Construction Administration Engineer

About this role

Job Title

Construction Administration Engineer

Pay Rate Min to Mid Range

$86,964.00 - $106,530.00

Time Type

Full time

Summary

Under administrative direction, is responsible for managing the Construction Administration Section of the Engineering Services Division in the Public Works Department; assists the Engineering Services Manager and County Engineer with administration of construction projects; supervising and reviews for project design preparation; supervising surveying data collection and issues; assisting in formulating section policies; supervises and performs field investigations; assists in land development issues; signs and affixes official seal to Public Works design plans; and performs related duties as required.

Description

Duties and

Responsibilities

• Supervises and administers the construction of County flood control and roadway capital improvement projects
• Supervises various aspects of County engineering design and surveying services, subdivision platting and development, and floodplain management; and assists County Engineer with design and construction issues
• Supervises Capital Project Engineers, Civil Engineering Assistants, Construction Inspectors, Engineering Technicians, Survey Crew, and Interns
• Prepares and/or reviews plans, specifications, estimates and contracts for construction projects
• Signs and affixes official engineer seal to Public Works design projects
• Conducts field investigations to evaluate construction design problems and recommends solutions
• Provides information and testimony on Public Works litigation claims
• Coordinates development and construction administration of project designs with contractors, utility companies, land owners, developers, governmental agencies, and the general public
• Responds to construction, engineering, land development and flood plain requests from government officials, County staff, and the general public
• Monitors contractors’ contracts to ensure that the projects remain on schedule and within budget
• Attends public meetings on Capital Projects and Public Works issues
• Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related engineering discipline, and six (6) years practical engineering experience in management, design and construction of capital projects related to transportation; or a combination of education and experience
• Considerable knowledge of civil engineering practices and procedures involving construction plan design
• Skill in managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to supervise technical and skilled employees; ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; ability to operate personal computer, two-way radio and basic office equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, Elected/Appointed Officials, outside agencies, the news media and the public
• Must be a Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Texas, or obtain within the first six (6) months of employment
• Must have a valid Class C Texas driver’s license
• Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance
• Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test
• May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek
• Working With Bexar County

Bexar County offers employees a competitive salary, retirement, and benefits. Many employee benefits are available to an employee’s spouse/plus one qualifying adult and dependent child(ren). Employee benefits are strategically designed to support an employee and family, work/life balance.

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• Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.
• We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.