Job Description

Job Location: ENGINEERING SERVICES - Brunswick, GA 31520
Salary Range: $85,895.39 Salary/year
Job Shift: DayJOB SUMMARYThis position is responsible for managing the operations of the Field Engineering Division of the Engineering Services Department.
MAJOR DUTIES
- Plans, coordinates, and manages municipal construction projects and field operations on all road and intersection improvement projects, drainage improvement projects, resurfacing and restriping projects, parking lot and site improvement projects, and highway and heavy civil projects from design completion through construction completion and contract closeout.
- Manages contracts; prepares bid documents to include RFPs and IFBs; assists in contractor selection; manages construction contracts, change orders, and payment applications; reviews contract documents and construction drawings; tracks expenditures and ensures construction projects stay within financial constraints.
- Serves as liaison between county leadership, contractors, subcontractors, utility owners, engineers, state and local agencies, other county departments, and the public; conducts pre-bid meetings, pre-construction meetings, and project progress meetings; responds to inquiries and complaints from state agencies and the public related to construction activity.
- Performs constructability reviews on all proposed road, drainage, and infrastructure projects; provides direction and markups to design firms; performs quantity take offs of design plans to quantify and verify future bid items for construction.
- Monitors project schedules and coordinates with contractors, engineers, utility companies, governmental agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure that project stays on schedule and to minimize disruptions to services.
- Ensures adherence to all applicable codes, laws, rules, policies, and regulations; ensures compliance with safety procedures; conducts regular site inspections to monitor construction progress and quality and manage documentation for inspections, permits, and approvals.
- Performs cost analysis and provides opinions of probable cost on proposed construction projects; participates in the development of project scopes, budgets, timelines, and procurement strategies.
- Provides assistance to other county departments in the form of field design assistance, coordination, advisement, and contract management to various county departments.
- Assists with the inspection and review of private development for final acceptance; assists in the inspection or roadway and storm infrastructure.
- Supervises and trains field inspection staff and survey crew.
- Performs related duties.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION
- Knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices.
- Knowledge of public works infrastructure construction, maintenance, and repair principles.
- Knowledge of project management principles and practices.
- Knowledge of contract management principles and practices.
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local guidelines, rules, and regulations.
- Knowledge of construction inspection principles and practices.
- Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
- Skill in oral and written communication
- Skill in problem solving.
- Skill in prioritizing and planning.
- Skill in conducting construction inspections and in the enforcement of codes, ordinances, and regulations.
- Skill in interpersonal relations.
- Skill in directing the work of personnel.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
The Engineering Services Director assigns work in terms of division goals and objectives. The supervisor reviews work through conferences, reports, and observation of division activities.
GUIDELINES
Guidelines include GDOT standards and specifications, Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices guidelines, Brunswick Glynn Joint Water and Sewer Commission standards and details, GSWCC standards and regulations, OSHA regulations, and county and department policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.
COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK
- The work consists of varied construction project management and inspection duties. The need to coordinate with a variety of stakeholders adds to the complexity of the position.
- The purpose of this position is to manage capital projects for the county. Successful performance contributes to the success of capital projects, including compliance with timelines, budget guidelines, standards, specifications, rules, and regulations.
CONTACTS
- Contacts are typically with co-workers, other county staff, property owners, contractors, design professionals, state inspectors, state and federal agency representatives, and members of the public.
- Contacts are typically to exchange information, motivate persons, negotiate matters, resolve problems, and provide services.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT
- The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, or walking. The employee uses tools or equipment that require a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and uses the sense of smell.
- The work is typically performed in an office and outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to dust, dirt, grease, and machinery with moving parts. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, steel-toe boots, safety vests, etc.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
This position directly supervises the Construction Inspector and the Engineering Technician.
QUALIFICATIONS & BENEFITSKnowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field. Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the work of subordinate positions to be able to answer questions and resolve problems, usually associated with one to three years’ experience or service. Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated. Preferred qualifications would include GSWCC Inspector Certification and GSWCC Plan Review Certification
Benefits:
- Bi-weekly payroll
- 12 hours of PTO per month
- 12 paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- No-Cost Employee Health Clinic
- Health Care Plan, Life Insurance, and Long-term Disability
- Deferred Compensation, Voluntary Benefits
- Retirement - Defined Contribution Plan