Enterprise Director Of Capital Projects

The Broward County Public Works Department is seeking qualified candidates for ENTERPRISE DIRECTOR OF CAPITAL PROJECTS - WATER AND WASTEWATER ENGINEERING .

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Job Summary

Water and Wastewater Services is seeking highly qualified candidates for the position of Director, Enterprise of Capital Projects . The Water and Wastewater Services Engineering Division develops and maintains minimum design and construction standards applicable to the Water and Wastewater Services (WWS) potable water distribution system, wastewater collection system and reclaimed water distribution system.

The Director of the Enterprise of Capital Projects Engineering Division performs highly responsible engineering and administrative work in managing the WWS Engineering Division. Works under administrative supervision, developing and implementing programs within organizational policies and reports major activities to executive level administrators through conferences and reports.  Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Administers Broward County's environmental engineering program.

• Directs divisional activities and develops programs, procedures and priorities to meet established goals.

• Supervises and coordinates the planning, design, construction and project management of environmental systems; provides design and construction services on environmental/civil engineering projects through staff effort or consultant services.

• Plans, develops, implements and maintains the capital improvement program; coordinates projects with appropriate federal, state and county agencies and with local municipalities.

• Coordinates and monitors all phases of contract administration; prepares and monitors division operating budget and prepares special reports as required; coordinates construction and inspection of environmental capital improvements through developer agreement projects.

• Attends conferences and public and professional meetings.

• Performs emergency operation functions as needed.

General Description

Provides oversight and management of professional consultants, construction contracts, project management, and directing design development.

Works under administrative supervision, developing and implementing programs within organizational policies and reports major activities to executive level administrators through conferences and reports.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in architecture, engineering, construction management or closely related field.

Requires six (6) years of experience in capital project management, design and engineering based on the area of assignment including four (4) years of supervisory experience.

Special Certifications and Licenses

Possess and maintain registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Florida

Preferences

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering field, and/or Business/Public Administration

• Doctorate degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering field, and/or Business/Public Administration

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Construction Professional in Built Environment Projects (PMI-CP) Certification

• Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Certification

• 6+ years of experience in design, construction, and/or maintenance in water/wastewater utility; and/or 6+ years of experience researching, evaluating and making recommendations regarding legislative and/or regulatory matters affecting the water/wastewater industry.

• 6+ years of experience in master planning of water and wastewater infrastructure; and/or 6+ years of experience negotiating consultant agreements and amendments, and construction contract change orders

• 6+ years of direct supervisory experience over Professional Engineers in the utilities industry

• 6+ years of experience dealing with water and wastewater permit strategy, renewal, modification, and compliance; and/or

• 6+ years of experience dealing with building permit strategy, codes, and compliance.

• 6+ years of experience in governmental contract and procurement; and/or 6+ years of experience in developing, managing, and monitoring an agency or organization's operating and capital budgets

For consideration of international degrees, candidates must have it evaluated by an approved member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), or Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). All associated expenses incurred are the responsibility of the candidate. To access the NACES directory of current members, please visit www.naces.org/members. To access the AICE directory of endorsed members, please visit https://aice-eval.org/endorsed-members. Completed evaluations do not guarantee an offer of employment and are subject to approval by Broward County Human Resources.

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.

Provides overall direction and administration of consultants and contractors for Capital Improvement Program projects for Broward County.

Provides contract administration for engineering and construction activities; develops the scope of services; works with county attorneys with the agreements; negotiates the contract language and fees, and administers the contracts to ensure contract compliance.

Develops the scope of services, works with county attorneys with the agreements, negotiates the contract language and fees, and administers the contracts to ensure contract compliance.

Serves as the chair of committees involved in the selection process, development of the contract language and scope of services, negotiations, and administering the agreement through the execution of the projects.

Develops policy, procedures, and priorities for the implementation of division goals and objectives; represents the division at meetings for responsible agenda items.

Coordinates with the adjacent communities when necessary.

Performs related work as assigned.

Physical Demands

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs light work that involves walking or standing most of the time and involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis, or skill, adeptness and speed in the use of fingers, hands or limbs on repetitive operation of electronic office equipment within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

None.

Competencies

• Business Insight

Applies knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization's goals. Ensures that the team understands and discusses relevant industry changes. Gives strong messages about how people's efforts make a difference to the broader organization.

• Manages Complexity

Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Sees the systematic elements of issues' the major connections, linkages, and interdependencies. Ensures the organization has reliable ways to gather needed information.

• Decision Quality

Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Ensures that people internalize policies and standards and accept full responsibility for their decisions. Confidently makes choices in the best interests of the organization, deals constructively with resistance.

• Balances Stakeholders

Anticipates and balances the needs of multiple stakeholders. Shares stakeholder feedback while inspiring others to consistently seek input and learn from their internal and external stakeholders. Promotes an environment of high ethical standards and cross-cultural sensitivity in working with all stakeholders.

• Plans and Aligns

Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Makes nimble plans accounting for a range of risks and contingencies. Achieves greater cohesion, integration, and alignment between own group and other areas. Both persistent in adversity and nimble in change.

• Ensures Accountability

Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Helps team hold each other accountable for goals, adherence to policies and procedures. Tracks team metrics and milestones, redirecting effort, as necessary, for continued progress.

• Drives Results

Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances. Creates a feeling of energy and an emphasis on excellence in the team, using productive behaviors. Builds a strong sense of urgency to exceed goals and beat deadlines. Ensures that the team pushes through obstacles and establishes a superior track record.

• Develops Talent

Develops people to meet both their career goals and the organization's goals. builds long-term succession for key roles. Builds a learning culture in the team; uses teachable situations to offer insightful coaching. Recommends and facilitates activities and assignments that help people grow.

• Drives Vision and Purpose

Paints a compelling picture of the vision and strategy that motivates others to action. Is a strong champion for the organization's vision; energizes people to commit to this long-term direction. Regularly and enthusiastically describes how people's efforts make a difference.

• Manages Ambiguity

Operates effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear. Sees and seizes possible opportunities in unknown situations. Steers others skillfully with a stabilizing presence and clear targeted coaching in order to make significant progress.

County Core Values

All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.

• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.

• Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.

• Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.

• Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance

Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request.

Emergency Management Responsibilities

Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.

County-wide Employee Responsibilities

All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.

All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.