Engineering Supervisor - Marietta, United States - Cobb County, GA

Description

Salary :
$90, $120,419.47 AnnuallyLocation : Marietta, GA

Job Type:
Full-Time
Job Number: 03064Department: Department of Transportation (DOT)

Opening Date: 01/10/2024

Closing Date:
Continuous
Grade Code: 117Essential Functions Manages, directs, and evaluates assigned staff.

Develops and oversees employee work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and control; compiles and reviews timesheets; processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate; assists with or completes employee performance appraisals; directs work; and acts as a liaison between employees and management; and trains staff in operations, policies, and procedures.

Organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work.

Prioritizes and schedules work activities to meet objectives; ensures that subordinates have the proper resources needed to complete the assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff to assist with complex/problem situations and provide technical expertise; provides progress and activity reports to management; and assists with the revision of procedure manuals as appropriate.

Develops, plans, and implements short- and long-term goals, objectives, and strategies for the assigned functional area to ensure efficient organization and completion of work; ensures that goals, objectives, and strategies align with legislatively mandated programs; and ensures regulatory compliance.

Develops and manages capital improvement plans and programs for infrastructure projects:
coordinates with department staff to understand needs for infrastructure upgrade and replacement; estimates project costs; and prioritizes projects


Oversees selection of consultants:

provides guidance in development of Scope of Work for professional services agreements; reviews and approves requests for proposals (RFPs) and addendums; acts as technical advisor during evaluation of proposals to ensure compliance with County policy; and reviews agenda items recommending award.

Provides technical support during design:

conducts and/or reviews modeling, planning, and engineering studies in support of project analysis and design; reviews reports detailing the quantitative analysis performed and concluding recommendations; and reviews and verifies engineering calculations and analysis submitted by consultant engineers or internal engineering staff.

Provides technical assistance during bid phase and construction; assists with responding to bidder questions; makes recommendations for awarding contracts; provides guidance with resolving issues that arise during construction; and guides project management staff and consultants to control costs, manage risk, avoid claims, and resolve disputes.

Responsible for updating consultant/engineering agreement template and standard construction documents:

revises documents, as needed, when federal, state, or local regulations or County policies change; ensures insurance requirements are up to date; submits changes to agreement and contract language to County Attorney's Office for approval; and updates technical specifications and standard details.

Manages design, development, construction and/or implementation of complex, multi-year, county-wide projects and programs; establishes projects schedules; reviews reports and designs from consultants; conducts overall project evaluation; coordinates and reviews the work of contracted architects, engineers, county staff and other project service providers; works with contractors to make design modifications necessary to conform with regulatory and project requirements; and approves the designs as appropriate.

Provides technical assistance for coordination between county, state, and/or regional planning and regulatory agencies. Assists in evaluating impact of new regulations and regional plans. Maintains familiarity with state and federal regulations and their impact on county projects and operations.

Receives and responds to concerns, complaints, and inquiries from both internal and external customers; participates in communication and public educational efforts regarding specialty assignment area.

Develops, implements, and monitors division work plan, policies and procedures:

keeps informed of current transit issues and concerns; formulates and develops work methods and practices, policies, services standards, standard operating procedures, training programs, etc.; monitors implementation of work processes, services standards, and policies and procedures by staff and contractors; updates division guidelines according to federal, state, or local rules and regulations; and oversees training programs.

Develops and implements division budget:

determines and recommends operational and capital expenditures, including vehicle and facility replacement and renovation; monitors expenditures to ensure compliance with approved budget; and prepares and maintains related financial documentation and reports.

Administers contracts for equipment, supplies and services:

conducts needs assessments; makes recommendations and assists in determining equipment, supplies, and services outlays; prepares Requests for Proposal (RFP) and writes specifications for transit services, equipment, and supplies; participates in awarding contracts and contract negotiations; monitors contract compliance; reviews and approves invoices; and communicates with vendors and contractors.

Ensures adherence to and enforces established safety policies and procedures; monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of employees and other individual; investigates accidents involving personnel, equipment or property; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations; and ensures personnel comply with drug and alcohol testing requirements.

Performs customer service functions:

receives, responds to, and reviews passenger complaints and issues; provides information and answers questions regarding division policies and procedures, services, etc.; and initiates corrective actions and/or resolves problems.

Performs public relations duties:

represents the division at meetings and public events; interacts with the media, Department Director, County administrators, elected officials, and the public; gives speeches and makes presentations; provides information regarding transit services and programs; participates in various boards and committees; and attends and/or facilitates meetings.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field required; supplemented by ten years of progressively responsible experience in engineering or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Licenses and Certifications Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.

Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Professional Engineer license or be licensed in another state and obtain a Georgia Professional Engineer license within one year.

Physical AbilitiesTasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds).

Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.
Sensory RequirementsSome tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental FactorsEssential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions; fieldwork may expose the incumbent to a variety of hazards related to construction sites.

Periodic project or site visits may expose the incumbent to a variety of hazards consistent with a construction and/or treatment plant site including exposure to traffic and/or environmental conditions associated with water system utilities.

Visit Cobb County's Employee Benefits page to learn more.01 I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position.

Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration.

Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application and/or in a supplemental question response, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Yes No 02 I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the 'Educational History' and 'Work History' sections of the application.

Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.

Yes No 03 Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis? Yes No 04 Educational Background:
Mark the highest level of education you have completed.

High School Diploma or GED Some College Associate Degree Bachelor's Degree Advanced Degree None of the above 05 If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply.

06 Do you have a valid driver's license? Yes No 07 Do you currently possess a valid Georgia Professional Engineer license? Yes, I currently possess a valid Georgia Professional Engineer license.

No, I have a current Professional Engineer license in another state, but I am willing to obtain a Georgia Professional Engineer license within one year.

No, I do not currently possess a Professional Engineer license.

08 How many years of progressively responsible experience do you have in engineering? No experience Less than ten years of experience Ten to twelve years of experience Twelve to fourteen years of experience More than fourteen years of experience 09 Please describe in detail your experience in Engineering.

Enter "N/A" if not applicable. "See resume" will not be accepted.

10 Do you have lead/supervisory experience? Yes No 11 If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to satisfactorily complete the following elements:
a criminal background check and a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) check. Please note that a criminal conviction may not disqualify you from consideration. Are you willing to accept these terms? Yes No Required Question