What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Standards Engineering Manager position at WSSC Water?
Posting Details
Position Information
Functional Title
Technical Standards Engineering Manager
Recruitment Category Type
Standard
Functional Category
Engineering & Construction
Grade
EG.16
FLSA Status
Exempt
Requisition Number
25-0167
Number of Vacancies
Job Level
Non-Management
Job Code
N / A
Job Description Summary
Organization Name
Engineering & Environmental Services
Reports to
Section Manager, Contract Services
Full or Part Time
Full Time
If Part Time how many hours per week
Regular or Temporary
Regular
Position End Date (if temporary)
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday 8 : 00am-5 : 00pm
Position Location
Laurel
Position Summary Information
General Summary
The Technical Standards Engineering Manager is responsible for creating, establishing, and maintaining pipeline and facility construction specifications. The incumbent will provide expert advice to the design and construction engineering staff and provide technical assistance and training related to specifications and design manuals.
Essential Functions
- Develops and / or coordinates with others in the development and revisions of design guidelines, design criteria, standard practices, and specifications for the design and construction of facilities and pipeline projects
- Establishes and maintains regulations according to standard specifications.
- Assists staff in developing associated policies and procedures to ensure the highest standards of quality are maintained by the regulated engineering trades consistent with Code(s)
- Researches products, manufacturers, codes & standards, as well as rules & regulations related to writing specifications
- Assists electrical / mechanical and civil sections with developing associated policies and procedures,
- Ensures that the highest standards of service are performed and that the Code is presented and interpreted in a fair and consistent manner
- Performs plan reviews to ensure compliance with all WSSC Water Standard Specifications
- Coordinates and assists in making highly technical judgment determinations on code interpretation related to the WSSC Water Pipeline Design Manual, Standard Specifications, and other guidelines that affect water and sewer pipeline designs, life, health, and public safety
- Develops and maintains design, construction standards, and details for new and existing water and sewer pipelines and protection of existing water and sewer pipelines
- Coordinates with other WSSC Water Divisions and public agencies regarding design standards for water and sewer pipelines
- Coordinates design standards and requirements between the pipeline design manual, WSSC Water Standard Details for Construction, and General Conditions and Standard Specifications
- Writes new design standards, specifications, and details for new construction methods and new materials, using National Standards, i.e. as AWWA, ASTM, NACE, etc.
- May serve as a technical subject matter expert on design requirements / standards and construction activities
- Provides regular feedback and reports to supervisor on matters of special interest or sensitivity that require immediate attention
- Prepares technical documents (specifications and other contract documents) for water / wastewater and facility projects
- Interprets contract specifications and documents for resolution of legal and contractual matters
- Serves as a technical resource for engineering staff by answering questions, solving problems, and making recommendations on product selections
- Manages the material evaluation process for products submitted by manufacturers to WSSC Water
- Drives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water business
Other Functions
Work Environment And Physical Demands
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Minimum Education, Experience Requirements
Additional Requirements
Preferences
Salary
118,178 - $201,222
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.
Close Date
03 / 06 / 2025
Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Information
All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check / verification.
Eligible applicants will be reviewed for consideration after 2 / 6 / 25.
Salary : $118,178 - $201,222
