What are the responsibilities and job description for the SUPERVISING ENGINEER position at City of Houston?
Position Overview
Applications Accepted from : All Persons Interested
Service Line/Section:Houston Water/Drinking Water Operations
Reporting Location : Various Locations*
Workdays & Hours : Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. *
Subject to change*
Description Of Duties/Essential Functions
Manages construction activities for rehabilitation of Drinking Water Operations systems. Includes overseeing on-site construction, ensuring adherence to City of Houston Construction Specifications. Provides supervision and coordination of technical personnel and projects or may supervise multiple contracts and projects of extensive monetary value to the City. Provides technical analysis and information to develop solutions and improve systems and plans. Evaluates proposals and makes recommendations for projects. Reviews and prepare change orders documents for approval. Reviews and comments on construction submittals. Establishes goals, develops and evaluates performance of personnel and/or projects. Conducts on-site project inspections and investigations. Responds to inquiries by departments, consultants, agencies and the general public. Attends meetings and conferences. Establish defined measures and goals for performance evaluations.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting of heavy objects (up to
20 pounds) on a highly frequent basis and/or assuming awkward positions for long periods of time. There are occasional
exposures to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture and air pollution.
This is a Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier I Level .
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires graduation from an approved curriculum in engineering by the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers with satisfactory standing.
OR
Requires graduation from an engineering or related science curriculum at a recognized institution of higher education, other than a curriculum approved by the Board and passage of the eight-hour fundamentals of engineering examination prescribed by the Board.
Experience Requirements
Six (6) years of active practice in engineering work after graduation from an approved curriculum in engineering, with one of the years as a licensed Professional Engineer, are required.
Engineers from out-of-state must
be hired in a position directly under the supervision of a Professional Engineer licensed by the State of Texas;
AND
obtain their license as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas within six months from date of hire for continued employment with the City of Houston.
Substitution: A Master's degree in Engineering may be substituted for up to two years of the above experience requirement.
License Requirements
Requires registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas. A specific branch of engineering (such as civil, mechanical, structural, etc.) may be required.
May require a valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving (A.P. 2-2).
PREFERENCES
Preference may be given to applicants who have experience with managing rehabilitation and construction projects.
However, the department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: Yes
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
Pay Grade 29
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov .
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting:
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-395-2976.
If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-395-2976. (TTY 7-1-1)
If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Applications Accepted from : All Persons Interested
Service Line/Section:Houston Water/Drinking Water Operations
Reporting Location : Various Locations*
Workdays & Hours : Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. *
Subject to change*
Description Of Duties/Essential Functions
Manages construction activities for rehabilitation of Drinking Water Operations systems. Includes overseeing on-site construction, ensuring adherence to City of Houston Construction Specifications. Provides supervision and coordination of technical personnel and projects or may supervise multiple contracts and projects of extensive monetary value to the City. Provides technical analysis and information to develop solutions and improve systems and plans. Evaluates proposals and makes recommendations for projects. Reviews and prepare change orders documents for approval. Reviews and comments on construction submittals. Establishes goals, develops and evaluates performance of personnel and/or projects. Conducts on-site project inspections and investigations. Responds to inquiries by departments, consultants, agencies and the general public. Attends meetings and conferences. Establish defined measures and goals for performance evaluations.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting of heavy objects (up to
20 pounds) on a highly frequent basis and/or assuming awkward positions for long periods of time. There are occasional
exposures to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture and air pollution.
This is a Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier I Level .
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires graduation from an approved curriculum in engineering by the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers with satisfactory standing.
OR
Requires graduation from an engineering or related science curriculum at a recognized institution of higher education, other than a curriculum approved by the Board and passage of the eight-hour fundamentals of engineering examination prescribed by the Board.
Experience Requirements
Six (6) years of active practice in engineering work after graduation from an approved curriculum in engineering, with one of the years as a licensed Professional Engineer, are required.
Engineers from out-of-state must
be hired in a position directly under the supervision of a Professional Engineer licensed by the State of Texas;
AND
obtain their license as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas within six months from date of hire for continued employment with the City of Houston.
Substitution: A Master's degree in Engineering may be substituted for up to two years of the above experience requirement.
License Requirements
Requires registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas. A specific branch of engineering (such as civil, mechanical, structural, etc.) may be required.
May require a valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving (A.P. 2-2).
PREFERENCES
Preference may be given to applicants who have experience with managing rehabilitation and construction projects.
- Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.** GENERAL INFORMATION
However, the department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: Yes
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
Pay Grade 29
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov .
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting:
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-395-2976.
If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-395-2976. (TTY 7-1-1)
If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.