Managing Engineer - Arterial Management

Position Information Posting Title Managing Engineer - Arterial Management Job Requisition Number COA084447 Position Number 106745 Job Type Full-Time Division Name Arterial Management Division Minimum Qualifications • Graduation with a Bachelor''s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering, or in a field related to the job, eight (8) years experience in engineering, six (6) years of work experience must be acquired after licensing as a professional engineer and four (4) years of which were in a supervisory capacity • A Masters Degree will substitute for up to one (1) year of work experience • PhD degree will substitute for up to two (2) years of work experience Licenses or Certifications: Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas Notes to Applicants Austin is one of fastest growing cities in the nation and is considered one of the best places to live in the country. We are looking for a Managing Engineer to lead the Arterial Management Division (AMD) within a dynamic, fast paced, and progressive Transportation Department. They are primarily responsible for the overall management of the arterial street system including the safety and mobility of all modes. Examples of the services that the Managing Engineer will oversee for the community include: Signal Timing Program Mobility Management Center Implementing New Strategies and Upgrades to the Advance Transportation Mgmt. System Construction - Signals, Technology, and Communications Infrastructure Maintenance - Signals, Detection, CCTVs, Dynamic Message Signs, and Other Infrastructure Prioritizing and Allocating Resources to Deliver Services to the Community In addition to the responsibilities above, the Managing Engineer is entrusted with the City''s most important asset - our employees. AMD has 54 fulltime staff and 10 consultant-augmented staff. The Managing Engineer is also responsible for oversight of the operating budget ($12,500,000), CIP planning and delivery, and multiple consultant and vendor contracts. APPLICANTS must complete the application form and also attach a resume and cover letter.Please be concise in your responses to the long text questions asked in this posting.Regarding your Application: A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Please list your complete employment history (to include all job duties responsibilities and employment dates) on your online application. The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (e.g., "see resume" or "see Linked In Profile"). Resumes will not be used to qualify for the position and will not be used to recommend salary. Assessment: This position may require a skills assessment. Close Job Posting: Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days. 90 Day Provision for Additional Vacancy: This posting may be used to fill other vacancies in other sections within the Division. Decisions on assigned section will be made at the time of hire based on business needs. Office Location Notes: Office location is subject to change based on department needs and programs. Austin Transportation positions are not at 100% remote operation. Video Conferencing Software Technology: Austin Transportation Department uses the communication platform, Microsoft Teams, to conduct virtual interviews. Pay Range $45.70 - $60.55 Hours Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Managing Engineer - Arterial ManagementHours may vary depending on departmental needs and initiatives. Job Close Date 12/05/2021 Type of Posting External Department Austin Transportation Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 8700 Cameron Road; Austin, Texas 78754 Preferred Qualifications The Managing Engineer will operate at a level with the region that requires them to be skilled at working collaboratively across divisions, departments, and agencies. Preferred skills: Fosters positive teambuilding and skillset growth through servant leadership, entrepreneurial thinking, and effective technical mentoring. Seeks diversity of experiences and cultivates a culture of inclusivity to tackle Austin''s transportation challenges. Facilitates collaborations with other City and regional transportation partners and agencies to provide a seamless and fully integrated transportation system - One System - that serves all roadway users - pedestrians, bicyclists, transit riders, emergency responders, and motorists. Effectively interacts in oral and written formats with the public, community leaders, and elected officials in a timely, competent and professional manner. Produces technical presentations appropriate for a variety of target audiences which foster understanding, demonstrate innovation, and establish credibility. Seeks opportunities to highlight AMD''s achievements. Has a bias toward action to address challenges. Understands how to prioritize and allocate resources to do so. Knows when to lead or delegate leadership to others. Demonstrates industry leadership through successful planning and implementation of state-of-the practice (and sometimes state-of-the-art) transportation operations and engineering strategies, concepts, and principles - especially as it relates to the services mentioned in the Notes to Applicant section. A Master''s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field focused on transportation operations is desired. Manages workflows and develops process improvements to optimize the services we deliver to the community. An early project in this area will be developing a system to maintain a comprehensive awareness of AMD''s combined capital and maintenance workload. Successfully develops, tracks, and manages operating and capital budgets. Uses performance metrics to tell "the story" about the value AMD provides to the community; to justify additional resources and the benefits the community will receive from these added resources; and to make operational adjustments as needed. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.1. Manages, coordinates, implements, and/or monitors projects/programs including the review of plans and development proposals for impacts related to engineering project/program. Recommends revisions and permit requirements to mitigate negative impacts of development and assures plans conform to City policies. Approves construction plans. 2. Manages contracts by reviewing monthly progress reports. Acts as a liaison among consultants, contractors, subcontractors, manufacturers, fabricators or suppliers and the City. Negotiates problems of changes, errors or deficiencies and ensures compliance with project specifications and requirements. Resolves conflicts in difficult situations. Reviews, evaluates, and prepares replies to technical and management audits. Responsible for interdivisional liaison for coordinating the various phases of designing, planning and preparation of project details. 