Public Works Project Coordinator - Public Utilities(4030)

Jefferson Parish • East Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Engineering Utilities Division Supervisor, this position coordinates inspections for engineering assignments and performs skilled inspections and project oversight for construction, repair, and maintenance projects. The work ensures adherence to established engineering standards, regulations, and contractual requirements. The employee performs inspections in an assigned area of Jefferson Parish and carries out sub-professional engineering design review and layout work. Duties also involve budgeting, estimating, and field design changes in response to unforeseen problems.

The position works collaboratively with representatives of Parish departments, engineering and architectural firms, utility companies, testing laboratories, contractors, and homeowners to coordinate meetings and resolve complaints, billing discrepancies, and other problems or unforeseen circumstances. This is an essential emergency-duty position; the employee may not be relieved of duty when the Parish President or designee recommends a voluntary or mandatory evacuation of Jefferson Parish. The position requires driving a Parish vehicle, and a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record is preferred.

Requirements

• Possession of a current Class IV Water Distribution license issued by the Louisiana State Department of Health & Hospitals.
• Meet one of the following experience pathways: current Jefferson Parish employment with permanent civil service status as Engineering Inspector II or above and at least five years of progressively responsible, full-time paid experience in inspection, construction, and/or maintenance or repair of municipal waterlines, sanitary sewerage lines, and/or drainage outfalls; or a high school diploma or equivalent and at least six years of such experience.
• Proof of education is required where applicable.
• An accredited bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management may substitute for four years of required work experience; an accredited associate's degree closely related to Civil Engineering or Construction Management may substitute for two years.
• Complete and accurate information about training and experience, including detailed work history, previous employers' names and addresses, and employment dates, must be supplied and is subject to verification.
• A valid driver's license and acceptable driving record are preferred.

Nice To Haves

• A valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Related education, experience, and/or professional certifications above the minimum qualifications may be considered for an entrance salary above the minimum rate, up to the listed salary range.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inspections of engineering assignments for Department of Engineering inspection personnel.
• Inspect and oversee construction, repair, and maintenance projects and conditions for compliance with established engineering standards and regulations.
• Perform inspection duties for an assigned area of Jefferson Parish.
• Perform sub-professional engineering design review and layout work.
• Handle budgeting, estimating, and field design changes arising from unforeseen problems.
• Inspect work for adherence to contractual items.
• Coordinate meetings and collaborate with Parish departments, engineering and architect firms, utility companies, testing laboratories, contractors, and homeowners.
• Work to resolve complaints, billing discrepancies, and problems or unforeseen circumstances.
• Remain on duty during voluntary or mandatory evacuations when required as an essential emergency-duty worker.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED