TWDB - 26-52: Flood Management Evaluation Engineer (Engineer III - V/ Project Manager II - IV)

Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) • Austin, TX

13d • $6,700 - $9,379

About The Position

The Flood Mitigation Evaluation (FME) Department in the Flood Planning (FP) Division of the Office of Planning (OOP) in the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) is seeking a highly motivated individual to join the team who will have the opportunity to work with flood risk reduction efforts throughout Texas. The FME program is intended to perform FME studies for smaller and rural communities in Texas as selected by the regional flood planning groups. The successful candidate has knowledge of and experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, mapping, planning, design, and construction of flood risk reduction projects. This person is experienced, and skilled to ensure the funds supporting the program and the contracts are utilized appropriately to facilitate identification of flood risk and planning for appropriate flood risk reduction projects and that the work done by contractors meets requirements and the purpose of the program and the needs of the regional flood planning groups.
Performs moderately complex (journey-level) to advanced (senior-level) Engineering or Project Management work. Work involves technical analysis and engineering evaluation of watershed study reports. Manages engineering consultant contracts and oversees project schedules, budgets, change orders, and documents for TWDB-funded flood control planning projects identified by Regional Flood Planning Groups (RFPGs). Coordinates, guides, tracks, reviews and oversees the Flood Management Evaluations (FME) being performed by contractors. Coordinates and communicates with a variety of communities, project stakeholders, management, and others as needed. Represents TWDB at assigned meetings and engagements. Serves as an information source for team members and other staff, and provides training for TWDB staff and applicants on TWDB processes. Works under general to minimal supervision, with limited to considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. May train others. Reports to the Manager of the Flood Management Evaluation Department.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Candidates with Texas Professional Engineer (P.E.) License: Engineer Classification Series: Engineer III: Two years of relevant work experience as a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.). Engineer IV: Three years of relevant work experience as a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.). Engineer V: Four years of relevant work experience as a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.).
• Candidates with Professional Engineer (P.E.) License in another U.S. State: Project Manager Classification Series: Project Manager III-S: Two years of relevant work experience as a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.). Project Manager IV: Three years of relevant work experience as a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.). Project Manager IV-S: Four years of relevant work experience as a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.).
• Candidates with a Texas Engineer in Training (E.I.T) Certification: Project Manager Classification Series: Project Manager II: Two years of relevant work experience in Engineering related activities or a related field. Project Manager III: Four years of relevant work experience in Engineering related activities or a related field. Project Manager IV: Six years of relevant work experience in Engineering related activities or a related field.
• Engineer Classification Series: Licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Texas.
• Project Manager Classification Series: Licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in another U.S. state with the willingness AND ability to obtain a Texas P.E. license within six months of hire; or Candidates certified as an Engineer in Training (E.I.T) by the State of Texas AND ability to obtain a Texas P.E. license within 12 months of hire.
• Previous relevant work experience in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the Flood Management Evaluation Department.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration.
• Knowledge of contracting processes including developing scopes of work, budgets and RFQs, reviewing proposals, negotiating contracts, monitoring contracts and schedules, managing contractors and reviewing deliverables.
• Knowledge of project and contract management methods including measurement and monitoring tools, and corrective measures.
• Knowledge of engineering principles, techniques, and procedures related to flood planning.
• Knowledge of flood project development.
• Skills in using Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and Access.
• Skills in use of internet, email, word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database software.
• Skills in comprehending technical material.
• Skills in implementation planning.
• Skills in the use of logic to assess options.
• Skills in identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Ability to maintain the security or integrity of critical infrastructure within Texas.
• Ability to meet agency in-office requirements.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to plan, design, and manage projects.
• Ability to use deductive, inductive, and mathematical reasoning.
• Ability to adhere to work schedules, follow procedures with respect to leave and submit accurate timesheets by prescribed deadlines.
• 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 internal and external stakeholders both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work and cooperate with others in a team environment and cooperate with supervisors, co-workers, and others.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and schedule work in order to maintain regular progress on assignments and meet 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 work days that may exceed 8 hours, including early mornings, nights, and weekends.
