Engineering Unit Supervisor - WWS Engineering Division

Broward County Government; Pompano Beach (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Broward County Government seeks an Engineering Unit Supervisor in the Water and Wastewater Services Division to lead, design, and manage complex projects. The role oversees professional engineers and staff, coordinates with developers and agencies, and steers capital improvements and GIS/CADD initiatives.

The position requires a Florida PE license, a bachelor’s in civil engineering, and six years of experience with two in supervision.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or closely related field.
• Requires six (6) years progressively responsible professional engineering experience with two (2) years supervisory experience.
• Possess and maintain Professional Engineer License in the State of Florida for duration of assignment.

Responsibilities

• Schedules, assigns, and supervises engineering design projects and reviews plans and specifications.
• Supervises analyses and reviews of engineering studies prepared by consultants and recommends actions to leadership.
• Oversees construction plans, liaisons with outside agencies, and ensures project compliance and quality.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Civil engineering

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

CADD

GIS

Job description

Requirements And Preferences

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Engineering Unit Supervisor - WWS Engineering Division Please Note: This announcement will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received and may close at any time.

Requirements And Preferences

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Engineering Unit Supervisor - WWS Engineering Division Please Note: This announcement will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received and may close at any time.

The Engineering Unit Supervisor is responsible for planning, designing, and managing the Division's operational and strategic business projects and programs. This position supervises professional engineers, technical contractors, or other technical staff involved in Water and Wastewater Services developer programs and projects.

Additional Responsibilities Include Develops and updates technical support procedures for the division.

• Confers with division staff, contractors, developers and the general public regarding divisional operations.
• Coordinates the receipt of water and wastewater improvements through developer's agreements or the Utility Connection Permit (UCP) and recommends adjustments to the capital plan.
• Develops and maintains the master facilities' records.
• Develops, Implements and maintains Water and Wastewater Engineering Division's CADD and Geographical Information Systems.
• Assists in developing and implementing divisional goals, policies, and procedures in conjunction with WWED Director.
• Manages and monitors consultants; develops, administers and negotiates consultant contracts, master plan studies, amendments, and work authorizations.
• Supervises and participates in the analysis and review of engineering studies and designs prepared by professional consultants; prepares recommendations for the consideration of professional and administrative superiors and committees.
• Assists in the development and implementation of the Division's strategic plan.
• Assists in developing the division's capital improvement program and coordinates the program with applicable federal, state, county and municipal agencies.
• Supervises and participates in the activities of construction engineers, inspectors, and materials technicians in the investigation and construction of water and sewer mains, roadways, structures, and related public work projects; prepares general and special specifications for contract construction; supervises the maintenance and analysis of payment estimates and records.
• Conducts special engineering studies and projects relating to technical and administrative aspects of the public works function; coordinates the utilization of computer technology as related to the engineering function.
• Conducts long-range studies involving other departments, agencies, and organizations; prepares reports and recommendations; seals and signs engineering plans, drawings, and documents.
• Serves as the focal point for the division's disaster preparedness planning.
• Performs related work as assigned

General Description

Performs advanced professional and supervisory engineering work in the design and review of a wide variety of engineering and environmental projects.

Works under administrative supervision, developing and implementing programs within organizational policies and reports major activities to executive level administrators through conferences and reports.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering or closely related field.

Requires six (6) years progressively responsible experience in professional engineering work appropriate to the area of assignment including two (2) years supervisory experience.

Special Certifications and Licenses

Possess and maintain Professional Engineer License in State of Florida for duration of assignment.

Preferences

• Masters Degree OR higher in Civil Engineering, Public Administration or closely related field.
• Board Certified Environmental Engineer (BCEE) Certification
• Broward County Licensed General Building Contractor; or Specialty Building Contractor; or Engineer/Specialty Engineering Contractor
• Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP) Certification
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
• Construction Professional in Built Environment Projects (PMI-CP) Certification
• At least four (4) years of experience in design, construction, and/or maintenance in water/wastewater utilities, industrial process, or power plants
• At least four (4) years of experience in master planning of water and wastewater infrastructure.
• At least four (4) years of direct supervisory experience over Professional Engineers in the utilities industry.

SCOPE OF WORK

Duties And Responsibilities

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.

Schedules, assigns, and supervises engineering design projects; directs and coordinates field surveys, plan design, preparation and review, cost estimate development, and specifications preparation; participates in the development and design and review of major and complex projects.

Supervises and participates in the analysis and review of engineering studies and designs prepared by professional consultants; prepares recommendations for the consideration of professional and administrative superiors and committees.

Supervises the preparation of right-of-way and construction plans for major thoroughfares; conducts studies and prepares reports on proposed locations for future major thoroughfares; maintains liaison with appropriate outside agencies concerning projects under consideration for construction.

Supervises and participates in the activities of construction engineers, inspectors, and materials technicians in the investigation and construction of water and sewer mains, roadways, structures, and related public work projects; prepares general and special specifications for contract construction; supervises the maintenance and analysis of payment estimates and records.

Oversees and performs the technical review of remedial action plans; oversees and administers environmental licensing programs.

Conducts special engineering studies and projects relating to technical and administrative aspects of the public works function; coordinates the utilization of computer technology as related to the engineering function.

Conducts long-range studies involving other departments, agencies, and organizations; prepares reports and recommendations; seals and signs engineering plans, drawings, and documents.

Performs related work as assigned.

Competencies

• Manages Complexity: Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Asks questions to encourage others to think differently and enrich their analyses of complex situations. Accurately defines the key elements of complex, ambiguous situations.
• Decision Quality: Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Ensures that people's decisions comply with policies and standards. Integrates analysis, experience, and other inputs to make effective decisions. Accepts workable decisions and also seeks better alternatives.
• Balances Stakeholders: Anticipates and balances the needs of multiple stakeholders. Provides guidance so that others understand the needs of different stakeholders and can balance them appropriately. Makes sure people understand and adhere to ethical standards when working with stakeholders; models and ensures cross-cultural sensitivity.
• Directs Work: Provides direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to get work done. Delegates tasks, providing generally clear expectations to staff. Coordinates and integrates the team's work, reducing duplication. Measures team progress using the right indicators; recognizes when problems or shortfalls occur.
• Plans and Aligns: Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Stays focused on plans and improvises in response to changes, including risks and contingencies. Aligns own team's work with other workgroups'. Looks ahead to determine and obtain needed resources to complete plans.
• Optimizes Work Processes: Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Encourages and rewards continuous improvement and quality outcomes. Equips others to handle day-to-day tasks effectively on their own. Integrates systems to improve quality and service.
• Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Measures and tracks team's and own performance, and helps the team learn from success, failure, and feedback. Adheres to, and enforces, goals, policies, and procedures.
• Builds Effective Teams: Builds strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals. Connects with others on team projects and leverages their strengths and knowledge to deliver the best possible results. Champions the decisions of the team and operates in a way that builds team spirit.
• Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Tailors communication content and style to the needs of others. Pays attention to others' input and perspectives, asks questions, and summarizes to confirm understanding.
• Situational Adaptability: Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Serves as an example of adaptability and provides guidance and support to help others adapt to new situations. Considers the needs of clients, constituents, and the organization; shifts priorities appropriately.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

Involves routine and frequent exposure to traffic; moving machinery.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

County Core Values

All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.

• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance

Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email [e-mail] to make an accommodation request.

County-wide Emergency Responsibilities

Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event in disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.

County-wide Employee Responsibilities

All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.

All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.