Construction/Engineering Manager

Vance Airscoop; West Bloomfield Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The Township of West Bloomfield is seeking a Construction/Engineering Manager to oversee site construction and inspection activities within the Engineering Division. You will supervise inspectors and consultants, manage project reviews, and support infrastructure planning under the Planning & Development Services Director.

Responsibilities include coordinating with agencies, preparing reports, overseeing permits, and ensuring compliance with township standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• Five+ years in municipal/public works administration or engineering.
• Two+ years supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate site construction and township inspection activities.
• Supervise engineering staff and consultants, and review construction plans.
• Coordinate with agencies and prepare reports for township and external entities.
• Manage permits, contracts, budgets, and capital improvement planning.

Skills

Math

Reading

Writing

Speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Five+ years municipal/public works administration or engineering

Two+ years of supervision experience

Tools

GIS Software

Surveying Equipment

CAD / Drafting Software

Job description

Construction/Engineering Manager

General Summary:
Under the Direction of the Planning and Development Services Director, the Construction/Engineering Manager oversees, supervises and coordinates the management of programs, operations and activities related to site construction and inspection activities of the Engineering Division. In this role, the manager supervises engineering inspectors and other division staff and consultants. 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. Work is evaluated through review of reports, activity summaries and assessment of Township operations, effectiveness and efficiency.

Representative Duties and Responsibilities which may be considered Essential Function(s):

Control and Technical:

• Analyzes: projects, processes, expenses, charges and budgets.
• Consults: with contractors, consultants, and department division managers and other department heads to identify problem areas, opportunities for improvement, and project recommendations; assists in the drafting of ordinances and policies and procedures involving engineering related activities.
• Compiles: reports for the contractors, residents, director and other governmental agencies, as needed.
• Liaisons: to Oakland County Water Resources Commission, Road Commission for Oakland County, Oakland County Health Department, Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, Corps of Engineers, GLWA, SEMCOG, and other agencies as appropriate regarding project planning, repair or construction projects, and related issues.
• Monitors: township construction projects and site construction and township assets including facilities and safety path system.
• Organizes: all aspects of construction projects, including the transfer of utilities from developments to the Township authorizing use of installed utilities. Also, organizes the maintenance and expansion of township facilities and safety path system.
• Coordinates: with engineering consultant the review of all site plans and proposed designs of construction projects and resolves complex issues associated with commercial and residential construction permitting.
• Conducts: field inspections.
• Resolves: questions and complaints from residents, developers and contractors to ensure an understanding and conformance to township requirements and specifications. In addition, responds to various questions and problems of the general public regarding engineering related issues.

Executive / Supervises:

• Coordinates: permit process for engineering projects including construction inspections; maintenance and improvement projects for township facilities.
• Communicates: with Director and other department heads and the public concerning proposals, projects, problems and solutions.
• Oversees: engineering consultants, construction plan review, SADs, safety path program, MS4 permit, facilities and other work as may be assigned by the Director.
• GIS: coordinates all infrastructure information with GIS Administrator and Water Utilities Departments.
• Assists: with the preparation and administration of the Capital Improvement Plan, departmental budget, authorizing expenditures within budget, including equipment needs for areas within responsibility and drains-at-large projects and special assessment projects.
• Supervises: engineering staff including making work assignments, training, evaluations, disciplinary actions and hiring recommendations to ensure efficient and effective delivery of services.
• Attends: Township Board and other board and commission meetings to provide information, make presentations and answer questions regarding construction, design and general engineering related topics, as needed.

Special Items:

• May be assigned unique tasks to the department within the competency level of the other tasks described in this document.
• The preceding statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by personnel assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified. Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree (BBA), preferably in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related Engineering discipline is preferred and desirable. However, equivalent experience, licensure and/or education will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Five or more years’ experience in progressively more responsible municipal or public works administration, construction inspection or Engineering.
• Two or more years of experience in supervision preferred.

The qualifications should not be viewed as expressing absolute employment or promotional standards, but as general guidelines that should be considered along with other job-related selection or promotional criteria. See ADA requirements for additional information.

Equipment and Tools Used:

Personal computer, surveying equipment, drafting equipment and software, GIS software and
equipment, public records ordinances and laws.

Abilities:

Math - A complete understanding of algebra, statistics, geometry, trigonometry, calculus, percentages, engineering math functions, fractions, ratios, rates and calculations is required.

Reading - Ability to read and comprehend complex manuals, blue prints, site plans, project plans, GIS materials, instructions, legal documents and legislation.

Writing - Ability to draft correspondence, technical memoranda, manuals and guides for the administration of tasks, procedures and presentations. Such documents must be implemented with correct format, punctuation, spelling and grammar.

Speaking - Ability to clearly communicate information and questions related to all aspects of the job in person and over the phone using effective written and verbal skills.

Physical Requirements:

Considered light work.
Lifting - up to 30 pounds on an occasional basis
Ability to maneuver as necessary to do inspection that may involve stooping or kneeling.
May occasionally climb stairs (elevator available).
Walking – occasionally
Standing – occasionally
Sitting - constantly
Use of hands - constantly
Reaching - frequently
Vision - near and far vision required.
Hearing - must be able to hear and understand normal speech in same room, on a construction
job site, and on phone.

Environment and Hazards:

Noise - office environment – occasional outdoor construction

Dust- occasionally

Electrical hazards - no

Caustic chemicals – rarely

Extreme outdoor temperatures - rarely

Moving equipment hazards – occasionally

Dangerous persons - no

Weapons – no

Atmosphere hazards - no

Biohazards – no

Traffic hazards – occasionally

High Pressure Lines – rarely

Slip Hazards – occasionally

Dust - occasionally

The Charter Township of West Bloomfield values diversity in its workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, veteran’s status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local laws.