Engineering Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

1st Review of application: week of October 14, 2024 

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JOB SUMMARY

To plan, organize, direct and review the activities and operations of the Engineering Department including planning, design and construction of water treatment, conveyance/distribution systems and related facilities, technical engineering support, project coordination, construction inspection, and engineering records; to plan, organize, and direct the District’s grant writing program from identification of possible opportunities through post-award management; to coordinate assigned activities with other departments and outside agencies; and to provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the General Manager/CEO and Assistant General Manager/COO.

 Supervision Received and Exercised

• Receives administrative direction from the General Manager/CEO and Assistant General Manager/COO.
• Exercises direct supervision over assigned supervisory and technical staff.

 Examples of Duties:

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

•  Develop, plan, and implement department goals and objectives; recommend and administer policies and procedures. 
• Coordinate department activities with those of other departments and outside agencies and organizations; provide staff assistance to the Board of Directors, General Manager/CEO, and Assistant General Manager/COO; prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence. 
• Direct, oversee and participate in the development of the department’s work plan; assign work activities, projects, and programs; monitor workflow; review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures. 
• Supervise and participate in the development and administration of the Engineering Department budget; direct the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, supplies, and services; monitor and approve expenditures; implement mid-year adjustments.
• Select, train, motivate and evaluate personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; implement discipline procedures; maintain discipline and high standards necessary for the efficient and professional operation of the department. 
• Provide oversight and review of technical reports, designs, and approval/acceptance; assess design plans and specifications relative to District infrastructure. 
• Research and prepare highly complex engineering technical and administrative reports and studies. 
• Negotiate and oversee administration of contracts with engineering consultants and construction contractors. 
• Represent the department to outside groups and organizations; participate in outside community and professional groups and committees; provide technical assistance as necessary. 
• Research and prepare technical and administrative reports and studies; prepare written correspondence as necessary. 
• Ensure accurate, timely, efficient, and transparent process for the entire grant life cycle, from proposal to close. This entails pre-award management, tracking payments, reviewing, or producing relevant reports, monitoring and post-award management. 
• Develop and maintain all grant agreements and MOUs pertaining to grant awards. 
• Oversee District’s grant making process including all grant administration policies, systems, and documentation to ensure compliance, incorporate best practices, and ensure controls. 
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other District employees and the public using principles of good customer service. 
• Perform related duties as assigned.

 Typical Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

 Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of water utility operations and related facilities.
• Principles and practices of civil engineering as applied to the planning, design, construction, installation, and inspection of a variety of water utility facilities.
• Principles and practices of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
• Principles and practices of grant administration.
• Principles and practices of leadership, motivation, team building and conflict resolution.
• Pertinent local, State and Federal laws, rules, and regulations.
• Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs.
• Principles and practices of organization, administration, and personnel management.
• Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.

 

Ability to:

• Plan, direct, and control the administration and operations of the Engineering Department.
• Plan and administrate all aspects of the grant process.
• On a continuous basis, analyze budget and technical reports; interpret and evaluate staff reports and related documents; know and interpret laws, regulations, codes, and procedures; observe performance and evaluate staff; problem solve department related issues; and explain and interpret policy.
• Prepare and administer department budgets.
• Develop and implement department policies and procedures.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned personnel.
• Gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion.
• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.
• Interpret and apply District and department policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• May occasionally perform field site visits. 
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

 

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

 

Experience

Ten years of increasingly responsible experience in engineering/grant management related to water utility operations including five years of administrative and management responsibility.  

 

Training

The required qualification is to possess a Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering.

License and Certificate

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver’s License.
• Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Professional Engineer issued by the California State Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists. Current out of state Professional Engineer Certificate holders must obtain the California Professional Engineer Certificate within 6 months from time of appointment.

 Supplemental Information:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in preparing statistical reports and data using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near vision in reading correspondence, statistical data and using a computer. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service. The need to lift, drag, and push files, paper, and documents weighing up to 25 pounds also is required. In addition, this position works in all weather conditions, including hot, wet, and cold with extreme sun exposure. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.

 

Approved: April 26, 2021