Senior Program Manager, Engineering - Deer Island
About The Position
The Senior Program Manager, Engineering manages projects assigned to the Capital Engineering Department from conceptual design through construction. The role develops and manages engineering projects that support plant operations, provides engineering support to maintenance, and oversees in-house design and construction work, vendor and maintenance contracts, and consulting engineering services. The position also supervises and mentors staff, coordinates projects with external and internal stakeholders, and supports department budgeting and recruiting. The role works under the general supervision of the Manager, Engineering Services (DI), and exercises close supervision of Program Managers, Project Managers, and Staff Engineers. The position is based at Deer Island in Winthrop, Massachusetts. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. It may be eligible for telework up to two days per week after an initial waiting period. The position is designated as essential during emergencies or other circumstances when the MWRA Executive Director requires essential personnel to report to work.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or a related engineering field, or an equivalent combination of education or experience.
- Understanding of facilities design, plant engineering, and construction project management techniques, including preparation of plans, specifications, and biddable project documents.
- At least eight years of related experience, including four years in a supervisory, project management, or managerial capacity, or an equivalent combination of education or experience.
- Valid Massachusetts Class D motor vehicle operator's license or a driver's license from another state.
- Ability to plan, organize, direct, train, and assign duties to subordinates.
- Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Registration as a Massachusetts Professional Engineer.
- Experience in water and wastewater treatment operations, utilities, and large-facility start-up procedures.
- Personal computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, project management software, and AutoCAD.
- Extensive experience in the development and oversight of MGL Chapters 30 and 149 contracts.
Responsibilities
- Develop and manage engineering projects that support operations staff, investigate operational problems, and recommend solutions.
- Provide engineering support for complex maintenance work orders and contract maintenance projects, including appropriate design services.
- Support economical operation of plant-wide compressed air, water, HVAC, process pumping, and electrical systems.
- Supervise design, engineering, drafting, and completion of in-house repair, replacement, modification, renovation, and layout projects.
- Oversee concept and detailed designs and preparation of plans and specifications for plant engineering modifications.
- Identify and prioritize projects and establish milestones for their completion.
- Manage blanket maintenance and construction contracts.
- Oversee preparation of plans and specifications for vendor contracts involving proposed plant engineering modifications.
- Oversee reviews and modifications of operations and maintenance documentation and ensure compliance with MWRA standards.
- Oversee and manage construction projects generated by the Capital Engineering Department and outside consultants.
- Direct consulting engineering services and contracts during construction, monitoring quality, budgets, schedules, contractual compliance, and consistency with MWRA objectives and policies.
- Oversee updates to engineering drawings and records and forward them to the Technical Services Center in accordance with established procedures.
- Provide oral and written reports to the Manager, Engineering Services (DI) on investigations, proposed resolutions, and economic justifications.
- Evaluate assigned employees and conduct performance reviews according to MWRA procedures.
- Coordinate projects with communities, government agencies, and other MWRA departments.
- Prepare annual and supplementary budget requests for review by the Manager, Engineering Services (DI).
- Participate in consultant selection procedures and negotiations.
- Mentor and guide assigned staff to improve performance and project execution.
- Support and participate in MWRA recruiting efforts.
- Perform related duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