3. Interacts with internal and external customers to determine business needs by responding to inquiries from the public and other departments about the process, requirements, and procedures of the development process. Investigates and resolves complaints from the public. 4. Develops and implements standard operating procedures, policies and ordinances by applying advance technical and managerial knowledge and applying changes to meet departmental business goals and objectives. Monitors projects for regulatory compliance. 5. Monitors projects for legal compliance by applying engineering principles, contract and purchasing policies, and affected ordinances, codes, and regulations. 6. Markets programs to various customers. 7. Develops and monitors budgets for multiple CIP projects, programs, and/or divisions Responsible for projects by developing, managing and submission of proposed budget forecast planning for short and long term city planning. Develops long and short term planning/strategies. Coordinates, monitors, and manages grants. 8. Attends meetings and conducts presentations to the City Council, Boards, Commissions, etc. in the area of managing programs/projects. Solicits and assesses third party needs and requests by reviewing and providing solutions. 9. Develops and conducts training by determining business needs and scope of work performed by personnel and implementing programs. Provides technical advice and direction for assigned division, project, or program personnel. Develops design criteria, develops and monitors performance criteria. Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised: Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.• Knowledge of management skills to programs, projects and personnel • Knowledge of diversified, fundamental scientific and civil engineering concepts, phenomena, and relationships, and utilize such changes in solution of theoretical or practical civil engineering problems • Knowledge of advanced mathematical techniques such as trigonometry, calculus, and coordinate geometry • Knowledge of modern methods, materials, and techniques of assigned discipline • Knowledge of one or more of the following disciplines: Civil, Environmental, Structural, Architectural, Mechanical and/or Electrical engineering terminology and techniques • Knowledge of City of Austin budget planning, purchasing and contract policies and procedures • Knowledge of applicability of established engineering principles and methods. • Knowledge of phases of the plans review and inspections processes. • Knowledge of preparation of cost estimates and engineering and feasibility reports• Knowledge of regulatory requirements within the local and state ordinances and laws • Skill in oral and written technical and/or general communication including preparation of written reports • Skill in negotiations and handling conflict resolution • Skill in analyzing complex data from various sources, synthesizing collected information, and developing sound decisions/recommendations • Skill in developing, reviewing, monitoring, and evaluating contracts for services and/or materials • Ability to manage multiple projects and programs simultaneously within approved budgets • Ability to understand and interpret engineering and technical data related to assigned responsibilities • Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with internal and external customers • Ability to perform more complex engineering computations, calculus, geometry, and trigonometry, rapidly and accurately • Ability to communicate and provide direction to peers and assigned personnel • Ability to organize, analyze, interpret, and evaluate scientific civil engineering problems and provide practical, cost effective solutions• Ability to observe, compares, or monitors objects and data to determine compliance with prescribed operating or safety standards Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or TTY (512) 974-2445. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * This position requires Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in Engineering, or in a field related to the job, eight (8) years experience in engineering, six (6) years of work experience must be acquired after licensing as a professional engineer and four (4) years of which were in a supervisory capacity. • A Masters Degree will substitute for up to one (1) year of work experience • PhD degree will substitute for up to two (2) years of work experience. Do you meet these minimum qualifications? Yes No * Do you have a Professional Engineer (PE) in the state of Texas or the ability to obtain PE licensure within six months of hire? Yes No * How many employees have you managed, include direct and indirect staff? More than 25 15 - 25 11 - 15 6 - 10 1 - 5 None * How many years of experience do you have as a Manager in Transportation Engineering? More than 8 6 - 8 4 - 6 Less than 4 None * What is your professional philosophy regarding managing people? (Open Ended Question) * Do you have experience managing a public organization like the Arterial Management Division? Extensive Experience Familiar None * Briefly and specifically describe your experience managing a public organization like the Arterial Management Division and what makes you the top candidate for this position. (Open Ended Question) * Briefly describe your professional philosophy about how you would manage the signalized arterial street system that serves all roadway users. (Open Ended Question) * Do you have experience in the day-to-day management of signal timing programs, signal construction and maintenance programs, and intelligent transportation systems? Extensive experience in all three Experience in two Experience in one No * Briefly and specifically summarize your experience with signal timing, signal construction and maintenance, and intelligent transportation systems. (Open Ended Question) * List your certifications, association affiliations and other achievements related to this position. (Open Ended Question) * If identified as a top candidate, do you agree to a Criminal Background Investigation (CBI)? Yes No * If selected for this position, the relevant work history on your application is used to determine your rate of pay. Your submission of a complete application is critical to the pay calculation. Your overall relevant experience from your employment application will be used in this calculation, not the resume or cover letter. 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Created: 2021-11-29