Manager Of Engineering & Construction

Manager of Engineering and Constructions

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Under general direction, the Manager of Engineering & Construction performs professional engineering work with considerable emphasis on the planning, design, and oversight of City infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include managing capital improvement projects; supervising engineering and construction activities; preparing and reviewing plans, specifications, schedules, and cost estimates; and providing technical guidance to City officials (e.g. Mayor, Administrator, Dept. Manager, Council Members, etc.).

Work involves significant coordination with other departments, consultants, contractors, and the public.

• Lead the planning, design, review, and oversight of City infrastructure projects, including roads, drainage, sanitary sewer, and water systems; prepare and evaluate construction plans, specifications, cost estimates, and bid documents.
• Review engineering designs from private engineers for compliance with City standards; interpret plans and specifications for contractors and City staff.
• Conduct pre-construction estimates, maintain cost records, and direct studies of existing and proposed infrastructure to recommend improvements.
• Maintain and update as-built drawings, maps, and engineering records; manage the utility permit program and provide information on existing utility locations.
• Oversee construction activities to ensure compliance with approved plans, schedules, and budgets; review paving and drainage plans for required adjustments or utility relocations.
• Assist in developing and monitoring the City’s annual and five-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), operational budgets, and capital budgets.
• Prepare reports, summaries, recommendations, and presentations for City leadership; attend City Council and public meetings to explain projects and address concerns, where applicable.
• Coordinate with the City Administrator, Mayor, City Council, other departments, external agencies, consultants, contractors, and the public; respond to inquiries and complaints.
• Plan, assign, and direct the work of engineering and construction staff; provide leadership, training, performance evaluation, and oversight of consultants and contractors.

Responsible for staff in Engineering division including other city engineering and technical assistants.

• Comprehensive knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices, and methods.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local regulations related to public works construction.
• Ability to plan, manage, and evaluate multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Strong project management skills, including consultant and contractor oversight.
• Ability to analyze and assess programs, policies, and operational needs.
• Skill in preparing clear and concise reports, budgets, and presentations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with elected officials, staff, contractors, and the public.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the organization.
• Ability to effectively work with and promote a harmonious working environment with City administrators, mayors, council, departments, and citizens; work amicably as a team to accomplish assignments and goals.
• Develop and administer departmental goals, objectives, and procedures.
• Analyze and assess programs, policies, and operational needs and make appropriate adjustments.
• Identify and respond to sensitive community and organizational issues, concerns, and needs.
• Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the work of lower level staff.
• Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports and budgets.
• Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers or citizens.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those connected in your course of work.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field.
• Ten (10) to fifteen (15) years of progressively responsible civil engineering, mechanical engineering or project management related experience, including three (3) years relevant supervisory experience.
• Post-graduate degree (e.g., technical, business related) may be substituted for up to three (3) years of experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain license within two (2) to three (3) years, preferred.
• Valid Louisiana Driver’s License.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms,…