• 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 25% 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 8 hours, including early mornings, nights, and weekends.
• Ability to train others.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or a related field.
• Three years of progressively responsible professional work experience managing projects, contracts, and/or programs.
• Experience developing and managing professional services contracts including developing scopes of work, budgets and RFQs, reviewing proposals, negotiating contracts, monitoring contractor work progress and schedules, managing contractors, reviewing deliverables, and approving payments.
• Knowledge of and experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, and mapping of flood risk.
• Experience in planning, prioritization, design, and construction of flood risk reduction projects including riverine flood control, local flood control and coastal flood control projects.
• Experience and familiarity with Texas’ regional flood planning process.
• Experience and skills ensuring that funds are utilized appropriately to facilitate identification of flood risk, planning for appropriate flood risk reduction projects and that work done by contractors meets requirements and the purpose of program funding.
• Experience with regulations related to floodplain and flood management, federal and state programs and permitting.
• Certified Flood Plain Manager (CFM).
• Experience writing and producing technical reports.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the development and management of professional services contracts, including scopes of work, budgets, Request for Qualifications (RFQs), proposal reviews, contract negotiations, contractor oversight, deliverable reviews, and payment approvals.
• Assists the Flood Management Evaluations (FME) Program Manager in developing the new FME program policies, processes, identification of risks and controls for managing and coordination of all FME studies to be performed by TWDB.
• Works with the TWDB Contract department to procure FME contractors.
• Creates and updates relevant documents and processes for successful administration and closeout of the FME program contracts.
• Coordinates with FME communities and FME program contractors to ensure all TWDB requirements are met.
• Assists with developing and implementing quality control and monitoring efforts related to contractor-performed studies and overall program implementation.
• Coordinates, facilitates, and otherwise serves as liaison between TWDB agency programs, external agency contractors, regional flood planning groups, and local sponsors.
• Monitors contract and project schedules, contractor and staff work performance, budgets, and related costs to identify potential issues or delays and ensure appropriate use of funds.
• Manages various aspects of projects and contracts, recommends courses of action to address delays or other issues that may arise, and documents project files on significant actions.
• Performs technical review and evaluation of engineering related documents; determines relevant deficiencies, options, and recommendations to ensure compliance with TWDB rules and regulations.
• Monitors project schedules, budgets, and invoice costs and/or released costs to identify potential issues or delays.
• Serves as project manager, monitoring project schedules, budgets, and requirements, and reviewing eligibility and approving payment requests.
• May conduct on site observations to monitor the progress of the construction of TWDB-funded projects for compliance with TWDB rules and specifications.
• Assists owners with problem resolution, and ensures work is completed in accordance with approved contract document.
• Advises on project and engineering matters and, when needed, oversees related reviews conducted by other staff.
• Coordinates with various federal and state agencies regarding projects and programs, as necessary.
• Provides information and assistance to appropriate TWDB staff and clients.
• Stays informed of changes to pertinent laws, regulations, guidelines, policies, and instructions and correctly applies them to assigned projects.
• Identifies and participates in internal and external job-related training.
• Provides support for Essential Job Functions described above for additional flood planning teams due to temporary staffing conditions as assigned by Division Director.
• Assists the other staff and management, as appropriate, in identifying process improvements and areas within the department or other areas that need improvement or could be streamlined.
• Assists the staff and manager in reviewing and preparing procedures and guidelines and in conducting training as necessary.
• Promotes an environment that encourages teamwork, accountability, professional development, and improvement in performance.
• Conducts outreach efforts, including public speaking.
• Maintains current information in TWDB’s projects database pertaining to the FME studies.
• May direct, assign, and evaluate the work of project staff.
• May participate in overseeing and reviewing Flood Protection Planning Grant studies, Regional Flood Plans, developing the State Flood Plan and related activities.
• Maintains confidential and sensitive information.
• Ensures individual and team files (electronic and hard versions) are appropriately maintained and timely disposed of in accordance with the agency’s records retention procedures and schedule.
• Maintains required certifications and licenses and meets the continuing education needs and requirements of the position to include, attending mandatory training courses.
• May be required to operate a state or personal vehicle for business purposes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending, and flexible work alternatives so you can have a work/life balance!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level