Salary: $65,208.00 - $120,636.00 Annually

Location : Raleigh, NC

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 2024-00318

Department: Roadway Design Const-Eng Svcs

Opening Date: 04/12/2024

Closing Date: 4/26/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Hiring Range: 65,208.00 - $100,000.00

Job Description

This position is being re-advertised. Candidates who have previously submitted an application and were referred to the hiring manager are still being considered and do not need to reapply.

This is an exciting leadership opportunity to manage one of the roadway programs in the Roadway Design and Construction Division of the City's Engineering Services Department. The Roadway Design and Construction Division is responsible for overseeing linear construction projects in support of transportation infrastructure within the city. The Engineering Supervisor will manage a team and will work closely with the City's Transportation Department to deliver projects focused on positively impacting the quality of life for the citizens of Raleigh. The projects include Safe Routes to School, transit supporting, neighborhood streets, sidewalks, traffic management and Capital streets improvements.

Engineering Supervisors manage a team of engineers and technical staff for assigned projects on a regular and ongoing basis and serve as one of the roadway program supervisors including over other professional and support staff. They create training programs, provide technical guidance and identify areas of improvement. This is a critical role in ensuring the team maintains quality, adheres to safety standards and meets project deadlines for the success of delivering linear projects.

The ideal candidate is an organized and effective engineering supervisor, skilled in developing strategic processes and techniques to improve staff's performance as well as fostering training and programs to maximize productivity. The successful candidate understands an organization's vision and can articulate it well while guiding and aligning a team towards its goals. The ability to research complex technical issues, resolve conflicts with minimal delays, as well as evaluate technology procedures and reports to create new opportunities for efficient project delivery are key to the candidate's success. A positive attitude and collaborative spirit are essential. The ideal candidate is an effective communicator, with experience in facilitating group discussion and building consensus among stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced, qualified professional to contribute to the long-term quality and future of transportation in Raleigh.

Duties and Responsibilities

Supervises staff including conducting performance evaluations, coordinating training, and implementing hiring, discipline and termination procedures.
Manages the Design Services Program within the Roadway Design and Construction Division, including supervision of engineers and technicians responsible for design and implementation of engineering projects, to include transportation projects. Conducts management of in-house design projects as well as manages consultant-led design projects, including RFQ advertisements, proposal review/ratings, shortlist interviews, project scoping, design fee negotiations, and contract routing.
Provides supervision and management of engineering project and/or program work and related engineering operational activities; provides program/project leadership and advanced technical expertise; conducts quality control and quality assurance reviews to ensure compliance with City standards, policies and procedures, and with applicable regulations and code requirements.
Monitors, oversees and provides technical support with processes which may include: coordination of inspections and installations; construction plan/operations/change oversight; reviewing and permitting; document and financial review and approval; ensuring project schedules, cost and overall quality objectives are met; contractual service monitoring; project design; budget estimation; selection and oversight of consultants and contractors; project analysis and development review.
Ensures processes and protocols are in place and followed to promote compliance with all regulations governing project delivery, especially specific timelines and expense guidelines
Provides consultation and serves as technical resource; responds to inquiries and requests; performs technical research; reviews and interprets maps, drawings, construction plans, blueprints and other technical documentation; troubleshoots and resolves complex issues and conflicts; recommends courses of action and implement problem resolutions.
Coordinates, collaborates and attends meetings with City Council, Planning Commission, various boards and committees, project/program stakeholders and/or the public; serves in an advisory capacity; develops and delivers public presentations; performs outreach and prepares and disseminates communication materials.
Assists in the development and implementation of policies, processes, standards, and guidelines; works in collaboration with management and other departments recommending and implementing process improvements and operational efficiencies.
Provides and/or assists with budget development, preparation, and administration; monitors resource allocations; maintains performance measures; prepares productivity analysis; provides and oversees the preparation and maintenance of reports and documentation.
Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in engineering or directly related field, five years of professional engineering and/or construction/project management experience.

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.

Licensing/Certifications

Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
Professional Engineering (PE) Registration required.

Preferred Qualifications

Two years of supervisory experience.

Additional Information

Knowledge of:

Supervisory principles, practices and techniques.
Practices and methods of coaching and leading the work of others.
Techniques and methods for organizing, prioritizing, assigning and monitoring work.
Principles and practices of civil engineering.
Project management principles and practices.
Principles and practices of program administration and management.
Best practices, trends and emerging technologies.
Principles and methods of qualitative and quantitative research.
Principles and applications of critical thinking and analysis.
Principles and practices of budget development and administration.
Principles and practices of group facilitation and building consensus.
Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations (based on assignment).
Customer service principles.
Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment.
Modern office technology.

Skill In:

Supervising and evaluating staff performance.
Training and coaching staff.
Coordinating deadlines, prioritizing work demands and assigning/monitoring work performed.
Providing project management, organization and logistics coordination.
Managing project or program finances.
Providing consultation and serving as a program liaison and subject matter expert.
Monitoring compliance with applicable plans, standards, regulations and contracts.
Troubleshooting equipment and operational issues.
Identifying engineering-related deficiencies and recommending solutions.
Researching industry trends, solutions and best practices.
Researching technical issues and articulating recommendations.
Exercising political acumen, tact and diplomacy.
Monitoring, evaluating and assessing engineering projects and functional operations.
Troubleshooting equipment and operational issues.
Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards (based on assignment).
Providing customer service.
Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications.
Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

ADA and Other Requirements:
Positions in this class typically require: standing, walking, fingering, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Light Work:
Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work, and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light work.

Working Conditions:
Work is routinely performed in an indoor, office environment.

Note:
This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

When you join the City of Raleigh's work family as a full-time employee, your benefits are an important part of your "total rewards". Your benefits impact many aspects of your life including your health, your finances, and the protection of your family. The City provides a comprehensive benefits package as part of our total rewards program to support you through important events in your life, to enhance your life outside work, and to help you plan and prepare for the future.

To find out about the City's benefits package, and other programs, please visit our Employee Benefits page:

The City employs temporary and seasonal employees who generally are scheduled to work on a short-term basis. However, if you are hired as a temporary or seasonal employee, or as an intern, you are not eligible for the City of Raleigh's benefits.

01

Please select your highest level of education completed.

Some high school
High school diploma (or GED)
Some college
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
PhD or other professional degree

02

How much relevant work experience do you have in civil engineering design and/or design/construction project management?

None
Less than 1 year
1 to less than 2 years
2 to less than 3 years
3 to less than 4 years
4 to less than 5 years
5 to less than 6 years
6 to less than 7 years
7 to less than 8 years
8 to less than 9 years
9 to less than 10 years
10 years or more

03

Do you have a valid North Carolina Driver's License Class C or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire?

Yes, I currently have a valid NC Driver's License.
I do not currently have a valid NC Driver's License, but I can obtain one within 60 days of hire.
No, I do not currently have a valid NC Driver's License and NO, I cannot obtain one within 60 days of hire.

04

Do you have a professional engineer (PE) license in North Carolina (or the ability to obtain within 6 months)?

Yes
No
No, but I am able to be licensed as a Professional Engineer in North Carolina within 6 months.

05

Do you have any experience managing or overseeing delivery of grant-funded projects?

06

If yes to having any experience managing or overseeing delivery of grant-funded projects, please describe.

07

Do you have supervisory experience/training?

08

If yes to having supervisory experience/training, please describe.

09

Do you have experience using Microstation/Geopak software?

10

If yes to having experience using Microstation/Geopak software, please describe.

Required Question