Engineer

City of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Houston, Department of Public Works, seeks a licensed Professional Engineer to supervise design and construction of Capital Improvement Projects (drainage, paving, water and wastewater).

You will prepare and review plans, specs, reports, and cost estimates; review contracts and pay estimates; lead progress meetings, conduct on-site inspections, and manage consultants and contractors. Reporting location: 611 Walker Street, 17th Floor, Houston, TX.

Qualifications

• Requires graduation from an approved curriculum in engineering with satisfactory standing.
• Or graduation from an engineering or related science curriculum and passing the FE exam.
• A Texas Professional Engineer license is required; out-of-state engineers must obtain TX license within six months.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision of design and construction of CIP projects (drainage, paving, water and wastewater).
• Prepare/review plans, specifications, reports, and cost estimates; review contracts and pay estimates.
• Attend and conduct progress meetings; perform on-site field observations/inspections; supervise consultants/contractors.
• Respond to inquiries from City departments, consultants, agencies, contractors and the public.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Field observations

Contract review

Education

Engineering degree

Engineering or related science degree + FE exam

Job description

Position Overview

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Service Line/Section: Engineering & Construction/Infrastructure/Transportation

Reporting Location: 611 Walker Street 17th Floor, Houston, TX

Workdays & Hours: Monday-Friday/8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.

• Subject to change

Description Of Duties/Essential Functions

Provide technical expertise in the administration and supervision of design and construction of Capital Improvement Projects such drainage, paving, water and wastewater projects. Prepare and/or review design and construction plans, specifications, technical reports, and cost estimates. Review and process contracts, invoices and pay estimates, supplemental agreements or appropriations, change orders, request for information and request for council action. Attend and conduct design/construction progress meetings and on-site field observations/inspections. Supervise and manage design consultants and construction contractors. Investigate and respond to inquiries from other City of Houston departments, consultants, agencies, contractors and the public.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position is physically comfortable. This position will require standing, walking, bending, minor lifting, climbing stairs, and the ability to perform field investigations and negotiate field hazards.

Department

This is a Department of Public Works Emergency Management Position at the Tier III Level.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires graduation from an approved curriculum in engineering by the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers with satisfactory standing;

OR

Requires graduation from an engineering or related science curriculum at a recognized institution of higher education, other than a curriculum approved by the Board, and passage of the eight-hour fundamentals of engineering examination prescribed by the Board.

Experience Requirements

Requires four (4) years of active practice in engineering work after graduation from an approved curriculum in engineering.

Substitution:

A Master’s degree in Engineering may be substituted for up to two years of the above experience requirement.

License Requirements

Requires registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas. A specific branch of engineering (such as civil, mechanical, structural, etc.) may be required.

Engineers from out-of-state must

be hired in a position directly under the supervision of a Professional Engineer licensed by the State of Texas; AND obtain their license as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas within six months from date of hire for continued employment with the City of Houston.

A valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to applicants with experience in Transportation and Drainage system design and project management. Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing, decision-oriented, problem-solving attitude and computer skills will be preferred. Ideal candidate will have a concentration degree in Civil Engineering.

• Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED:

None; However, the Department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION

Yes. If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

Salary Information

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade: 26

Eligibility and Security Clearance Requirements

Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required.

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.