in Oklahoma or architecture license required or obtainable within 1 year.
• Knowledge of municipal budgets, contract management, and construction processes.
• Experience managing multiple public works divisions and staff.

Responsibilities

• Implements project management for design and construction of public projects.
• Oversees contract management, bids, and award recommendations.
• Provides technical support and reviews design/construction contracts.
• Coordinates with consultants, engineers, architects, and contractors.
• Attends public meetings and communicates project information to the public.
• Plans and supervises staff and daily activities of Engineering, Stormwater & Construction Divisions.

Skills

Contract management

Civil engineering principles

Supervision / leadership

Public works engineering

Budget management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license in Oklahoma or Architect license

CFM certification preferred

Job description

Location: 5205 E & C Engineering

Pay Grade: A22

FLSA Status: Exempt

Under limited supervision, this position assists the Director of Engineering & Construction in managing and overseeing the Engineering & Construction Department, including but not limited to supervising and managing employees, making recommendations and decisions, managing projects, and developing work plans and schedules. Serves as the Director of Engineering & Construction in their absence of the Engineering & Construction Director.

• Implements the project management for the design and construction of public projects.
• Executes design/engineering study professional services contracts except those projects under consideration by the customer/ business units whereby coordination with customers is expected.
• Provides technical assistance to city state, and reviews and approves, design, construction contracts, and all phases of construction contract management.
• Confers with consultants, engineers, architects, contractors, and other agencies in planning and implementing improvements or new construction projects.
• Oversees review of contracts prior to bidding, evaluates bids received and makes recommendations for award
• Ensures application of City, State, and Federal permits for construction of infrastructure; facilitates operational permits for infrastructure projects;
• Determines applicable codes, regulations, and requirements for assigned projects.
• Attends public meetings to provide information to the public; provides public information on public works engineering design, construction, and maintenance programs and projects by preparing press releases and giving speeches.
• Plans, coordinates and supervises staff and administers all daily activities and personnel of the Engineering, Stormwater & Construction Divisions in accordance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations and direction from City government.
• Assists in the preparation and monitoring of the annual budget.
• Implements decisions and determinations as directed by the Director of Engineering/Construction.
• Assists in the formulation of long- and short-range plans for the department; coordinates with other departments on the work, planning, design, and construction of public infrastructure.
• Researches, reviews, analyzes, recommends, and implements special projects.
• Prepares reports; writes memoranda and correspondence.
• Performs the duties of the Engineering & Construction Director in his/her absence.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requires a Bachelor's Degree in civil engineering, public works engineering or a closely related engineering field, supplemented by five (5) years of progressively responsible management and supervisory experience in multiple public works divisions; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Class D Oklahoma Driver's License.

Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Oklahoma, or licensed Architect in the State of Oklahoma, or ability to acquire such certification within one year of employment. Registration as a Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of personnel laws, policies, and regulations.
• Knowledge of relevant city, state, and federal laws, regulations, and policies.
• Knowledge of the development and administration of municipal budgets or other relative budgets.
• Knowledge of governmental budget procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of contract management and cost analysis.
• Knowledge of engineering and construction practices and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering with concentration on engineering design construction, and maintenance of public and/or private infrastructure.
• Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of effective administration and supervision.
• Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
• Skill in the use of computers and various software programs.
• Skill in the training and supervision of personnel.
• Skill to plan, assign, delegate, and direct work of administrative and supervisory personnel.
• Skill to develop long-term plans and programs and to evaluate work accomplishments.
• Skill to work effectively with elected officials, department heads, representatives of other agencies, city employees, and the general public.
• Skill in effective oral and written communication.