Construction Engineering Manager

Construction Association of Michigan; Michigan; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(a) with employer contribution 12%

MERS retiree health care account with

Job summary

Construction Association of Michigan seeks an experienced engineer to lead the Engineering Division within the Planning & Development Services Department. The role supervises inspectors, staff, and consultants, directing design, review, construction, permitting, and contract administration for township projects.

The ideal candidate has a civil engineering background, 5+ years in municipal/public works, and 2+ years of supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 5+ years in municipal/public works administration or engineering.
• 2+ years supervising staff preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee engineering division activities and project design, review, and construction.
• Coordinate permits, inspections, and contracts with external agencies.
• Supervise inspectors and staff and consultants; ensure GIS mapping and recordkeeping.
• Assist director with infrastructure planning and administration of contracts.

Skills

Municipal engineering leadership

Project supervision

GIS mapping

Construction inspection coordination

Education

Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

General Summary:

Under the Direction of the Planning and Development Services Director, responsible for
managing the activities of the Engineering Division of the Planning & Development
Services Department. Supervises engineering inspector and other staff and consultants as
may be assigned in technical activities related to design, review, construction, permitting
and direction of all engineering and township facility related projects. Oversees
engineering review and approval on construction projects within the Township. Assists
Director with infrastructure planning, permits, recordkeeping, mapping (GIS),
construction supervision, and administration of contracts with RCOC, OCWRC and other
project specific contracts. Duties delegated or assigned by the Director of Planning &
Development Services are carried out with considerable independence and latitude with
the Director being consulted on policy issues and unusual situations. Schedule work
activities and monitors assignments in progress and upon completion, to assess quantity
and quality of work. Work is evaluated through review of reports, activity summaries
and assessment of Township operations, effectiveness and efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree (BBA), preferably in Civil Engineering, ConstructionManagement or related Engineering discipline.
• Five or more years’ experience in progressively more responsible municipal orpublic works administration or Engineering.
• Two or more years of experience in supervision preferred.

We offer an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, 401(a) with employer contribution of 12% (no employee contribution required) and MERS retiree health care account with employer contribution of 3%.