Supervising Engineer (Transportation Rehabilitation)

City-of-Houston,-T; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Houston Public Works, Transportation Rehabilitation, seeks a Supervising Engineer to lead a team in identifying, evaluating and rehabilitating transportation facilities. The role is based at 611 Walker St, Houston, TX, and involves directing projects, providing technical guidance and coordinating contracts.

Requirements include a Texas Professional Engineer license, six years of engineering experience (two as a PE or in project management), and a degree in engineering; a Master’s may

Qualifications

• Requires graduation from an engineering program with good standing.
• Six years of active engineering practice after graduation, two of which must be as a licensed PE or in a senior project management role.
• Master's degree may substitute for up to two years of the experience requirement.
• Texas Professional Engineer license required; may require valid Texas driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and coordinates engineering personnel and projects.
• Provides technical analysis, develops solutions and improves systems.
• Defines objectives, evaluates proposals and makes recommendations for projects.
• Prepares and reviews contract documents, plans and design standards.
• Establishes goals and evaluates performance of personnel and projects.
• Negotiates contracts and assists in bid evaluations.
• Conducts on-site project inspections and responds to inquiries.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Technical guidance

Supervision

Communication

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

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Applications Accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Service Line/ Section:Transportation and Drainage Operations / Transportation Rehabilitation
Location: 611 Walker St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 A.M. – 5 P.M.*
Subject to change*
DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Supervises, coordinates and manages a variety of engineering activities and personnel to identify, evaluate, manage and rehabilitate various facilities and systems. Provides technical guidance and training to technical staff.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications Accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Service Line/ Section:Transportation and Drainage Operations / Transportation Rehabilitation
Location: 611 Walker St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 A.M. – 5 P.M.*
Subject to change*
DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Supervises, coordinates and manages a variety of engineering activities and personnel to identify, evaluate, manage and rehabilitate various facilities and systems. Provides technical guidance and training to technical staff.

Responsibilities:

• 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.
• Provides 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 addendums, reports, plans, projects and design standards.
• Establishes goals, develops and evaluates performance of personnel and/or projects.
• Negotiates contracts, evaluates bid documents and assists in selecting bid awards.
• Conducts on-site project inspections and investigations.
• Responds to inquiries by departments, consultants, agencies and the general public.
• Attends meetings and conference.

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 Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier II 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 (6) years of active practice in engineering work after graduation from an approved curriculum in engineering, with two (2) of the years as a licensed Professional Engineer are required, 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 compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to applicants with five (5) or more years of experience working with concrete and asphalt roadway design and construction. If applicant has ten (10) or more years of supervisory experience.

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 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.