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Engineering Administrator (Street Services)
City of Garland
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Posted: 20-Jun-25
Location: Garland, Texas
Type: Full Time
Salary: $120,000 - $145,000
Years of Experience:
5 - 10
Salary Details:
(Depending on qualifications and experience)
Internal Number: JR101830
Summary
Under general direction of the department director, responsible for directing operations for a Street Department division to ensure administration, design, construction, inspection and maintenance of Public Works projects are monitored and managed for compliance with all requirements. Responsible for the administration of design and construction contracts and acts as the designated project manager for some projects. Oversees the department’s GIS and asset management program. Assist in development of short-term and long-term strategic objectives to meet department needs. Participates in work programming activities for infrastructure assets in collaboration with other department divisions and city departments.
Starting Pay Range: $120,000 - $145,000 (Depending on qualifications and experience)
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Manages, oversees and directs division activities and operations comprising the following programs: construction inspection/quality control, design/survey, and GIS/asset management
Align division programs, projects, operations and resources to meet department strategic goals.
Plan, organize, monitor and evaluate division staff. Select, train, supervise, evaluate, counsel, and discipline assigned professional and technical staff.
Manage all phases for assigned Public Works projects and special projects
Administer various contracts supporting division functions, ensuring compliance with contract terms and conditions
Oversee and monitor the life cycle for asset management systems
Ensure construction plans, contract documents and related deliverables comply with regulations and city technical standards and specifications.
Prepare, implement and administer division budget. Monitor budget execution to ensure forecasted spending commitments are met.
Collaborate with other department divisions to develop multi-year work program for asset improvements that maximizes asset service life
Monitor functional areas to identify areas for needed changes and process improvements. Develop and benchmark policies and procedures that enhance the quality of division programs consistent with industry best practices.
Define, track and report division key performance indicators and other metrics in alignment with the city’s strategic plan
Provide quality service to customers and other stakeholders by responding to concerns, inquiries and complaints with timeliness and professionalism
Participate in community engagement and other outreach activities designed to promote the department. Represent the department at various internal and external meetings
Participate in coordinated response to natural disasters, critical incidents, and other emergencies outside of normally scheduled work hours
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
10 years experience in public works design and construction, project management, operations or related experience
3 years supervisory experience, preferably in a local or county government environment
Registered Professional Engineer
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Preferred Qualifications
Education/ Experience:
Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Public Administration, or a related field of study
10+ years experience in public works design and/or construction
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Extensive knowledge of Civil Engineering, construction, design, and surveying principles, techniques, and practices in association with public works projects
Knowledge of project management principles, preferably within the framework of the Project Management Institute (PMI) knowledge areas
Knowledge of asset management principles for municipal infrastructure assets that include street pavement, alleys, sidewalks, and stormwater infrastructure
Knowledge of Cartegraph Asset Management System or other asset management software systems
Knowledge of ArcGIS and Computer Aided Design (CAD) programs, preferably AutoCAD
Knowledge of procedures for procurement of professional and construction services
Advance skill in operation of a personal computer, including skill in use of Microsoft Office applications
Skill in development of project, program and operational budgets, including budgeting comprising multiple funding sources such as general fund, water/sewer fund, bond funds, grant funds, and stormwater utility funds
Ability to evaluate and develop administrative policies and procedures
Ability to evaluate resource allocation to optimize cost and time savings
Ability to multi-task and to work independently in an office environment and in outdoor settings subject to environmental and climate variations
Ability to read, write and interpret construction documents and plans, procedure manuals, policies and technical documentation
Ability to independently compose written technical and non-technical deliverables including but not limited to policies, operating procedures, job aides, specifications, and Powerpoint presentations.
Ability to effectively communicate written and orally in English
Ability to work outside of normal work hours to attend meetings or respond to city emergencies
Licenses and Certifications
Valid Class C Texas driver's license
Licensed Professional Engineer as certified by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
The incumbent works the majority of the time in a typical office environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Frequent exposure to typical construction site environmental conditions and/or hazards is required.