Operations Engineer

Ferrovial•Dallas, TX

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Operations Engineer, as a member of the Roadway Operations Department, is responsible for the managing and monitoring all infrastructure renewal campaigns of the assets and of the new construction projects during the operations phase at LBJ, NTE and NTE3 highways. The ideal candidate requires to have a highways construction background and to be competent in data analysis, quality, design and project management to ensure optimal lifecycle renewal/refurbishment/repair works/new construction works (CAPEX works) for the assets of the highways. The individual will report to the Operations Manager and will work closely with the LBJ’s and NTE’s COOs, managers, engineers and employees, and external parties (contractors and consultants).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering
2-4+ years of experience in highways construction and/or maintenance is required or technical department in a major infrastructure developer
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license
Must be able to demonstrate computer proficiency, especially within Microsoft Excel, Project, Word and Power Point, as well as PC based programs
CAD and/or MicroStation experience required
Experience in data analytics including applicable software’s

Nice To Haves

Experience at technical office during construction projects will be preferred
Previous experience in Texas market is desirable
ArcGIS experience desirable

Responsibilities

Develop and implement strategies to maintain highways, bridges, and roadside facilities in optimal condition.
Manages, coordinates and supervises works on the field, prepares lane closures, reviews workplans and coordinates with other activities, ensuring that best practices are applied in the performance on the works
Oversee and control on site works performed by subcontractors to ensure quality and performance are as required
Prepare field investigation reports to control proper performance of works
Prepares RFPs and oversees any other technical advisory services or surveys which might be needed for the works.
In coordination with the Operations Manager and the O&M department (when required), responsible for the management of the design and construction processes for new works or assets along or adjacent to the existing highways
Review plans, specifications, contract documents and reports required to perform any renewal activity on the road. This includes design documentation, procedures and quality control methods, work plans and standard requirements
Analyzes current conditions of each asset to determine their actual life expectancy during the remainder of the concession period and program/manage the required CAPEX works
Achieve budgetary goals
Assists Operation Manager in the review and approval of all plans, contracts and invoices
Assists Maintenance Director and Maintenance Managers in all technical issues that might be needed in relation with O&M efforts.
Coordinates with the ITS Department implementation and relocation of field equipment
Prepares the Renewal Work Schedule for each project on an annual basis and assists the COOs and the O&M Manager in the preparation of the annual CAPEX forecast updates
Assists the Operations Manager in meetings and negotiations with different stakeholders (Texas Department of Transportation, Cities, main vendors and suppliers, etc.)
Oversee asset management tool and other tools and systems (GIS, data analytics platforms, etc.) according to the different CAPEX works performed
When required, participates in innovation and research groups at a shareholder/corporate level
Supervises any onsite inspections to verify measurements that are taken accordingly to standards
Prepares and submits all monthly, quarterly and annual reports required by contract or by our internal policy
Ensures full compliance with our technical requirements, especially with CDA’s O&M Measurement and Performance Table for the three projects
Actively promotes the safety of the department and the employees
Performs other job-related duties as needed