Supervising Engineer

City of Delray Beach•Fl 33444, FL

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Supervising Engineer oversees assigned engineering functions and the City’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP) project management activities. The role directly supervises professional staff, including Project Managers and GIS personnel, and sets priorities, assigns workloads, monitors performance, and supports effective delivery of engineering and capital improvement work. The position provides management oversight of projects administered by assigned Project Managers and directly manages assigned projects, covering planning, design, permitting, procurement, construction, inspection, financial management, contract administration, risk management, scheduling, and closeout. The role establishes project management expectations and provides technical and administrative direction to staff. It monitors project scope, budget, schedule, quality, and risks, and directs corrective action when needed. Projects may involve roadways, drainage, stormwater management, municipal water and wastewater infrastructure, parks, buildings, utilities, and other public facilities. The Supervising Engineer serves as a senior technical and management resource to the Public Works Department and coordinates with staff, consultants, contractors, other City departments, governmental agencies, and the public. The position works under the general direction of the Engineering Division Manager and exercises considerable independent judgment. Hours outside the normal workday may be required. The work includes staff leadership and development; project and construction management; preparation and review of engineering plans, contract documents, budgets, reports, RFQs, and RFPs; grant administration; consultant and contractor coordination; and communication with City management, elected and advisory bodies, agencies, and the public. The employee also supports emergency and post-hurricane assessments and coordinates CIP work with municipalities and governmental entities. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field, Florida Professional Engineer registration, at least ten years of progressively responsible civil engineering experience, and at least five years of supervisory or management experience. A master’s degree, relevant municipal infrastructure and CIP experience, and PMP or other relevant certification are preferred. Work is performed in an office and occasionally outdoors at work sites. Physical demands include frequent sitting, talking or hearing, use of hands, reaching, occasional walking, and occasional lifting or moving of up to 25 pounds.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in civil engineering or a related field.
Must possess and maintain Florida Professional Engineer (PE) registration.
At least 10 years of progressively responsible civil engineering experience.
At least five years of supervisory or management experience with responsibility for professional engineering, project management, or related technical staff.
Ability to manage multiple concurrent capital improvement projects and coordinate project managers, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders.
Ability to read, interpret, and evaluate engineering plans, specifications, technical reports, surveys, and construction documents.
Advanced knowledge of engineering principles and practices and their administration as applied to municipal public works construction.
Ability to respond positively to supervision, guidance, and direction and follow stated policies.
Ability to maintain professional grooming and attire and report to work promptly and properly prepared.
Ability to follow rules for reporting absences and using accrued time.
Polite, helpful, and courteous manner when interacting with the public.
Ability to operate and care for equipment according to manufacturer specifications or stated parameters.
Ability to demonstrate understanding, consideration, and respect for cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with the public and colleagues.
A comparable combination of education, training, and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in civil engineering, public administration, engineering management, or a related field.
Experience managing municipal Capital Improvement Programs involving multiple concurrent projects and project managers.
Experience supervising professional engineers, project managers, GIS personnel, or other technical staff.
Experience with planning, design, permitting, procurement, construction, and closeout of municipal infrastructure projects.
Experience managing complex roadway, drainage, stormwater, water, wastewater, utility, parks, building, or other public infrastructure projects.
Experience with municipal budgeting, capital improvement planning, grant administration, consultant procurement, contract administration, and construction management.
Experience presenting engineering and capital improvement matters to City Commission, advisory boards, community groups, regulatory agencies, and the public.
Familiarity with GIS, infrastructure asset management, and municipal information systems.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or another relevant professional certification.

Responsibilities

Support project management teams and consultants in project design, scheduling, permitting, bidding, and construction.
Prepare project status, financial, and budget reports for management.
Perform construction management and field observations; visit job sites and evaluate progress.
Monitor construction progress and prepare and certify required construction closeout documentation for regulatory agencies.
Prepare CIP budget estimates and approve materials, methods, equipment, specifications, cost estimates, and other project documents.
Negotiate best-value contracts for the City.
Complete grant compliance and monitoring requirements; coordinate grant extensions and amendments; maintain knowledge of grant terms and closeout procedures.
Provide technical direction to engineering and project management staff and assistance to developers, consultants, outside agencies, and assigned staff.
Attend community meetings; present project information to civic groups, City Commission, boards, and government officials; represent the City on advisory committees and boards; respond to questions and resolve sensitive issues and complaints.
Review personnel work and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget; review and approve change orders and hold project managers accountable for deadlines.
Coordinate annual budget requests, including Capital Improvement Plan projects.
Develop plans for and conduct post-hurricane and emergency assessments.
Prepare and present written and oral project reports to City management, City Commission, boards, and the public.
Coordinate work with municipalities and governmental entities, prepare inter-local agreements, and coordinate City CIP projects.
Perform responsibilities in accordance with the Palm Beach County Code of Ethics and Florida State Statutes 112.313.
Foster positive employee relations and morale across the City.
Manage complex and large-scale civil engineering projects.
Design, prepare, review, and approve complex engineering plans and contract documents for municipal water main, sanitary sewer, roadway, drainage, and other projects.
Review engineering plans prepared by staff, consultants, and private developers.
Prepare and review RFQs and RFPs for professional engineering, architecture, surveying, and landscape architecture services; assist other departments with engineering recommendations and consultant or contractor selections.
Directly supervise Engineering staff, including Project Managers and GIS personnel; set priorities, assign projects and workloads, establish performance expectations, and monitor work completion.
Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, mentoring, and professional development to staff, promoting consistent use of City policies, procedures, engineering standards, and project management practices.
Conduct or participate in performance evaluations; identify training needs; address performance issues; and recommend hiring, promotion, discipline, and other personnel actions under City policies.
Evaluate workloads and resources and recommend changes to assignments, staffing, consultant support, schedules, and priorities.
Establish and monitor project management standards, procedures, reporting requirements, and accountability measures for projects administered by assigned Project Managers.
Identify project risks, schedule delays, budget issues, contractual concerns, and other matters requiring management attention, and develop or recommend corrective actions.
Oversee engineering project management practices and recommend improvements to processes, procedures, standards, and systems.
Supervise and direct engineering-related GIS activities and coordinate GIS data and systems for capital planning, asset management, project delivery, and Public Works operations.