Utilities Engineering Manager

Manages the engineering and construction of capital improvements for two water treatment plants, the water distribution and storage system, and the Water Pollution Control Facility.  Manages the raw water supply and finished water distribution system.  

Position Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:30pm; ability to respond to emergencies.
Salary: $100,297.60- $140,462.40 annually

Successful completion of a pre-employment background check, physical examination (if applicable) and drug screen are required prior to employment with the City of Cedar Rapids.

Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills

• Manages the overall utilities and facilities infrastructure, including internal and external engineering staff, design, bidding, construction and construction inspection services, and drives the city’s initiatives related to the utility department.
• Improves, implements, and administers policies and procedures to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of departmental operations related to water treatment and distribution and wastewater treatment.
• Leads in procuring consulting engineering firms, including preparation of proposals, interviews, and contract negotiation; oversees grant preparation and submittals.
• Manages and implements the engineering work group’s budget, including capital improvement project planning, reviewing expenditures,  and forecasting and analyzing cost variances.
• Manages the development of purchasing specifications and requests for proposals for the purchase of construction and water distribution equipment and materials.
• Supervises the work of assigned personnel, including assigning and reviewing work, providing guidance, training, and conducting performance evaluations.
• Serves as department liaison with state agencies and as spokesperson to news media in coordination with the Utilities Director. Responds to requests and inquiries from internal and external customers.
• Oversees utility GIS management programs and recommends implementation of systems that support the city’s infrastructure.
• Represents the City in mediation settlements and at eminent domain proceedings for utilities projects.
• Serves on the Utilities management team. Recommends capital improvement projects planning.
• Develops and delivers reports and presentations to city council and public groups concerning policies, projects, and regulatory compliance issues. 
• Reviews, analyzes, and manages technical data and maintains engineering, design, contract and specification records. 
• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with city policies, procedures and safety practices.
• Performs related work as required.

Minimum qualifications & Requirements

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or an applicable Engineering field  and
• Five (5) to seven (7) years’ experience in engineering design and construction oversight of water and wastewater treatment, collection, and distribution systems including experience with contract documents, engineering agreements, utilities financing, and project scheduling  or
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse population

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Licensed as a Professional Engineer in the State of Iowa or if issued by another state, the ability to obtain within 6 months
• Valid Iowa Driver’s License 

Desired Qualifications

• Management experience in a union environment
• Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering or an applicable Engineering field

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

• Civil engineering principles and practices for the design, construction, maintenance and repair of water and wastewater production, treatment, and conveyance systems.
• City ordinances and policies as related to water distribution development and implementation.
• Construction practices and methods.
• Professional services contracts, construction contracts, bidding practices, and various state and federal rules and requirements
• Municipal finance practices
• OSHA regulations and construction safety practices
• Federal, state and local environmental regulations

Skills in:

• Assigning, prioritizing, monitoring, and reviewing work assignments
• Communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders using both technical and non-technical language
• Strategic thinking and planning
• Process improvement

Ability to:

• Work cooperatively and develop and maintain effective working relationships
• Coordinate with external agencies and stakeholders
• Manage and administer budgets
• Implement new policies and processes
• Prepare accurate and reliable reports containing findings, conclusions, recommendations for a variety of reports containing engineering and regulatory terminology.

Information

• Location: Cedar Rapids, United States

Industry experience

Education: Masters

Seniority: Manager, Director, Professor

Years of experience: 5 to 10 years

Taxonomy

• Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Urban Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering