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General Statement of Duties

Performs challenging project management work in engineering design and construction of utilities infrastructure. Under the general direction of the Executive Director, works cooperatively and coordinates with the Water, Wastewater, and Collection/Distribution Divisions

Distinguishing Features of the Class

An employee in this class performs a variety of professional engineering work associated with the design and construction of utilities projects. This employee provides technical and supervisory guidance for staff and collaborates with engineers and contractors to ensure projects conform to standards and specifications. Work includes designing infrastructure improvements related to utilities, developing plans and specifications for construction projects, and administering construction contracts.

Work requires the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and the ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing. The employee exercises considerable judgement and independence of action including contacts with citizens, contractors, and developers. Work may subject the employee to environmental conditions, extreme temperatures, and construction noise and hazards. Work is performed under general supervision and is evaluated based on conferences, review of completed work and records, adherence of work inspected to adopted plans and specifications, and observation of demonstrated skills.

Work involves public contact, initiative, and judgement. General administrative direction is received from the Executive Director regarding matters of policy, budget, long-range plans, personnel matters, and work priorities. Work is evaluated through conferences and reports for productivity, effectiveness in customer service, and compliance with required laws and regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Plans, organizes, and implements capital projects such as water and sewer line extensions and/or replacement; water and sewer plant upgrades and expansions; lift station replacement, construction, and repair; and other projects; develops, updates, and oversees engineering and construction standards for the organization.
• Reviews work of contracted engineering personnel involved in the design and review of utilities and related infrastructure and prepares cost estimates for projects.
• Reviews development plans for adherence to organizational standards and requirements.
• Administers contracts with determining engineers and contractors; reviews cost estimates to determine accuracy and determines bond amounts.
• Meets with contractors and reviews and explains construction requirements; identifies necessary actions to obtain compliance; makes on-site field inspections as necessary to respond to questions from inspectors and contractors; works with contractors and engineers on remediation strategies for non-conforming construction.
• Reviews surveys and field data and information produces calculations for construction projects.
• Participates as a member of the organizational leadership team.
• Researches, recommends, and prepares policies, plans, concepts, and future projections.
• Fills in as manager over operations or the organization as needed in the absence of others.
• Responds to citizen inquiries and complaints regarding policies, technical requirements, and related issues.
• Performs field work as needed to observe construction and staff maintenance work, gather field data and for other purposes.
• Plans and supervises contracted construction and maintenance projects; ensures proper inspection and adherence to plans and standards prior to Authority acceptance. Performs related duties as required.

Recruitment and Selection Guidelines

Knowledges, Skills, and Abilities
• Knowledge of utility design, construction, and contract administration procedures.
• Knowledge of water and sewer line construction techniques and materials, and the ability to determine whether design specifications and standards are being met.
• Knowledge of modern and effective supervisory principles and practices including leadership, motivations, communications, performance coaching and evaluation.
• Knowledge of modern and effective engineering specifications, and state and federal regulations relating to utility systems.
• Knowledge of the methods and techniques used in construction cost estimation.
• Knowledge of the local, state, and federal laws and regulations relating to water and wastewater treatment, water distribution and wastewater collection.
• Skill in public speaking, customer service delivery, meeting facilitation and collaborative conflict resolution, ability to prepare and interpret engineering designs specifications related to assigned work.
• Ability to perform mathematical computations and apply standard engineering techniques in the design and construction of projects.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships and communicate effectively with the general public, contractors, and other employees.
• Ability to provide leadership to a large staff in multiple locations providing around-the-clock services.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Authority officials, industrial officials, regulatory officials, contractors, other employees, and the public.
• Ability to prepare, present and interpret complex records and reports.

Physical Requirements
Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational support functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, crouching, standing, walking, grasping, fingering, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. Must be able to perform medium work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Must possess the visual acuity to compile and compute data and statistics, inspect work for quality of methods and materials, operate a computer, do extensive reading, and use measuring devices.

Desirable Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field with considerable experience of a progressively responsible nature in civil engineering. A combination of ten (10) years of experience in water and wastewater operations management, and supervisory experience.

Special Requirement
Preferred but not required, possession of a valid North Carolina Registered Professional Engineering license
Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license

UTILITY ENGINEER

An employee in this class performs a variety of professional engineering work associated with the design and construction of utilities projects. This employee provides technical and supervisory guidance for staff and collaborates with engineers and contractors to ensure projects conform to standards and specifications. Work includes designing infrastructure improvements related to utilities, developing plans and specifications for construction projects, administering construction contracts.

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Immediate start working a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week, including benefits

Employment application forms may be printed at www.sgwasa.org. Completed employment application with resume attached may be submitted by email to humanresources@sgwasa.org. Position open until filled. EOE

SGWASA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity for all employees and applicants. SGWASA does not discriminate in employment or the provision of services based on race, color, national origin and ancestry, gender (sex), religion, age, disability, sex (wages), military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by Federal or State law.

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