Engineer, Supervising

Austin, Texas; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits

Job summary

City of Austin seeks a forward-thinking Open Channel Engineering supervisor within the Creek Flood and Erosion Division to lead design efforts for CIP and in-house projects, ensuring flood and erosion control goals align with city plans.

The role directs a dedicated team, collaborates with other discipline engineers, and advances the Department's Channel Asset Management Plan to deliver projects across multiple mission areas.

Qualifications

• Supervisory and/or management skills to programs, projects, and personnel.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice and direction to internal and external customers on open channel engineering projects.
• Lead and supervise the Open Channel Engineering team within the Creek Flood and Erosion Division to deliver CIP and in-house projects.

Job description

* Provides technical advice and direction to internal and external customers. Manages, coordinates, implements, or monitors projects or programs, including the review of plans and development proposals for impacts related to project or program. Recommends revisions and permit requirements to mitigate negative impacts of development and assures plans conform to City policies. Resolves conflicts in difficult situations.* Develops, manages, and monitors the budget of projects. Assists in developing, managing, and submitting proposed budget forecast planning for short- and long-term City planning.* Develops and implements standard operating procedures, policies, codes, and ordinances by applying advanced technical knowledge and applying changes to meet departmental business goals and objectives. Monitors projects for regulatory compliance.* Develops and evaluates a variety of projects, programs, or plans. Develops long- and short-term planning and strategies for programs.* Develops design criteria. Reviews or approves plans and specifications, change orders, and estimates.* Negotiates contract terms, fees, and scope of contract including reviewing monthly progress reports, verifying final quantities and costs, compiling requisite documentation, reviewing change orders, and auditing as-built records. Acts as a liaison among consultants, contractors, subcontractors, manufacturers, fabricators, suppliers, and the City. Negotiates problems of changes, errors, or deficiencies and ensures compliance with project specifications and requirements.* Attends meetings and conducts presentations to City Council, boards and commissions, and other related agencies. Coordinates and cooperates with other agencies, departments, divisions, and private utilities involved in or affected by project(s).* Interacts with internal and external customers to assess needs by responding to inquiries from the public and other departments about the process, requirements, and procedures of the development process. Investigates and resolves complaints from the public.* Reviews and evaluates technical and management audits.* Develops training and team building programs by determining business needs and scope of work performed by personnel and implementing programs.* Knowledge of supervisory and/or management skills to programs, projects, and personnel.* Knowledge of diversified and fundamental scientific and civil engineering concepts, phenomena, and relationships and utilizes such changes in solution of theoretical or practical civil engineering problems.* Knowledge of advanced mathematical techniques such as trigonometry, calculus, and coordinate geometry.* Knowledge of modern methods, materials, and techniques of assigned discipline.* Knowledge of one or more of the following disciplines: Civil, Environmental, Structural, Architectural, Mechanical, and/or Electrical engineering terminology and techniques.* Knowledge of City of Austin budget planning, purchasing, and contract policies and procedures.* Knowledge of applicability of established engineering principles and methods.* Knowledge of phases of the plans review and inspections processes.* Knowledge of preparation of cost estimates and engineering and feasibility reports.* Knowledge of regulatory requirements within the Local and State ordinances and laws.* Skill in oral and written technical or general communication including preparation of written reports.* Skill in negotiations and handling conflict resolution.* Ability to rapidly and accurately perform more complex engineering computations, calculus, geometry, and trigonometry.* Ability to communicate and provide direction to peers and assigned personnel.* Ability to organize, analyze, interpret, and evaluate scientific civil engineering problems and provide practical and cost effective solutions.* Ability to observe, compare, or monitor objects and data to determine compliance with prescribed operating or safety standards.* Experience in hyrdrologic and hydraulic modeling* Construction experience in natural creeks, rivers, or streams* Enthusiasm for civil service, environmental protection, and water resources* Design experience for urban drainage systems, both open channel and storm drain* Knowledge of City of Austin code and criteriaThis position will lead and supervise the Open Channel Engineering team within the Creek Flood and Erosion Division of the Project Design and Delivery Branch within Austin Watershed Protection. The mission of Watershed Protection is to protect lives, property, and the environment from the impacts of flooding, erosion, and stormwater pollution. The purpose of the Project Design and Delivery Branch (PDD) is to provide efficient and effective project delivery services for in-house and capital improvement program (CIP) projects that accomplish WPD mission priorities. The Open Channel Engineering team is a design team that delivers CIP and in-house projects. In-house design projects are assigned for all missions (flood, erosion, and water quality) and drainage assets (pipes, ponds, and channels). CIP projects generally focus on open channel, detention pond, and creek assets. The team's supervisor is integral to the team's ability to navigate the project delivery process.The supervisor of this team will have the opportunity to fully charter the Open Channel Engineering program using the Department's recently completed Channel Asset Management Plan to implement projects that are not prioritized through the other mission programs. This supervisor will collaborate with the supervising engineers for the Creek Flood Risk Reduction and Stream Restoration teams to collaborate on projects that can accomplish multiple mission goals.The Open Channel Engineering team is a design team with accomplished, collaborative, and dedicated staff. The culture of the Creek Flood and Erosion Division embodies the STEWARDS values of the Watershed Protection Department: Sustainability, Teamwork, Equity, Wisdom, Accountability, Resilience, Dedication, and Service.**TRAVEL:**If you are selected for this position and meet the in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.**BENEFITS:**Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click for more information.**ABOUT YOUR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION (Please read carefully):**When completing the City of Austin Employment Application:* Include details on the application or prior or current work history with the City of Austin.* A cover letter and resume must be submitted with the employment application, but do not substitute for a complete employment application.* A detailed and complete employment application will help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position.* Include details on the application of any previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications and relevant experience. Provide each job title and employment dates for all jobs on the application. Your work history should include the duties you performed. \"See Resume\" is not acceptable, and your application will be considered incomplete.* Work history must include the month and year of employment, and whether it was full- or part-time.* Any relevant work history on the resume must also be reflected in the employment application in order to be considered.**Competitive Benefits**: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.**Career Growth**: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership