Capital Projects - Infrastructure Director, G28, Engineering Department

Salary : $103,105.60 - $115,315.20 Annually
Location : 1620 Santa Ursula St. 2nd Flr, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 03363
Department: Engineering Department
Opening Date: 08/13/2024
Closing Date: 10/31/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
The Capital Projects - Infrastructure Director is responsible for the planning, directing, managing, and supervising of activities and operations of the Engineering Department. The director manages and oversees projects from inception to completion to track department performance and make recommendations on areas to sustain and improve. The director leads and supervises engineering projects, while providing technical advice and assistance to the County Judge, County Commissioners, County Administrators, and County Departments.
Examples of Duties

• Performs daily project oversight and construction review of all county projects.
• Ensures that projects remain in compliance with approved budgets and designated timelines.
• Reviews and recommends payments to contractors, engineers, and architects.
• Hires, trains, assigns, directs, supervises, evaluates and disciplines personnel.
• Develops budget recommendations for capital improvement projects and manages approved budgets.
• Coordinates with other county departments to ensure the timely completion of county projects.
• Coordinates the acquisition of rights-of-way and the relocation of utilities in support of the construction or improvement of county roads, water and wastewater lines, and storm drainage systems.
• Coordinates with the Texas Department of Transportation, county staff and related 3rd parties in the rehabilitation of off-system bridges.
• Prepares timely reports to the County Judge and Commissioners related to the prioritization of county projects and proposed timelines.
• Approves the maintenance of county vehicles and other equipment under department purview.
• Coordinates and attends meetings with local agencies and municipalities to plan for infrastructure improvements.
• Develops the Five (5) Year Capital Improvement Plan for county projects and programs.
• Performs field analysis inspections of power generators, generator controls, lift station power systems, and water and wastewater treatment plants to verify and ensure proper equipment operation.
• Investigates and assists with resolving citizen concerns with county projects and programs.
• Projects and promotes a positive and professional image for Webb County.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related engineering or project management discipline.
• A minimum of seven (7) years of professional experience in engineering practices and procedures, or program management and three (3) years of which must be in a supervisory capacity.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS / INFORMATION

• Project Management (PM) certificate, preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License, preferred.
• Additional compensation may be considered depending on license/qualifications.

Supplemental Information

• Knowledge of the purposes, principles, terminology, and practices employed in the development and maintenance of roads, drainage systems, and water and wastewater systems.
• Knowledge and skills of project management practices, including civil engineering principles and practices.
• Knowledge of engineering and construction contract management.
• Knowledge of related local and state laws, procedures, and policies.
• Knowledge of budget development and management principles.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Skill in planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating the work of personnel.
• Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions.
• Skill in the development and interpretation of engineering sketches.
• Skill in the preparation of clear and precise administrative reports.
• Skill in preparing and administering budgets.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.

Valid Texas Driver's License*
*If the applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver's License must be obtained prior to employment.
Webb County provides a variety of benefits available to employees.
Please visit the Risk Management website for more details.
The following list of benefits is offered only to benefits-eligible employees in Full-Time positions:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Life Insurance
• Ancillary products
• Employee Assistance Program*
• Employee Clinic*
• Vacation and sick leave
  • Accrual rates increase based on years of service
• Sixteen (16) County-observed holidays and four (4) personal holidays
• Retirement benefits (TCDRS)**

*Available to ALL employees
**Available to Permanent Part-Time employees
01
Do you have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Civil Engineering or closely related engineering or project management discipline?

• Yes
• No

02
Do you have at least seven (7) years of professional experience in engineering practices and procedures, or program management and three (3) years of which must be in a supervisory capacity?

• Yes
• No

03
Do you have a Project Management (PM) certificate?

• Yes
• No

04
Do you have a Professional Engineer (PE) license from the State of Texas?

• Yes
• No

05
Do you possess a valid and current Texas driver's license?

• Yes
• No

06
Are you a current or former Webb County employee?

• Yes
• No

07
If you selected "Yes" on the above question, please specify department name(s) and date(s) of employment.
08
Please confirm your understanding that if selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be required to provide a high school diploma, a GED certificate, college transcript from an accredited institution, and/or other documentation of achievement (whichever is applicable) prior to being hired. (We highly recommend you begin obtaining documentation to avoid delays in the hiring process if applicable)

• Yes, I understand this requirement and would be able to provide required documentation prior to hire.
• No, I would not be able to provide required documentation.

Required Question