Section Manager - Vertical Assets

Gwinnett County Government; Georgia; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in public utility services is seeking a Vertical Assets Section Manager to lead engineering efforts in water and wastewater systems. This role is pivotal in overseeing the design and construction of capital projects, ensuring superior service and stewardship of vital resources. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills, a solid engineering background, and the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders. Join a dedicated team committed to innovation and excellence in service delivery, and make a significant impact in the community while advancing your career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil, structural, mechanical, or environmental engineering required.
• 8 years of engineering experience, including 2 years in management.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers in managing water and wastewater projects.
• Oversee design and construction of capital improvement projects.

Skills

Project Management

Effective Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Gwinnett County Department of Water Resources (DWR) is a publicly owned utility committed to delivering superior services to a vibrantly connected community. The employees of the Department of Water Resources (DWR) represent our inclusive culture which advances our commitment to excellence in service, stewardship, integrity, and innovation. The Department and its staff are widely recognized for superior service in the maintenance and operation of almost 9,000 miles of water, wastewater, and stormwater lines, as well as the operation of 2 water production facilities, 3 water reclamation facilities and over 200 pump stations. The Department of Water Resources takes pride in stewardship of the environmental resources entrusted to us and pledges to be responsible as we manage water as a limited, but renewable resource.

Job Description
The Vertical Assets Section Manager leads a team of engineers within the Department of Water Resources' Engineering and Construction (E&C) Division. Vertical assets include the non-linear portions of our water and wastewater systems including two water filtration plants, three water reclamation facilities, and over 200 pump stations. The Vertical Assets Section is responsible for overseeing the design and construction of capital improvement projects at these facilities. The ideal candidate has experience in water and wastewater facility planning, design, procurement, construction, and management of water and wastewater systems. Problem solving and the ability to communicate effectively with county leadership, peers, staff, and occasionally with the public are also critical to this position. Duties of the Engineering & Construction Vertical Assets Section Manager include:

Essential Duties

Technical Expertise:

• Project management.
• Engineering support during project development, design, bidding, and construction phases.
• Management of multiple projects at one or more facilities.

Contracts & Bid Experience:

• Drafting project specific scoping documents with consultants.
• Managing the development of contract documents during the design phase.
• Overseeing the bid / procurement process.
• Reviewing and approving invoicing.
• Reviewing, negotiating, and processing Change Orders
• Coordinating with Engineer of Record.
• Conducting constructability reviews.

Leadership & Supervision:

• Direct, mentor and develop a team of engineers, project managers and technical staff within the Vertical Assets Section.
• Assign projects to balance workload.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback for staff development.
• Cultivate a collaborative and innovative work environment focused on high performance, personal growth, and professional excellence.

Grade
The grade for this position is 108. Salary will be dependent on education and experience.

Effective 4/11/2023, this position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil, structural, mechanical, or environmental engineering.
• Eight years of progressively responsible engineering experience, including two years of experience as a manager.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License.
• Valid driver's license from state of residency.

Preferred Qualifications

• Water and wastewater process engineering
• Plant and pump station hydraulics
• Engineering design principles and standards
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Project Management
• Contract documents
• Project procurement
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams)
• Basic field study

Hiring Process

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