The primary accountability of this position is to deliver capital projects within budget and on schedule. Other key accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

• Project scoping, scheduling and cost estimation.
• Development of project execution plans and strategies including identification of stakeholders, risks and constraints.
• Value-based selection of engineering consultants and construction contractors through solicitation and review of bids and proposals.
• Negotiation of design and construction cost proposals.
• Active management and administration of engineering consultant and construction contracts.
• Coordination of design and construction activities with Engineering and Operations staff.
• Review and evaluation of design and other technical documents prepared by engineering consultants.
• Formal and Informal reporting on project progress.
• Development and updating of spending forecasts.
• Interaction with Federal, State, County and local regulatory agencies, other utilities and property owners to obtain necessary easements, permits, licenses, certifications and approvals.
• Oversight of construction activities and coordination with Construction Inspector.
• Completion of close-out documentation for asset booking and capitalization.
• Providing technical guidance and advice to support Operations staff.

What's required to be successful

• 4-year degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Construction Management or a related technical discipline.
• 6-10 years of experience with a general knowledge of civil engineering, project management and construction/operation of water/wastewater facilities and infrastructure.
• Experience in Alternative Project delivery such as Design Build, Progressive Design Build, P3 etc.
• Project assignments will be varied in scope and require the use of independent judgement and initiative.
• A solid understanding of current trends and technology for water/wastewater conveyance and treatment systems is required and a basic understanding of water/wastewater utility operations and private water utility economics is preferred.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas or ability to obtain registration within 1 year is preferred.
• Texas Commission of Environmental Quality (TCEQ) operator certifications are a plus.
• This position requires a general understanding of industry safety regulations, as well as federal, state and county water quality and design regulations and technical standards.
• Must also be extremely well versed in Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.