Director - Engineering / Plants & Major Projects

4 weeks ago


San Antonio TX, United States Government Jobs Full time

Application and resume review will begin as soon as possible with scheduled interviews to follow.Salary starts at $126,694.00. Rate of pay depends upon qualifications.  Job DescriptionJOB SUMMARYThe Director - Engineering is responsible for planning, developing, organizing, and directing the department engaged in the design and construction of the Capital Improvement Program and associated projects related to water, wastewater, and recycled water facilities and infrastructure. The Director - Engineering oversees the execution of design and construction of projects, provides senior leadership, and utilizes project and program management skills for the successful implementation of projects as part of the annual Capital Improvement Program.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSAll SpecialtiesForecasts, allocates, monitors, and supervises the human, physical, and financial resources for the assigned area to support the engineering implementation of the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and associated projects. Forecasts and maintains department budget. Supervises, selects, develops, trains, mentors, evaluates, and determines compensation of personnel.Reviews design projects using technical knowledge, experience, and skill to develop and participate in conceptual planning, final design, and construction for SAWS programs; develops and prioritizes CIP through interaction and communication with other departments, internal groups, and other public agencies.Applies technical, managerial, and negotiation skills to ensure the successful completion of CIP projects; applies and interprets engineering principles and practices as they relate to design, construction, and implementation of water, wastewater, and recycled water projects; applies accepted business management and public administration principles and practices.Prepares Board items, project briefings, and makes presentations to Senior SAWS Staff, Executive Management, SAWS Board of Trustees, City Council Members, City Senior Staff, general public, stakeholders, and outside entities on proposed CIP and other projects to ensure that SAWS goals are met.Develops and monitors measures to analyze processes and based on interpreted results acts to refine the processes to improve department's and/ or SAWS' initiatives overall efficiency.Develops policy recommendations for consideration by SAWS executive staff and SAWS Board of Trustees.Develops, recommends, and implements departmental policies and procedures.Demonstrates a continuous effort to stay informed on new regulations, innovations, computer technological advancements in design, and trends in the water and wastewater industry.Performs other duties as assigned.InfrastructureDevelops the infrastructure master plans, coordinates development of long-range capital plans, participates in conceptual planning efforts, and supports development engineering and other departments and groups across SAWS.Water / Wastewater - Production and TreatmentProvides oversight and direction for programs devoted to the operation, maintenance, design, and planning related to water treatment systems, wastewater treatment systems, potable water systems, lift stations, recycled water, collection systems, and water distribution systems.Interviews, contracts, and manages consultants and contractors to design and build system improvements.Examines and evaluates complex data and prepares reports for various regulatory agencies.Serves as SAWS representative with federal and state regulators.Manages emergency projects to ensure service, system, and budget integrity.Applies and interprets principles and practices, theories, laws, procedures, and terminology specific to Engineering and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems.DECISION MAKINGEngineering Director works under limited supervision.Full supervisory – recommends hiring/firing, schedules work, disciplines, develops, trains, and mentors.Responsible for development and oversight of department budget.Takes individual initiative in planning and performing work for months at a time.Supervises 20 employees directly or indirectly.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSBachelor's Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering or related field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency.Eight years' experience with engineering programs in water, wastewater, and/or reuse water utilities or related work including five years of experience supervising personnel.Licensed as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas or must obtain within 6 months of employment if licensed in another state.Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSMaster's Degree in appropriate field.JOB DIMENSIONSContact with internal and external customers, consultants, vendors, contractors, governmental agencies, Executive Management, and the Board of Trustees.Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing.Responsible for operational budget of $1 to $4 million.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONSWorking conditions are primarily in an office environment with occasional visits to field environment.May work hours other than normal working hours on occasion.Job DetailsSalary$126,694.00 - $226,835.00 AnnuallyLocation


San Antonio, TXJob TypeFull TimeJob Number2024-00103DepartmentEngineering and ConstructionOpening Date05/03/2024Closing Date6/30/2024 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)Agency infoAgencySan Antonio Water SystemWebsiteAddress
2800 U.S. Hwy. 281 N.

San Antonio, Texas, 78212



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