MANAGER, ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

MANAGER, ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

POSITION GOAL To ensure the effective management of a team of project design consultants such that the capital program consistently delivers cost effective and timely school facility improvements of the highest quality consistent with the District's goals.

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES The Manager, Electrical Engineering shall carry out the performance responsibilities listed below. Plan and direct the electrical engineering functional area within the capital construction program including working within an internal matrix and external consultant staffing structure. Within the functional area ensures all projects, initiatives, and processes are in conformance with the District's established policies and objectives. Coordinate District construction activities with other departments and District personnel. Provide management of the functional area including, but not limited to, the development of standards and guidelines, and identification and resolution of issues throughout the project and program lifecycle. Routinely review bid specifications and documents. Provide expertise in the functional area for the Facilities Department. Evaluate actions performed by vendors and District personnel, and ensures compliance with regulations, procedures, and specifications. Participate in conflict resolution, including recommending corrective actions. Review and approve pay requests submitted by vendors. Review and provide recommendations to the Director, Pre-Construction on all formal solicitations. Provide outstanding customer service and uses positive interpersonal communication skills. Ensure compliance with Board rules and applicable federal laws and regulations. Perform and promote all activities in compliance with the equal employment and non-discrimination policies of The School Board of Broward County, Florida.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE An earned bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution with major course work in electrical engineering is required. A minimum of six (6) years of experience, within the last nine (9) years, in the field related to the title of the position is required. Demonstrated knowledge of the design development and management process for both new construction and renovations projects.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE An earned master's degree from an accredited educational institution with major course work in electrical engineering is preferred. A minimum of six (6) years of experience, within the last nine (9) years, in a management role responsible for the design of an educational institution's capital program is preferred. Professional Engineer preferred. Demonstrated experience in the design of power distribution, emergency power, energy efficiency, and fire alarm systems for an educational institution.

SIGNIFICANT CONTACTS-frequency, contact, purpose Works extensively with District and consultant design staff, school administration and the professional design community to ensure the design work leads to high quality improvements to each and every school within the District.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently as needed to move objects.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District's approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the School Board.