Bexar County (Tx) San Antonio , TX 78245
Posted 2 weeks ago
Summary
Under direction, supervises professional and technical employees in the development, design, construction and maintenance of public works projects.
Working Location: 1948 Probandt St.
Duties and Responsibilities
Prepares technical reports and reviews comments regarding engineering studies, construction plans and specifications; conducts field investigations to evaluate engineering problems and recommends solutions
Reviews plans, studies, reports, and permits for compliance with the appropriate code and engineering design standards
Reviews design plans, project specifications and cost estimates; attends review meetings and identifies and solves design problems
Coordinates development of project designs with contractors, utility companies, land owner, developers, governmental agencies and the general public
Provides information regarding drainage/flood plain issues, roadway plans, traffic studies/warrants and subdivision platting to County personnel and the general public
Advises other Public Works sections on matters related to technical engineering issues
Assists with the preparation of the division budget
Supervises staff in the development, design, construction and maintenance of public works projects to include subdivision platting and development and flood plain management
Prepares technical reports and reviews comments regarding engineering studies, construction plans and specifications flood plain management and subdivision plats
Conducts field investigations to evaluate drainage/flood plain problems and engineering problems and recommends solutions
Reviews flood plain studies, Phase II Storm Water Permits, Post Construction Storm Water Evaluations and Permits, subdivision plats and engineering designs for compliance with the County Subdivision Regulations, the County Flood Prevention Court Order the County Regulations for Stormwater Pollution Prevention, TxDOT Design and Bridge Manuals, AASHTO Design Manual, and the City of San Antonio Unified Development Code, to make recommendations for acceptance
Provides information regarding drainage/flood plain issues, roadway plans, traffic studies/warrants and subdivision platting to County personnel and the general public
Interacts with general public related to concerns with drainage, storm water pollution, and flood plain development
Make recommendations to revise current County Court Orders and City Ordinances and to coordinate recommended changes with contractors, utility companies, land owner, developers, governmental agencies and the general public
Performs related duties as required
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related engineering discipline, and four (4) years' practical engineering experience including two (2) years' civil engineering experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Must be a Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Texas or obtain within the first six months of employment
Must have a valid Class C Texas driver's license
Considerable knowledge of civil engineering practices and procedures involving traffic, roadway and bridge plan design and /or flood plain management
Skill in managing multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to supervise technical and skilled employees; ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; ability to operate personal computer, peripherals, cellular phone and basic office equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, Elected/Appointed Officials, outside agencies, the news media and the general public
Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance
Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test
May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek
Working Environment and Physical Demands:
Frequently working in indoor conditions
Occasionally performs field visits to access flood plains before and after land development under various environmental conditions and terrain
Constantly moves items weighing up to 15 pounds
Occasionally moves objects weighing up to 50 pounds
Occasionally moves about the office
Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
Positions self to perform essential functions
Must be able to remain in a stationary position
Supplemental Information
Workstations with internet access are available, if needed, to view job postings and apply online at 211 S Flores, San Antonio, TX 78204, 8am - 5pm, Monday through Friday. Phone: 210-335-2545.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.
We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enableindividualswith disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Bexar County (Tx)