 Date Posted: July 17, 2007
Job Title: Engineering Manager
Location: Western Carolina Regional Sewer Authority (WCRSA) Greenville, SC
Closing Date: August 10, 2007
Western Carolina Regional Sewer Authority, a special purpose district created for the protection of public health and water resources, is currently seeking an Engineering Manager.
Overview of the position:
The purpose of the position is to direct the activities and employees of the Engineering Department; to oversee and perform professional engineering work in the planning, design, development and implementation of collection system and treatment facility construction, renovation and installation projects to include Alternate Delivery Methods; and to perform related professional, administrative and supervisory work as required. This position plans, organizes and implements major utility programs within major organizational policies, reporting program progress to executive-level administration through reports and conferences. As a member of the senior management team, this position is intimately involved in strategic planning for the utility.
Essential Functions of the Job:
Plans, coordinates and supervises all activities and operations of the Engineering Department, to include utility management functions, such as finance, community relations, and human resources ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures and standards of quality and safety.
Prepares and manages the department’s capital and operating budgets.
Develops, recommends and implements approved five-year and ten-year capital expenditures programs, which include major construction improvements to the collection system and wastewater treatment plants.
Develops and/or approves scopes of work for professional services and is key participant in the selection process.
Directs and provides engineering expertise in the planning, design and project management of the construction, renovation and installation of collection system and treatment facility projects to include Alternate Delivery Methods.
Supervises the work of assigned staff; supervisory duties include instructing, planning and reviewing work, maintaining standards, coordinating activities, allocating personnel, selecting new personnel, providing training, commending good performance, acting on employee problems, and recommending employee discipline and discharge as appropriate.
Reviews the work of subordinates for completeness and accuracy; evaluates and makes recommendations as appropriate; offers training, advice and assistance as needed.
Develops, recommends and implements department policies and procedures.
Develops budgets for approved projects, and closely monitors expenditures to ensure that each project remains within initial proposed budget.
Develops and/or approves surveys, scopes of work, estimates, plans and specifications; researches and requisitions project materials and equipment as needed.
Works with developers and industries to determine sewer availability; coordinates right-of-way and property acquisitions with real estate agents, engineers, property owners and attorneys.
Conducts pre-bid conferences, bid openings and pre-construction conferences; evaluates bid proposals for engineering services and recommends selection.
Manages and monitors the work of outside contractors in the construction/upgrade of wastewater treatment plants and sewer line rehabilitation projects.
Inspects construction work in progress and at completion for compliance with established policies, procedures, regulations, codes, contracts, and standards of quality and safety.
Ensures agency compliance with NPDES schedules and reviews draft NPDES permit limits for reasonableness.
Develops and maintains the agency’s geographic information system (GIS).
Coordinates projects with local, state and federal agencies, contractors, developers, engineers, land surveyors, architects, attorneys, environmental agencies/special interest groups, and other parties as necessary.
Represents the department and agency at various civic, professional and community meetings as required to discuss department programs and projects.
Receives and responds to stakeholder inquiries, concerns, complaints and requests for assistance regarding areas of responsibility.
Education and Experience Requirements:
Requires Bachelor's degree or education and training equivalent to four years of college education in civil engineering or closely related field.
Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
Must possess Professional Engineer registration in the state of South Carolina.
Requires minimum of seven (7) years of engineering experience, with increasing levels of responsibility, two years of which should be in a role supervising the technical work of others.
Experience in utility management functions such as, finance, community relations, human resources and governance is preferred.
Experience with Alternate Delivery Methods for construction is preferred.
How to Apply:
Western Carolina Regional Sewer Authority offers a competitive salary and benefit package. If you are interested in this position, please submit a resume and completed application on-line by Friday, August 10, 2007, at www.wcrsa.org For additional information, please contact Lavada Galloway at hr@wcrsa.org or 864-299-2615. |
