Engineer (Critical Response)

City of Houston•611 Walker Street, TX

22h•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Graduation from an approved curriculum in engineering by the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers with satisfactory standing; OR 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.
Four (4) years of active practice in engineering work after graduation from an approved curriculum in engineering.
Requires registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas.
A valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.
Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required.

Nice To Haves

Three (3) or more years of experience working with concrete and asphalt roadway design and construction.
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.

Responsibilities

Coordinates the implementation of various drawings, plans, projects, and contracts.
Reviews and updates plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
Prepares and reviews technical correspondence, reports, procedural guidelines, and project schedules.
Interfaces with departments, consultants, technical professionals, and the general public to address inquiries.
Develops reports and other administrative documents.
Provides technical support and expertise on various projects, plans, and programs.
Conducts on-site field observations and inspections.
Interprets codes to ensure consistent applications.
Participates in hearings, meetings, and conferences.
Assists in preparing contract documents, evaluation of bids, responses to vendor inquiries, and awards contract correspondence.
Reviews and monitors work activities performed by external consultants.
Coordinates special projects.