Engineering Manager

Central Arizona Project•Headquarters - Phoenix 85024, AZ

15d•Hybrid

About The Position

As the Engineering Manager, you would manage the Engineering Services Department, which is responsible for providing engineering support to other groups within the Central Arizona Project (CAP) in the areas of Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Control Systems engineering design; Boundary and Construction Surveying; Construction Project Management, Inspection, and Contract Administration; Land Administration; and Computer-Aided Design/Drafting.

Requirements

An accredited Bachelor's Degree in a relevant engineering field.
Ten (10) years of progressive experience in applicable field, including at least three (3) years supervising professionals and multi-disciplined crafts.
Demonstrated ability to develop goals, vision, and direction that align the department's actions to broad company defined strategic objectives.
Able to lead and guide the department to achieve these goals.
Must have a firm commitment and effective approach for professional career development, achieving continuous improvement of managed staff.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation, conflict resolution and customer service skills.
Skilled in establishing positive working relationships across a diverse organization.
Experience developing and effectively managing large and complex operating and capital budgets and providing sound direction for budgetary decisions.
Must have a valid driver's license and maintain a good driving record.
Must have Registered Professional Engineer (PE) designation, with the ability to obtain registration in Arizona within the first 12 months of employment.
This is a safety sensitive position, and functional/physical pre-employment testing is required.

Nice To Haves

Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP).
Understanding of real estate and land management practices, including Federal and State Lands.
Understanding of practices associated with the emergency management of high criticality dams.
Understanding of construction contracting, contract administration, alternative delivery methods, and applicable statutes regulating public construction contracts in Arizona.

Responsibilities

Manages the Engineering Department through subordinate supervisors who provide supervision and work direction to staff in providing professional engineering and other technical support to other CAP organizations in the areas listed above. Establishes a clear mission for the department that aligns with the organization's mission, values and strategic objectives. Accomplishes department goals by establishing employee goals, effectively delegating, and collaborating with other cross functional managers and employees. Leads by building trust and teamwork, providing regular performance feedback and coaching employee development.
Directs and oversees the execution of CAP's capital improvement program, asset modifications, and lands administration ensuring reliable water deliveries and long-term rate stability.
Provides for the administration of lands, right of way, and land use agreements, while overseeing the development and archiving of essential engineering and technical drawings and records required to operate and maintain the CAP infrastructure.
Acts as the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for code compliance providing final technical interpretations, plan reviews, and assurance that facilities comply with applicable codes and standards.
Reviews, approves, and coordinates the design and construction of external water infrastructure projects connecting to the CAP, for both temporary and long-term services.
Directs emergency preparedness for dams and urban canals through the development and administration of Emergency Action Plans (EAPs), serving as the designated official responsible for direct execution and incident response when activated.
Represents CAP with external agencies and partners with engineering consultants, suppliers and construction contractors in support of CAP infrastructure.