The City of Bellingham Public Works Department is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to manage capital construction functions and oversee public works projects, including street, water, sanitary sewer, storm, traffic, and illumination projects.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field.
- License as a Professional Engineer in Washington State.
- Six (6) years of experience as a professional engineer (PE) required.
- Five years of progressively responsible experience related to public works project management of street, water, sanitary sewer and storm water systems.
- At least one year of experience in a Supervisory or Lead role preferred.
- Valid Washington State driver's license and good driving record.
- Verification of ability to work in the United States by date of hire.
Responsibilities
- Plans, organizes, coordinates, assigns, evaluates and approves the work of professional and technical staff in the Capital section of the Engineering Division.
- Develops, plans and oversees implementation of capital programs for the City to ensure effective completion of projects in compliance with budgetary, regulatory and schedule guidelines.
- Coordinates and oversees project plans and specifications.
- Analyzes bids for award of contracts and administers construction contracts.
- Approves design changes.
- Approves progress payments to contractors.
- Addresses inquiries and complaints from property owners.
Other
- Supervises assigned professional and technical staff including Engineering Assistant, Engineer-in-Training, Engineer I and Engineer II.
- Evaluates performance, participates in hiring and delivers corrective action as appropriate.
- Provides technical assistance and serves as technical resource to City staff, consultants, contractors and the public in matters relating to public works projects.
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Must be able to work in an office setting with extensive work at a computer workstation and occasionally outdoors in all weather conditions.
