Supervising Engineer- Engineering (Facilities)

City of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Houston is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to supervise engineering personnel and manage CIP infrastructure projects in water, wastewater, paving and drainage. You will provide technical guidance to engineers and project managers and oversee contract documents, bids, and design reviews.

Ideal candidates hold a Texas PE license and an engineering degree, with strong communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Requires graduation from an approved engineering curriculum with satisfactory standing.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Texas or equivalent licensure is required.
• Master's degree may substitute for up to two years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervises engineers and projects within the CIP water, wastewater, paving and drainage programs.
• Provides technical guidance and training to engineers and project managers.
• Prepares and reviews contracts, design/construction documents, reports and bid materials.
• Coordinates with departments, consultants and external stakeholders; conducts on-site inspections.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Civil engineering knowledge

Education

Engineering degree from ABET-approved program

Master's degree acceptable for substitution

Job description

Position Overview

All Persons Interested

Service Line: Facilities

Location: 611 Walker

Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 A.M. – 5 P.M.*
Subject to change*

Description Of Duties/Essential Functions

Supervises, coordinates, and manages a variety of engineering activities and personnel necessary to implement Infrastructure projects in the City's Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) including water, wastewater, paving and drainage. Provides technical guidance and training to engineers and project managers.

The responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provides supervision and coordination of technical personnel and projects or may supervisor multiple contracts and projects of extensive monetary value to the City of Houston.
• Provide technical analysis and information to develop solutions and improve systems and plans.
• Defines objectives, evaluates proposals and makes recommendations for projects.
• Prepares and reviews contract documents (design or construction), technical reports, plans, specifications, standards, supplemental agreements. Negotiates contracts, evaluates bid documents, and assists in selecting bid awards.
• Prepare and review requests for information by contractors, change orders, claims and Requests for Council Action.
• Establishes goals, develops and evaluates performance of personnel and/or projects.
• Responds to inquiries by departments, consultants, contractors, agencies and the general public. Attend and or conduct public meetings and other coordination meetings with various internal and external parties and stakeholders.
• Conduct on-site project inspections and investigations as necessary.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position is physically comfortable; the individual has some discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The position may involve extensive use of a video display terminal.

This is a Houston 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

Six years of active practice in engineering work after graduation from an approved curriculum in engineering, with one of the years as a licensed Professional Engineer, or in a role of Project Manager or higher obtained after licensure as a Professional Engineer.

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.

May require a valid Texas Driver’s License and in compliance with the City of Houston’s policy on driving.

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to applicants with experience in design, construction, 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 degree concentration 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

No

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 29

EOE Equal Opportunity Employment

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.