Job Description

PURPOSE

To perform, supervise, and coordinate professional civil or environmental engineering work in the field and office, and to perform related work as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of :

· Modern civil or environmental engineering theories, procedures, practices and methods to solve a wide range of engineering problems

· Negotiation techniques and the competitive bidding process

· Organization and operation of private firms engaged in civil engineering services and facilities construction

· Principles of cost accounting, cost-analysis, and engineering economics

· Mathematical and mechanical principles of hydraulic design

· Familiarity with one or more of the following: hydrologic and hydraulic analysis, open channel and pipe flow, lake and stream water quality issues, earthwork and grading plans, permitting

· Hydrologic and hydraulic modeling experience

· Construction materials and equipment used in the building of facilities and structures

· Sources of civil engineering design information

· District customer service objectives and strategies

· Telephone, office and online etiquette

· Microsoft Office Suite

· Strong computer skills, including word processing and use of spreadsheets, GIS, and CADD software

· Methods and techniques in preparing engineering contract proposals

· Engineering project inspection methods

· Supervision and training principles and methods

· State, federal, and local statues, ordinances, policies, standards, and practices

Skills and Abilities to :

· Identify and define technical and administrative problems, identify and evaluate alternative solutions, and select and implement the best alternative

· Handle sensitive issues with public and/or client engineers’ representatives

· Apply principles of sound design and construction practices

· Use computer software to develop engineering and mathematical analysis for a wide variety of design problems

· Review proposed projects to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements

· Prepare and check engineering designs, details, estimates, plans, and specifications

· Prepare technical correspondence and engineering reports relating to assigned construction projects

· Communicate effectively both, formally and informally, in oral and written form with a variety of individuals and groups representing diverse cultures and backgrounds.

· Function calmly in situations which require a high degree of sensitivity, tact and diplomacy

· Establish effective working relationships with management, employees, municipal and industrial customers and the public representing diverse cultures and backgrounds

· Treat District employees, representatives of outside agencies, municipal and industrial customers and members of the public with courtesy and respect

· Exercise appropriate judgment in answering questions and releasing information; analyze and project consequences of decisions and/or recommendations

· Organize and maintain project documentation

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Degree from an ABET accredited program in Civil or Environmental Engineering or similar engineering field.
• Passed Fundamentals Exam (FE).
• Experience in water treatment design is desirable.

LICENCES, CERTIFICATIONS, REGISTRATIONS

• Valid Texas Class C driver’s license, which must be maintained throughout employment with San Patricio Mun. Water District. May be required to use personal vehicle.
• Registration by the State of Texas as an Engineer-in-Training, or Professional Engineer.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

General :

1. Prepares technical and engineering correspondence and reports.

2. Provides technical expertise on matters pertaining to policies, procedures, practices, standards and District position on pending discretionary actions regarding public and private agencies, customers and individuals.

3. Plans, organizes, and coordinates resources assigned to best accomplish the assigned functions within budget and at maximum effectiveness.

4. Assures the enforcement of appropriate District policies.

5. Recommends selection and fee negotiations to provide competent, cost-effective consultants.

6. Prepares engineering documents including drawings, contract proposals, material lists, and specifications for a wide variety of projects.

7. Reviews and checks designs, calculations, contractors’ shop drawings, and engineering drawings for construction, repair, and maintenance projects.

8. Selects and uses computer software to develop engineering and mathematical analysis of design problems in hydraulics and hydrology, water distribution and rehabilitation studies, and water quality design standard determinations.

9. Reviews proposed projects to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

10. Directs field crews engaged in a variety of engineering construction, maintenance, and repair activities on projects.

11. Examines and checks plans and specifications for compliance with various codes and TCEQ regulations to assure good practices and to determine errors in design or construction.

12. Establishes design requirements/standards for permit applications and assures proper engineering practices.

13. Provides interpretations of Federal and State laws, County ordinances and District polices.

14. May supervise technical staff when serving as a project engineer.

15. Provides responsive, high-quality service to District employees, representatives of outside agencies, private industry and municipal customers, and members of the public by providing accurate, complete and up-to-date information in a courteous, efficient and timely manner.

16. Other related duties as assigned by General Manager or Senior Engineer.

Construction Management :

1. Reviews, checks and approves Inspector’s reports, progress pay estimates, contract change orders, and other documents related to construction contracts.

2. Performs independent quality assurance (Q/A) review of contractor’s work. Ensures the enforcement of permit requirements on construction.

3. Coordinates and performs constructability reviews of plans and specifications for future construction projects.

4. Investigates the merit of contractors’ requests for additional compensation for contract change orders, dispute items and claims. Investigates, analyzes and negotiates contractors’ claims.

5. Promotes safety, conducts and documents safety meetings with all staff.

6. Serves as District representative in charge of managing moderate to large District construction projects.

7. Assists in construction contracts and purchases orders including initiation, investigation, negotiation, and contract change orders.

8. Assists in pre-construction conference(s) and coordinates the start of project work.

9. Inspects work in progress for quality assurance and adherence to contract plans and specifications; interprets plan and specifications to contractors; and assists in construction meetings.

10. Coordinates and oversees sampling and testing of materials incorporated into the work.

11. Monitors, verifies, makes field measurements, prepares quantity calculations, and prepares progress payment sheets for various items of work and change orders for purposes of authorizing payments. 

12. Initiates, prepares, organizes and maintains a record of required project reports, inspection reports, and weekly statement of working days, correspondence, and progress photos. Also, maintains and organizes required project reports, pay authorizations, correspondence, and other required project documentation.

13. Works with GIS staff to incorporate additional infrastructure into the company GIS system (photos, plans, locations, etc.)

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to use hand and fingers to grasp, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; move neck upward and downward for activities such as use of computer, copier and printer. The employee is frequently required to stand, sit, walk, walk over uneven ground/surfaces, climb, stoop, bend, kneel, crawl, and balance. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Occasionally, must have the ability to remain alert and in control for long periods of time due to emergency situations.

CLOSING STATEMENT

• Selected applicants must be able to pass a background investigation and a pre-employment drug test.
• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the San Patricio Municipal Water District.
• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the general public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services.

The above information is not intended to be interpreted as a complete inventory of the job duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required by the employee in this position. Its aim is to give the general nature and level of work to be performed by the employee assigned to this job title.

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