Supervising Engineer

Posting Title Supervising Engineer Job Requisition Number COA091582 Position Number 112766 Job Type Full-Time Division Name Av

• Planning & Development Minimum Qualifications

Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering, plus eight (8) years of related experience acquired before and/or after licensing as a professional engineer, including two (2) years of which were in a lead or supervisory capacity.

Licenses or Certifications:

Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Texas; or if currently licensed in another state, must have the ability to obtain a Texas P.E. license within six (6) months of employment.

Notes to Applicants

POSITION OVERVIEW

Under nominal direction, this position is accountable for managing or supervising and implementing engineering functions of a major division including budgeting, staffing, development of policies and procedures, and providing support to accomplish overall goals and objectives of AUS. Specifies or advises on regulatory requirements, design standards, and related issues for design criteria. Reviews work of consulting Architecture and Engineering (A/E) firms, including preliminary and final designs to ensure conformance with AUS Design Standards to ensure front-end cost and quality control. Reviews construction progress reports, shop drawings, material lists, and samples. Confers with designer on contractor-submitted items to ensure design intent is accomplished and meets AUS Design Standards. Ability to apply engineering disciplines to review, coordinate, and advise on designs of infrastructure projects and programs. Represent the Design Management team as a stakeholder for projects involving design, building code regulations, site plan regulations, facilities improvements, and passenger experience to support the Airport and its operation. Coordinates and/or performs tasks related to the programming phase of the project (planning and preliminary design/concepts): identifies user needs and requirements; confers with all appropriate parties to solicit input and feedback; develops cost projections, specifications, project budgets, and schedules; and assists in approval of projects. Monitors projects for regulatory compliance.

ASSESSMENT

A skills assessment will be required for this position.

TRAVEL:

If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

• A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position.

• Please list your complete employment history, to include all job duties, responsibilities and employment dates on your online application.

• The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (i.e., "see resume" or "see LinkedIn profile").

• Resumes will not be used to qualify for the position and will not be used to recommend salary.

• Supplemental information or changes to your application will not be accepted after the job posting closes.

• The responses to the supplemental questions inquiring about experience should be reflected on your application.

VETERAN

Veteran candidates will be required to provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of interview.

CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORDS CHECK

The top candidate will be subject to a minimum 10 year criminal background check and security threat assessment.

GOOD STANDING - DEPARTMENT/DIVISION EMPLOYEES

Employees, in good standing, who are candidates within the department/division that the position resides in and who meet the minimum and preferred qualifications (if any) of the position will be included in the initial interview. Department/division employees must remain in good standing through the top candidate selection phase at which time the good standing status will be re-verified.

LANGUAGE

Must have the ability to read, write, and fluently speak in English.

WORK HOURS

Shift may change according to departmental needs; work hours may include after hours, holidays, and weekend work.

DEPARTMENT MAY CLOSE THIS JOB POSTING AT ANY TIME AFTER 7 DAYS.

Pay Range

$51.07 - $67.04

Hours

8:00 a.m.

• 5:00 p.m.

Hours may change depending on departmental needs.

Work hours may include after-hours, holidays, and weekend

work.

Job Close Date 05/20/2024 Type of Posting External Department Aviation Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location Austin Bergstrom International Airport Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Design Management.

• Experience reviewing plans and specifications, change orders, and estimates.

• Ability to travel to more than one work location.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Provides technical advice and direction to internal and external customers. Manages, coordinates, implements, or monitors projects or programs, including the review of plans and development proposals for impacts related to project or program. Recommends revisions and permit requirements to mitigate negative impacts of development and assures plans conform to City policies. Resolves conflicts in difficult situations.

• Develops, manages, and monitors the budget of projects. Assists in developing, managing, and submitting proposed budget forecast planning for short- and long-term City planning.

• Develops and implements standard operating procedures, policies, codes, and ordinances by applying advanced technical knowledge and applying changes to meet departmental business goals and objectives. Monitors projects for regulatory compliance.

• Develops and evaluates a variety of projects, programs, or plans. Develops long- and short-term planning and strategies for programs.

• Develops design criteria. Reviews or approves plans and specifications, change orders, and estimates.

• Negotiates contract terms, fees, and scope of contract including reviewing monthly progress reports, verifying final quantities and costs, compiling requisite documentation, reviewing change orders, and auditing as-built records. Acts as a liaison among consultants, contractors, subcontractors, manufacturers, fabricators, suppliers, and the City. Negotiates problems of changes, errors, or deficiencies and ensures compliance with project specifications and requirements.

• Attends meetings and conducts presentations to City Council, boards and commissions, and other related agencies. Coordinates and cooperates with other agencies, departments, divisions, and private utilities involved in or affected by project(s).

• Interacts with internal and external customers to assess needs by responding to inquiries from the public and other departments about the process, requirements, and procedures of the development process. Investigates and resolves complaints from the public.

• Reviews and evaluates technical and management audits.

• Develops training and team building programs by determining business needs and scope of work performed by personnel and implementing programs.

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of supervisory and/or management skills to programs, projects, and personnel.

• Knowledge of diversified and fundamental scientific and civil engineering concepts, phenomena, and relationships and utilizes such changes in solution of theoretical or practical civil engineering problems.

• Knowledge of advanced mathematical techniques such as trigonometry, calculus, and coordinate geometry.

• Knowledge of modern methods, materials, and techniques of assigned discipline.

• Knowledge of one or more of the following disciplines: Civil, Environmental, Structural, Architectural, Mechanical, and/or Electrical engineering terminology and techniques.

• Knowledge of City of Austin budget planning, purchasing, and contract policies and procedures.

• Knowledge of applicability of established engineering principles and methods.

• Knowledge of phases of the plans review and inspections processes.

• Knowledge of preparation of cost estimates and engineering and feasibility reports.

• Knowledge of regulatory requirements within the Local and State ordinances and laws.

• Skill in oral and written technical or general communication including preparation of written reports.

• Skill in negotiations and handling conflict resolution.

• Ability to rapidly and accurately perform more complex engineering computations, calculus, geometry, and trigonometry.

• Ability to communicate and provide direction to peers and assigned personnel.

• Ability to organize, analyze, interpret, and evaluate scientific civil engineering problems and provide practical and cost effective solutions.

• Ability to observe, compare, or monitor objects and data to determine compliance with prescribed operating or safety standards.

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA

City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.