City of San AntonioUnder administrative direction, is responsible for overseeing engineering work directing the activities of a division which provides a broad range of management, contract administration, and architectural/engineering services in the development and implementation of Capital Improvement Projects.
Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.
This position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.
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Develops administrative and operational plans in conjunction with the department director to accomplish completion of engineering project as efficiently as possible.
Formulates overall capital projects implementation strategy.
Prepares project status reports based on team reports and feedback.Compiles construction data and coordinates with City Public Service, San Antonio Water System, and public, private, and franchised utility companies to expedite the relocation of utilities.
Establishes priorities and goals for engineering project teams and projects.
Visits project job sites, reviews contractor job progress, and ensures compliance with engineering plans and standards.
Provides engineering expertise to resolve construction related conflicts and disputes.
Prepares budget input data for assigned engineering projects and proposals.Prepares council agenda items (i.e., proposal acceptance, services contracts, additional fees, construction contract award, field alterations, additional construction funds, railroad, and State Highway agreements).
Initiates and revises project cost data reports and approves payments to consultants, contractors, etc.
Prepares and submits bond fund sale and CDBG fund needs and status of funds.
Initiates interest statement packages, monitors Architect/Engineer contract schedules and maintains Architect/Engineer master lists.
Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required and as directed.
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited college, university or engineering school approved by a State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers
No substitution for education allowed.Six (6) years of increasingly responsible experience in engineering, to include two (2) years of experience in municipal public works projects.
Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
Licensed to practice engineering in the State of Texas as a Professional Engineer.
OR Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) from another state with the ability to obtain a P.E. license in the State of Texas within 6 months.
Experience with City of San Antonio Public Works projects desired.
Excellent communicator, experience speaking with all levels of management and high-profile stakeholders.
Five (5) years+ experience supervising and managing multiple or large teams.
Five (5) years+ experience working with complex municipal or governmental projects.
Experience working with multiple utility and outside agencies.
Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job.
One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification.
Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Knowledge of construction management and sequencing of engineering, utilities, right of way, and construction activities
Knowledge of engineering principles and practices as applied to municipal public work projects
Knowledge of current practices for engineering design and cost estimating related to public work projects
Knowledge of professional service and construction contracts (i.e., architectural, engineering, highway, and building)
Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management
Knowledge of principles of accounting
Knowledge of City standards and specifications related to construction
Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs
Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public
Ability to determine the amount, type, and cost of items involved completing additional work to ensure a fair and equitable price is paid for additional work
Ability to identify and resolve problems
Ability to negotiate acceptable solutions
Ability to formulate, analyze, and interpret construction progress schedules
Ability to read and interpret construction plans
Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations
Ability to work primarily in an office environment
Benefits Information The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce.
To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.
For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:
Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits. Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.
Additional Information The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation.
All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.
If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs.
Our telephone number is and our fax number is
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Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?
Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.
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Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?
No
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Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SARTW) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?
Yes - SA Ready to Work
Yes - Train for Jobs SA
Yes - Both Programs
No
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Do you have a Bachelor's Degree or higher in Engineering from an accredited college, university, or engineering school approved by a State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers?
No
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What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?
High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university
90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
Master's Degree from an accredited college or university
PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
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Do you have a Licensed to practice engineering in the State of Texas as a Professional Engineer OR Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) from another state with the ability to obtain a P.E.
license in the State of Texas within 6 months of employment?
I am Licensed to practice engineering in the State of Texas as a Professional Engineer
I am a Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) from another state with the ability to obtain a P.E. license in the State of Texas within 6 months of employment
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How many years of experience do you have in engineering?
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How many years of experience do you have in municipal public works projects?
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Do you have a valid Driver's License?
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What branch of engineering is your degree?
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How many years of experience do you have supervising and managing multiple or large teams?
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How many years of experience do you have working with multiple utility and outside agencies?
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Describe in detail an engineering project you led that involved extensive stakeholder communication and multiple agency coordination. What were your biggest challenges and the steps you utilized to overcome those challenges? If you do not have relevant experience, enter "N/A".
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Tell me a time when you had to communicate effectively with high-profile stakeholders or senior executives, and how you prepared for the interaction? If you do not have related experience, enter "N/A".
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I acknowledge that this position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission.
This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.
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I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at or I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.
I acknowledge.
Mid-Senior level
Full-time
Project Management and Information Technology
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