Utility Project Engineering & Construction Manager

City of Palm Coast, FL • Palm Coast, FL

68d • $130,000 - $150,000

About The Position

Under the direction of the Utility Assistant Director Planning & Engineering, manage activities related to Project Engineering and Construction Utility work functions and teams, where the Utility Division currently has a five-year CIP exceeding $500 million. Employees in this classification function at middle management and are responsible for daily operations of the department as well as ensuring compliance with all County, City, State and Federal laws and regulations applicable as well as personnel policies. The Manager should be proficient in water/wastewater utility project engineering and construction, development of multi-year CIP, be proficient in project delivery processes, and be effective in collaborating with Utility Operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, mechanical engineering, or related field required.
• Seven (7) years of experience in water/wastewater utilities.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory or significant project management experience.
• Professional Engineering License required and must obtain licensing in the State of Florida prior to six (6) months of employment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to adhere to prescribed routines and practices.
• Ability to carry out assignments with minimal instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors.
• Ability to work independently to carry out assignments to completion.
• Ability to perform duties with a professional and cooperative work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Organize and manage the project delivery of the Utility project engineering & construction annual and multi-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP).
• Manage engineering and construction assessments, studies, reports and projects; make recommendations concerning system plant, distribution and collection system changes as appropriate; prepare correspondence and technical memorandum as required; develop, update, review utility operational reports; monitor regulatory permit requirements; produce analysis and prepare presentations; oversee and supervise the technical work, performance, and development of staff, hire new staff and perform various administrative tasks.
• Manage and provide technical oversight of water/wastewater project engineering and construction work primarily performed by engineering consulting firms and construction contractors.
• Manage the full spectrum of utility capital project delivery processes, assist with development of Project Definitions for new projects to be included in the CIP, development of initial placeholder project budgets and the oversight of the development of Opinions of Probable Cost (OPC) at key milestones in the project delivery process.
• Manage and lead the coordination of activities involving capital improvement projects including RFP and evaluation of engineering design firms proposals including scope, resource capability and fees.
• Consult with Utility Director, Assistant Directors, and Operation Managers, staff and consultants to review technical reports, resolve problems, receive advice and direction and provide recommendations with executive summaries.
• Communicate with Assistant Director and Utility Director, employees, other divisions, other departments, contractors, consultants, vendors, suppliers, the public, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities.
• Assist upper and senior management with various administrative duties; attend various management meetings for dissemination of information.
• Provide recommendations related to construction bids, projects, contracts, or other issues; respond to routine questions or complaints, research problems and initiate problem resolution.
• Oversee the preparation or complete various forms, reports, correspondence, technical memos/reports, executive summaries, charts, graphs, spreadsheets, presentations, budget requests, permit applications, field reports, contract documents, engineering drawings, technical specifications, performance reviews, or other documents.
• Supervise, direct and evaluate assigned project engineering and project management staff, construction management supervisor, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, engaging in process improvements, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
• Coordinate daily work activities, organize, prioritize, and assign work; monitor status of work in progress and inspect completed work.
• Perform a wide variety of administrative supervisory duties, e.g., coordinate with other departments and management; budget and cost control functions.
• Evaluate, recommend and implement departmental policies and procedures to promote maximum office efficiency and effectiveness.
• Maintain a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable laws/regulations; maintain awareness of potential future regulatory requirements, new procedures, practices, technologies, trends and advances in profession.
• Assist in ensuring departmental compliance with all applicable codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures; monitor work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.
• Identify compliance issues that require follow-up or investigation.
• Verify that all City and regulatory policies and procedures have been documented, implemented, and communicated.
• Consult with city attorneys as necessary to address difficult legal compliance issues.
• Advise internal management or business partners on the implementation of regulatory compliance driven projects and programs.
• Maintain files/records of project records, drawings, contracts, and other documentation.
• Verify that software technology is in place to adequately provide oversight and monitoring in all required areas.
• Operate a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data; verify accuracy of entered data and make corrections.

Benefits

• Expected starting salary to be $130,000 to $150,000 depending upon qualifications and experience.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree