Development Engineering Manager

City of Tukwila•Tukwila, WA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Community Development is seeking a leader who will help guide the City’s growth and development through city codes, standards, plan review, and functional plans to achieve the community's vision as expressed in the City's Comprehensive Plan; and is committed to serving all members of the community in a professional, consistent, and inclusive manner. The Development Engineering Manager, under the direction of the Community Development Director and guidance provided by the Public Works Director, manages an engineering division consisting of two development review engineers and two infrastructure inspectors. This position blends technical expertise, strategic thinking, and leadership skills to ensure high quality private development and plays a critical role in ensuring that the City's built environment meets the current and future needs of our residents and business community. This position has broad responsibility over the division’s function, including ensuring compliance with federal, State, and local law and developing and implementing policies, procedures, and objectives that are aligned with Department, City, Council, and community goals. Work is frequently performed under deadlines and requires attendance and public meetings and hearings, many of which are at night. The Engineering Manager frequently addresses highly sensitive issues, must work directly with elected officials and representatives from other jurisdictions and make presentations for boards, commissions, the City Council, and the community.

Requirements

Knowledge of principles, practices and methods of civil engineering; General municipal operations and structure including agenda bills, Council committee, and Council approval process; Effective principles and practices of project organization and management; Principles of staff management, supervision, training, and performance evaluation; English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation; Engineering contract management, including the request for qualifications/proposals process; Principles of municipal and administration Applicable federal, State, and local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, including current trends and best practices in area of specialty.
Skill in application of principles of management and supervision, including with respect to training, hiring, evaluating, rewarding, and disciplining staff.
Planning, organizing, and coordinating the work of the assigned workgroup.
Creative problem solving, including identifying mutually beneficial solutions.
Effectively leading an assigned workgroup by providing a positive example and influence.
Applying and interpreting codes, contract specifications, permit conditions, and other applicable rules, regulations, and standards.
Negotiating with contractors, developers, and other stakeholders.
Using computers and other applicable software programs.
Ability to communicate effectively with developers, elected officials, City leadership, City staff, and the general public.
Communicate technical information and requirements in a clear and accurate fashion.
Mediate conflicts, deescalate customers or stakeholders who may be angry or upset, and deal effectively with sensitive disputes and high stress situations.
Anticipate community trends and needs; develop effective solutions that align with City vision, goals, and priorities.
Effectively manage personnel issues.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing and present information to elected officials, staff, developers, the City Council, and others.
Direct and inspect the work of consultants, contractors, and staff on specialized engineering projects.
Exercise significant judgment and discretion in making decisions for the assigned workgroup.
Analyze situations and propose and implement an effective course of action.
Develop and implement strategic goals and priorities for the assigned division.
Plan, schedule, organize, and delegate work.
Use applicable software programs, e.g. AutoCAD, BlueBeam, and other programs necessary in area of specialty.
Prepare and maintain accurate records and files.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, contractors, and the general public.
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, seven years of engineering experience including five years of supervisory responsibility, or an equivalent combination of education and experience to provide sufficient evidence of the successful performance of the essential elements of the job such as those listed above.
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) within the State of Washington; if registered in another state, must obtain Washington State registration within six (6) months of hire.
Valid WA State driver's license with a driving record that meets City standards.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree with course work in Engineering and/or Public Administration.
Local government knowledge and experience.
Experience with managing unionized employees.

Responsibilities

Plans, organizes, directs, and manages the work of an engineering workgroup; plans and organizes workloads and staff assignments, develops metrics, evaluates projects, and directs changes in priority as necessary.
Sets goals and priorities for an engineering workgroup; provides direction, training, and leadership to engineering and other technical a staff; ensures efficient and effective operation of the workgroup.
Provides direct and general supervision to division staff, including evaluating performance, mentoring, developing, and making recommendations for hiring, discipline, and termination of staff.
Evaluates engineering operations and implements changes to improve customer service, productivity and efficiency, and resolve issues that cannot be resolved by staff.
Prepares workgroup budget, implements budgeted work plan items, monitors workgroup expenditures, and plans for long-term workgroup needs.
Oversees development review, civil construction, regulatory compliance, and inspection functions
Serves as project manager, provides quality control, and guides the work of staff on large, complex, or sensitive engineering projects, including multi-jurisdiction coordination, development agreements, and implementation of Council priorities.
Manages consultant contracts, including procuring consulting services, coordinating, and managing performance.
Serves as technical expert in engineering policy and technical issues; provides briefings, technical information, and advice to elected officials, internal staff, and City administration on development regulations, policy issues, procedures, and City code.
Serves as liaison to boards, commissions, and/or Council committees.