Civil Engineering Director

6 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago Full time
Job Summary

The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago is seeking a highly skilled Senior Civil Engineer - Waterways to join our team. As a key member of our Waterways Control Section, you will be responsible for overseeing the design, preparation, and administration of contract plans, specifications, and cost estimates for waterway facilities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Administer the design and preparation of contract plans, specifications, and cost estimates for waterway facilities.
  • Monitor and inspect District construction activities and materials for conformance with established criteria.
  • Coordinate the resolution of construction problems and administer the investigation of construction claims.
  • Oversee the Waterways Control Section, supervising all canal operations, debris removal, water quality monitoring, and two-way radio communications throughout the District.
  • Coordinate the preparation of technical studies and reports to evaluate process and/or equipment feasibility and the application of alternative technology to District facilities and procedures.
  • Oversee the preparation of budget documentation and the monitoring of expenditures.
  • Direct the procurement of right-of-way easements and permits, and oversee surveying and mapping operations.
  • Coordinate with design, construction, maintenance, and operations personnel, regulatory agencies, labor organizations, and developers in accomplishing the operating and engineering contract objectives of the District.
  • Present recommendations regarding strategic planning and oversee the implementation and maintenance of computer technologies.
  • Assign, supervise, and review work, ensuring staff compliance with district policies and procedures, including Personnel Rules and Administrative Procedures.
Requirements
  • Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Illinois.
  • Graduation from a four-year accredited college or university majoring in chemical, civil, environmental, sanitary, or structural engineering.
  • Eight years of full-time, post-degree civil engineering experience, with four years of this experience in work related to the District's activities, three years of experience in the supervision of degreed engineers, and one year in an administrative capacity.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Full-time graduate study in the designated fields of engineering may be substituted for the required non-specialized experience on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two years.
  • Civil service status in one of the foregoing classifications.
Working Conditions

The work environment is typical of an office setting, with occasional exposure to construction activities and heavy equipment. The ability to work in a variety of weather conditions and to travel to different locations within the District is required.



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