Civil Engineering Manager

CIVIL / Jurisdiction ENGINEERING MANAGER

Under administrative direction, of the Regional Vice President Civil Engineering Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, managing staff and delivering quality product and services to jurisdictional and private sector clients.

Civil / Jurisdictional Engineering Manager, to oversee a team that supports planning, design review, construction, inspections and client consulting as it relates to grading, stormwater, roadways, jurisdiction related public work projects (i.e. landfill, water, wastewater, transportation facilities).

Civil / Jurisdictional Engineering Manager oversees full scope of professional civil engineering/land surveying work in the field and in the office; prepare documents, plans and supports plan review of construction documents and specifications of client projects / review work prepared by others.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This level is distinguished from Senior Engineer by the oversight of all matters pertaining to engineering and engineering judgement. Positions in this class provide directions to engineering staff and may be tasked to support clients in the capacity of City/County Engineer.

REPORTS TO

Regional Vice President; The Civil / Jurisdictional Engineering Manager is the highest authority for all matters pertaining to operation of the Civil Engineering Group.

SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITES

Provides training and work direction too engineering staff.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Plans, organizes, directs and manages the functions and activities of the Civil team.
• Develops and implements goals, objectives, and priorities.
• Provides administrative direction and oversight for Civil / Municipal staff.
• Develops and administers project budgets; formulates project development and review hours.
• Oversees the planning, design, plan reviews and inspections related to Civil projects.
• Directs and coordinates the work of engineering consultants.
• Oversees the project management of projects including inspection, specifications, cost control, and time requirements.
• Oversees the checking of survey, parcel, and final maps for compliance with applicable laws, ordinances, and established survey practices.
• Oversees and Supports the review of land development and grading permits.
• Contract preparation and review,
• Site suitability studies, and
• Review of legal descriptions of real property.
• Reviews and participates in the preparation of environmental assessments.
• Prepares highly complex and technical reports.
• Documents policies and procedures
• Establishes appropriate engineering standards for jurisdiction infrastructure.
• Attends, makes presentations, and facilitates internal and external meetings as needed.
• May represent the jurisdiction / clients at meetings related to engineering issues.

Typical Physical Requirements
Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; ability to walk on slippery and uneven

terrain; sufficient manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination to operate office and field

engineering equipment.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in both office and outdoor environments, some exposure to variances

in temperature and weather conditions; continuous contact with staff and the public.

Desirable Qualifications
Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, and methods of Civil Engineering and Land Surveying as applied to the design, acquisition, construction and knowledge of roadway and bridges.
• Construction methods, materials, and equipment.
• Proper inspection methods and procedures.
• Principles of project development and coordination.
• Use of computers and computer applications related to engineering/surveying work.
• AutoCAD programs and applications.
• State Subdivision Map Act, Professional Engineers Act, and Land Surveyors Act.
• ArcMap GIS program and applications.
• Floodplain Management (Certified Floodplain Manager - CFM)
• Stormwater Quality (Qualified SWPPP Developer/Practitioner – QSD/QSP)
• Provide supervision, training, and work evaluation for assigned staff and build staff morale.
• Direct and oversee a wide scope of complex professional engineering and construction, surveying programs and projects.
• Knowledge of Floodplain management and storm water quality systems.
• Experience with survey, parcel, and final maps for compliance with applicable laws, ordinances, and established survey practices
• Knowledge of Floodplain management and storm water quality systems.
• Direct the preparation of and prepare clear, concise reports and presentations.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Training And Experience
Any combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities might be: Broad and extensive engineering experience in planning, development, construction and maintenance of roads bridges, and other transportation facilities.

Advanced educational/training in civil engineering.

Demonstrated examples of successful public works project planning, design, construction, and close-out.

Special Requirements

• Registered Civil Engineer (PE) or Registered Land Surveyor in the State of California.
• A bachelor's or master's degree from an accredited US college or university, in planning, engineering, public or business administration, public works management or related field is preferred and (5) years of progressively responsible experience in public works management and program and budgetary planning is required.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.