W​/Ww Engineering Manager; Doq

Salary

$135,000 - $175,000 Annually, Depending on Qualifications

This is a professional position responsible for managing, overseeing, developing, and directing the activities and operations of the W/WW Engineering Department and staff.

Develop and implement long-range and short-range plans for the water & wastewater utility system. Conduct long & short-range master plan studies for water and wastewater utility systems. Manage the development and implementation of technically complex engineering projects in a timely and cost-effective manner. Review and approve engineering designs, reports, plans, and specifications for major projects. Coordinate inter-departmental project teams and schedules.

Certify material and construction standards. Supervise and/or conduct water & wastewater system analysis or water pressure simulations and analysis as needed and as required. Develop and equitably enforce the company’s utility service policies. Represent the company at national and statewide organizations as permissible. Complete other job duties assigned.

Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities, including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and disciplinary action for all assigned personnel. May assume the duties and responsibilities of the assigned director or another member of management in their absence.

• Principles and practices applied in the planning and forecasting of public utilities systems.
• Fundamental and applied forecasting, planning, and economics as applied to public utilities.
• Water and wastewater rate design, policies and structures and cost of service studies.
• Planning, locating, designing, and constructing of public utilities engineering projects.
• Fundamental and applied engineering science, particularly as applied to civil engineering.
• Strong oral and written communication skills in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
• Use of engineering instruments and mathematical tables and charts.
• Develop, organize and manage work of personnel assigned to design, operation, construction, maintenance, and repair of projects.
• Make engineering computations and design difficult engineering projects.
• Comprehend and prepare clear and concise technical reports.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers.

Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering field from an Accredited Board for Engineering & Technology (ABET) accredited university and eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in public utilities engineering or a related area.

An equivalent combination of appropriate education, relevant experience, and applicable industry certifications may substitute for the experience requirement.

Requires a valid Texas Driver License or receipt of a valid Texas Driver’s License within 90 days of relocation to Texas and a safe driving record, as measured by company policy.

A Professional Engineer license in Texas is required. Professional Engineer license from other jurisdictions providing comity with Texas may be allowed; however, candidate must acquire a Texas Professional Engineer license within 12 months in order to remain in the position.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in a normal office environment with some field exposure to outdoor temperatures and traffic conditions. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.