Water Infrastructure Engineering Lead

austintexas

United States

On-site

USD 110,000 - 155,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Job summary

Austin Water is seeking a Supervising Engineer to oversee engineering functions within a major division, including budgeting, staffing, policy development, and providing support to City of Austin goals.

Responsibilities include directing projects, reviewing plans, managing budgets, developing procedures, negotiating contracts, and coordinating with city councils and external agencies. Strong leadership and civil engineering knowledge are essential for success.

Qualifications

  • Experience managing budgets and projects.
  • Ability to develop policies and procedures.
  • Strong leadership capabilities.
  • Familiarity with civil, environmental, or structural engineering.
  • Knowledge of city budget and contract processes.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical direction to internal and external customers.
  • Manages, coordinates, implements, or monitors projects or programs; reviews plans and development proposals.
  • Develops and monitors the budget of projects and submits forecasts.
  • Develops and implements standard operating procedures, policies, codes, and ordinances; ensures regulatory compliance.
  • Negotiates contract terms, fees, and scope; coordinates with consultants, contractors, and city agencies.
  • Attends meetings and presents to City Council, boards and commissions; coordinates with other agencies.

Skills

Supervisory skills
Budget planning
Engineering concepts
Calculus & Trig
Communications
Contracts & procurement

Job description

Austin Water is seeking a Supervising Engineer to oversee engineering functions within a major division, including budgeting, staffing, policy development, and providing support to City of Austin goals.

Responsibilities include directing projects, reviewing plans, managing budgets, developing procedures, negotiating contracts, and coordinating with city councils and external agencies. Strong leadership and civil engineering knowledge are essential for success.

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