TWDB - 26-117: Engineering Reviewer (Project Manager I-II)

TWDB•Austin, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) is seeking an Engineering Reviewer to perform routine to moderately complex project management work. This role involves the technical analysis and evaluation of engineering reports, facility plans, construction plans and specifications, schedules, budgets, contracts, and other project documents. The Engineering Reviewer will ensure that TWDB-funded projects comply with all engineering and construction-related requirements, Board rules, and state and federal regulations. This position will also guide political subdivisions and other eligible entities through programmatic requirements to ensure the success of TWDB-funded water, wastewater, stormwater, and flood projects. The role may involve training others and requires working under moderate to general supervision with limited latitude for initiative and independent judgment. The position reports to a Team Manager within the Regional Water Project Development Department.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field OR applicant is currently working toward a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field that will be obtained by December 31, 2026.
Project Manager I: Three years of relevant experience in project review or an engineering related field.
Project Manager II: Four years of relevant experience in project review or an engineering related field.
Relevant education and experience can be substituted for each other on a year-for-year basis.
Ability to maintain the security or integrity of critical infrastructure within Texas.
Ability to meet agency in-office requirements.
Ability to exercise sound judgement and make critical decisions.
Ability to analyze complex information.
Ability to develop plans to address identified issues.
Ability to demonstrate negotiation and facilitation skills.
Ability to identify project risks.
Ability to prepare reports.
Ability to adhere to work schedules, follow procedures with respect to leave, and submit accurate timesheets by prescribed deadlines.
Ability to make mature, objective decisions, and identify areas of potential problems.
Ability to perform effectively and willingly when changes occur in scope and nature of the work and work environment.
Ability to perform routine and non-routine work assignments accurately and on-time with little or no supervision.
Ability to perform assigned duties and improve work habits and/or output.
Ability to complete assigned work, on time, neatly and with infrequent errors.
Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and regulations.
Ability to provide prompt, courteous and accurate assistance and clear and concise communication to all stakeholders both verbally and in writing.
Ability to work and cooperate with others in a team environment.
Ability to manage multiple tasks.
Ability to stand/sit/move to perform activities such as retrieve/replace files in a large file system for boxes up to 30 lbs.
Ability and willingness to travel 10% of the time, primarily within the State of Texas.
Ability to operate a vehicle (state or personal) for state business and maintain a driver's license and driving record that complies with state and agency requirements.
Ability to work shifts that may exceed eight hours, including early mornings, nights, and weekends.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in Civil or Environmental Engineering or major coursework in a science related to agriculture/soil or water.
Experience in operations, management, planning, and/or design of water treatment, storage, and distribution systems.
Experience in operations, management, planning, and/or design of wastewater treatment plants and collection systems.
Experience in operations, management, planning, and/or design of drainage or stormwater management systems.
Experience in construction-related inspection, oversight or monitoring of water, wastewater, and/or storm water projects.
Experience in water laws, federal and state programs and permitting.
An Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification.

Responsibilities

Reviews applications for financial assistance and advises applicants on TWDB requirements.
Assists in developing engineering information for Board consideration and makes recommendations on project feasibility.
Coordinates with federal and state agencies regarding projects and programs.
Performs technical review and evaluation of engineering-related financial assistance documents, identifying deficiencies and providing recommendations for compliance.
Monitors project schedules, budgets, and invoice costs to identify potential issues or delays.
Performs routine contract management duties, including review of contract requirements, terms, and conditions.
Reviews and approves payment requests and monitors contract schedules.
May conduct on-site observations to monitor construction progress for compliance with TWDB rules and specifications.
Assists owners with problem resolution.
Identifies and participates in job-related contract management trainings.
Manages various aspects of projects, recommends actions to reduce delays, and documents significant project actions.
Provides information and assistance to TWDB staff and clients.
Maintains current information in TWDB's projects database (TxWISE).
Stays informed of changes to pertinent laws, regulations, guidelines, policies, and instructions and applies them to assigned projects.
Assists with maintaining master hard copies and electronic copies of TWDB personnel information, policies, procedures, guidelines, checklists, forms, and reference material.
Assists with special projects as assigned.
Maintains confidential and sensitive information.
Ensures individual and team files are appropriately maintained and disposed of according to agency records retention procedures.
Maintains required certifications and licenses and meets continuing education needs.
May be required to operate a state or personal vehicle for business purposes.
Performs other duties as assigned.
May train others.