Engineering Manager - Wastewater
EXHIBIT D
ENGINEERING MANAGER - WASTEWATER
DEFINITION
Under general direction of the Deputy Director of Public Works - Wastewater, plan, manage, organize, and direct activities associated with delivery of the Wastewater Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for the Calera Creek Water Recycling Plant (CCWRP), the Collection System, and the storm water pump stations; provide professional and technical assistance to other Public Work Divisions and City Departments as needed; supervise engineering staff working directly for Engineering Manager - Wastewater; and carry out administrative responsibilities as needed.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a full-time, management position that requires significant independence, initiative, and discretion within established guidelines. This position assists in the strategic planning, organization, and management across multiple operational units.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED
Receive administrative direction from the Deputy Director of Public Works – Wastewater or designee.
Exercise general and direct supervision over supervisory, professional, technical and administrative support staff through subordinate levels of supervision.
ESSENTIAL AND IMPORTANT DUTIES
Duties may include but are not limited to the following:
• Manage and update progress on the Wastewater CIP.
• Coordinate with CCWRP Manager and Collection System Manager to clarify and confirm engineering priorities and address engineering needs.
• Develop cooperative working relationships with CCWRP, Collection System, Field Services and other Engineering staff members and City Departments, outside agencies; consultants and contractors; and the public at large.
• Provide professional and technical assistance on CCWRP, Collection System and Pump Station projects, and provide professional and technical assistance to other Public Work Divisions and City Departments as needed.
• Manage and review products from consultants, consultant project managers, and third-party construction managers to ensure delivery of CCWRP, Collection System, and wastewater/storm water pump station projects.
• Direct, mentor, and review the Assistant/Associate Engineer – Wastewater in implementation of projects and support activities.
• Perform challenging wastewater engineering analyses for CCWRP, Collection System, and Pump Stations, respectively.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both written and oral, including report preparation and public speaking.
• Perform administrative duties to support procurement of, and payment for, consulting and construction services.
Engineering Manager - Wastewater
EXHIBIT D
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Education and Experience
Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and experience would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education:
Equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering, chemistry or related field is required.
Experience:
Minimum of four (4) years of experience in the managing development of reports, bid documents (plans and specifications), and construction management of sanitary sewer, pump station, and wastewater treatment facilities. Experience in developing reports and bid documents (plans and specs) for sanitary sewer, pump station, and wastewater treatment facilities.
License
Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Professional Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors; possession of, or ability to obtain a valid Class C California Driver’s License.
Advanced Knowledge of
• State and Federal regulations relating to sanitary sewer, pump station, and wastewater treatment facilities operations.
• Principles and practices of civil engineering design and construction as they pertain to sanitary sewer, pump station, and wastewater treatment facilities. • Techniques of management and supervision including planning, organizing and developing goals and objectives.
• Principles and practices of design administration including computer-aided design (CAD). • Theories, techniques, materials and equipment used in construction and maintenance of sanitary sewers, pump stations, and wastewater treatment facilities. • Legal issues relating to municipal construction and civil engineering; funding issues relating to municipal wastewater projects.
• Long- term and strategic planning.
Skill/Ability to
• Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies and procedures. • Effectively supervise, train, motivate and evaluate assigned personnel. • Administer contracts and prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports, correspondences and oral presentations.
• Analyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and recommend methods, procedures and techniques for resolution of issues.
• Assess and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands. • Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Engineering Manager - Wastewater
EXHIBIT D
• Manage and advance multiple priorities, including large and complex projects, concurrently, ontime, and within budget. • Operate modern office equipment, including computer equipment and software programs relevant to the work performed and have good knowledge of facility maintenance software programs.
• Plan, organize, direct, and review the work of professional, sub-professional, and contract personnel.
• Work independently and in a team setting.
• Consistently demonstrate professionalism, ethical integrity, and exceptional customerservice. • Celebrate the achievements and success of the organization. • Direct and conduct work in a safe manner following industry best practices and the City’s safety practices and procedures.
• Work evenings and weekends, and respond off-hours to various emergency situations, if needed. • Serve as a Disaster Service Worker.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:
Physical Skills
Must possess the mobility to work in a standard office setting, to inspect various City infrastructure sites, including climbing ladders and stairs, attending meetings; strength, stamina and mobility to perform heavy physical work, drive a motor vehicle and heavy construction equipment and to lift and move materials and equipment weighing up to 30 pounds and heavier with the use of proper equipment, as necessary and in emergency situations; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups and over the telephone.
Work Environment
Mobility to work in a typical office setting or plant environment; exposure to cold, heat, noise, outdoors, inclement weather, dust, dirt, vibration, chemicals, traffic, traffic hazards, odors, mechanical hazards, electrical hazards, explosive hazards, and bio-hazards.
Work schedule may include occasional irregular hours. The work schedule will include the need for irregular after hours work as part of the normal job duties, including 24x7 availability for response to emergencies.
Revised: July 11, 2022
Status: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: Teamster’s Management 350
Compensation: $11,078 - $12,996