Engineering Manager

Description

Position Summary

Why It's a Great Opportunity: As a seasoned engineering leader, you will be responsible for the management of the Transportation Improvement Section. You will be responsible for the coordination and supervision of projects that impact transportation across all of Pierce County. As the Engineering Manager for the Section, you will provide guidance to engineers within our engineering teams and serve as the engineering technical authority. You will guide your teams engineering projects, deliver timely and reliable professional support, and ensure project completion is as planned. You and your teams’ work will have immediate impact on Pierce County residents and their mobility.

Why It's a Great Department: PPW is a diverse and fast-moving department filled with motivated professionals working to ensure Pierce County is positioned to handle growth while building, operating, and maintaining reliable infrastructure to support livable communities. PPW is responsible for a broad and complex portfolio of services that provides unique opportunities to collaborate, innovate, and inspire. We are responsible for the County road and levee systems, sewer systems, airports, ferries, building permits, environmental review, sustainability, community planning, and code enforcement - just to name a few!

Learn More About Planning And Public Works Here.

How to be Successful in the Role: Your success will come from a high level of involvement with the multiple teams involved in delivering transportation projects across the County. To do so you will evaluate and develop strategies in existing processes to identify areas for improvement while maintaining outstanding project and team management. Your expertise, strategic leadership, and project management will help you and your teams be successful.

Your Future in this Role: You will have the opportunity to work with the Department Director, County Engineer, and other stakeholders to develop plans and programs that address the county’s future needs. To support your professional development, all leaders in Planning and Public Works are encouraged to pursue the Pierce County Leadership program and Project Management Professional training.

Core Daily Responsibilities

• Manage, supervise, and coordinate activities of the unit; determine work procedures, prepare work schedules and determine methods for expediting workflow. Ensure consistent interpretation and application of laws, rules, policies, and procedures.
• Manage special project assignments; consult with staff on issues pertinent to the effective functioning of the section.
• Manage the resources of several teams through acceptable methods of planning, forecasting, review, feedback, and control.
• Provide leadership and direction in the administration of operations; delegate authority to professional personnel commensurate with assigned responsibility; ensure proper performance.
• Train and educate staff on criteria and standards of section/division. Provide engineering guidance to staff and make engineering recommendations to the County Engineer.
• Assist in developing recruitment and selection processes for technical and professional level positions.
• Conduct performance evaluations and develop performance measures and standards.
• Investigate grievances involving subordinates and recommend resolution; recommend promotional and disciplinary action; approve leave requests and overtime; provide adequate coverage during staff absences.
• Ensure effective communication with county departments and staff to facilitate and ensure adherence to policies and procedures.
• Participate in the preparation of the departmental budget and responsible for the allocation of funds within the appropriate budget areas. Make decisions on budget matters and cost control and monitoring.
• Coordinate Section activities with other governmental agencies. Ensure County compliance with state and federal regulations including technical and policy coordination with outside agencies.
• Participate in establishing and revising the Division goals and objectives.
• Oversee the development, implementation, and management of Division project management systems; determine complexity of projects and assign responsibility.
• Plan capital improvement programs for the department; integrate programming and operations with other departments; coordinate and monitor programs in accordance with overall county goals and objectives.
  
  

A classification description with a more detailed list of essential functions can be found here.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Certification as a Professional Engineer by the State of Washington or the ability to obtain such registration within six months of employment.
• Graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in civil engineering or a closely related field AND
• Five or more years of supervisory or management experience is required.
• A current resume and a cover letter with your application will be used for consideration.
  
  

As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.

Telecommuting: The work associated with this position can be performed with a mix of telecommuting and onsite work/meetings, as influenced by business needs. Employees will have access to a shared workspace at a Pierce County facility and a flexible work schedule will be agreed upon in advance. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their Pierce County worksite to respond to workplace needs and reporting requirements.

Supplemental Information

To Be Considered For This Opportunity Please

• Complete and submit a detailed online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting "APPLY" above or go to: www.piercecountywa.org/jobs .
• If you have a question about this opportunity, please email the Recruitment Team at PCHRRecruit@piercecountywa.gov and specify the Job Number and Title.
• If you do not have internet access, you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
• Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing process or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at (253) 798-7480, at least two days prior to the need.
  
  

This is a competitive selection process. Your application will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the County's needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 2 to 3 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include assessments, phone screen, and interviews.

At Pierce County, diversity, equity, and inclusion means commitment, not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit, develop, and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and perspectives, committed to our vision. Employees of the County have local, direct, and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a place people are proud to call home?

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