Chief of Design & Construction
The individual selected will lead the North Shore Design and Construction Division located in Newport News, Virginia.
Brief Description:
Under broad guidance, the Chief of Design and Construction is responsible for:
a. Providing design and construction services using outside consultants and contractors
b. Providing limited in-house design capability
c. Providing guidance and direction to staff members
d. Managing Professional Services Annual Contracts and related programs
e. Communicating the HRSD Mission, Vision and Values and modeling the Engineering Department Mission Statement
Job Requirements:
a .Education
1.Required
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field; Seminars and courses in wastewater design and operations, construction, materials, project management, scheduling, contracting, claims avoidance and negotiation, organization, motivation
2.Desired
Master’s degree in engineering, management or related curriculum
b. Experience
Required: Minimum of ten years experience in an engineering capacity Experience in project management of design and construction projects
c. Job-specific Technical Competencies
1.Required
a)Knowledge of civil engineering with a working knowledge of environmental, hydraulics, structural, materials, geotechnical, mechanical, electrical and construction engineering
b)Knowledge of planning, design and construction process for wastewater collection systems and treatment plants
c)Knowledge of procurement and contractual procedures
d)Knowledge of business administration principles
e)Knowledge of general functions and duties of other HRSD or similar Departments
f)Skills in communicating, negotiating and seeing the big picture
g)Experience in leading, motivating, managing, hiring, training, problem solving, handling emergencies and high priority situations
h)Ability to meet critical project schedules; respond to off-hour requirements; and deal with stressful situations
d. Special Licenses
1.Required
a)Virginia Professional Engineer License
b)Valid Driver’s License from state of residence
2.Desired
a)Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
b)Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP) certification
e. HRSD Universal Competencies
HRSD is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. HRSD does not discriminate against individuals in employment on the basis of race, sex, including sexual orientation, pregnancy, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, engaging in protected activity or any additional protected characteristics recognized by federal, state and local law.
HRSD is a Drug Free Workplace.