Supervising Engineer (Wastewater Operations)

City of Houston•Houston, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Supervising Engineer manages wastewater collection system condition assessment and preventive maintenance programs, including sewer cleaning, CCTV inspection, and manhole inspection. The role coordinates collection system data and GIS updates; manages inspection, technical service, cleaning and televising, and data processing contracts; works with contractors and internal teams; tracks program performance and KPIs; supports Consent Decree reporting; and provides technical support to other Wastewater Operations teams. The position focuses on improving workflows and evaluating new technologies and methods for condition assessment and program management. The position supervises engineering and technical staff, assigns and prioritizes work, reviews work, and provides technical guidance. It is based in Houston Water/Wastewater Operations, Collection System Engineering–Preventive Maintenance, with a reporting location at 4545 Groveway. Workdays and hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., subject to change. This is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier II level. Occasional minor discomfort may result from less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions, and the position may involve modestly unpleasant situations.

Requirements

Graduation from an engineering curriculum approved by the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers, with satisfactory standing; OR graduation from an engineering or related science curriculum at a recognized institution of higher education that is not Board-approved, and passage of the eight-hour Fundamentals of Engineering examination prescribed by the Board.
Six years of active practice in engineering work after graduation from an approved engineering curriculum, including one year as a licensed Professional Engineer.
Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas.
A specific branch of engineering, such as civil, mechanical, or structural, may be required.
Must be able to pass a criminal background check and obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required.
Subject to random drug testing; for promotional candidates, passing an assignment drug test is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with wastewater collection system analysis.
An engineering degree.
Eligible veteran applicants receive preference when they meet the stated qualification and candidate-ranking conditions.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and manage condition assessment activities for sewer mains, manholes, and service laterals to meet applicable Consent Decree requirements.
Ensure inspection and coding follow City requirements, NASSCO standards, and established procedures.
Manage preventive maintenance programs, including sewer cleaning, inspection activities, and work prioritization.
Use inspection, GIS, work order, SSO, and other collection system data to identify priorities and support preventive maintenance programs.
Coordinate GIS and asset data updates for inspection, maintenance, remediation, and reporting.
Manage Cleaning & Televising and data processing contracts; track contract activity and performance; plan future contract needs; and coordinate development and procurement of new contracts with Procurement and other City teams.
Track program performance and KPIs and support Consent Decree reporting.
Coordinate with Planning, field operations, Construction Management, contractors, consultants, and other teams to support program needs and resolve technical or operational issues.
Improve workflows and evaluate new technologies and methods for condition assessment and program management.
Supervise engineering and technical staff, assign and prioritize work, review work, and provide technical guidance.
Support other Wastewater Operations teams and special projects as needed.