Provides technical leadership, engineering oversight, and personnel management to the engineering and asset management personnel supporting the operations and capital planning and improvements associated with Water Supply treatment/distribution, Wastewater treatment/collection and Stormwater management/collection.

• Selects and supervises Engineering and Asset Management workgroup staff, provides development opportunities, ensures work is performed effectively and evaluates performance of staff in an objective and positive manner.
• Responsible for the assignment and coordination of water resources technical support within the Engineering and Asset Management team; ensures proper resourcing of projects and adherence to project schedules based on priorities established in consultation with the Director of Operations and Engineering and the Division Director.
• Responsible for the development and maintenance of Water Resources standard construction details and specifications and collaborates with others in the Department of Public Works
• Oversees the preparation of and reviews and approves plans, specifications, cost estimates, requests for proposals and other contract documents for large, complex Water / Wastewater / Stormwater design engineering and construction projects
• Responsible for the final QA/QC review of design calculations, technical reports, permitting, detailed design and engineering plans and specifications for Water / Wastewater / Stormwater projects including; plant upgrades, storage facilities, pipelines, pump stations, distribution / collection systems, water/wastewater treatment systems, and stormwater management practices including green infrastructure practices.
• With the support of the assigned personnel, provides significant input into the Capital Improvement Planning for Water supply treatment/distribution, Wastewater treatment/collection and Stormwater management/collection systems.
• Will exercise judgement on details of work and in making preliminary selections and adaptations of engineering alternatives; makes recommendations to the Director of Operations and Engineering and the Division Director.
• Ensures the accurate and timely completion of comprehensive engineering review of all public and private development projects
• Coordinates the selection of consulting engineers; negotiates the scope of services and fees with consultants and suppliers; supports the engineers in the coordination and technical oversight coordination of consultants engaged in the engineering design and resident engineering inspection of water, wastewater, stormwater treatment and conveyance
• Works with developers, contractors, engineers and others regarding unusual design and construction challenges.
• Coordinates the technical support to the Stormwater Program in the identification, design and construction of large/complex green infrastructure stormwater practices to improve water quality and reduce water quantity discharge to the collection system.
• Coordinates technical support for support for Water Distribution, Water Production, Wastewater Treatment and Pumping as assigned by the Director of Operations and Engineering.
• In collaboration with the Director of Finance and Administration, ensures accurate and detailed project financial management of workgroup’s assigned projects in compliance with established workflows.
• Seeks consultation from City Engineer as indicated by project complexity or implications for other City infrastructure or slope stability.
• Together with the Director of Operations, Ensures the consistent and efficient coordination of Water Resources projects within the assigned workgroup with DPW Technical Services right of way/streetscape projects. Oversees and provides QA/QC for computer modeling (PCSWMM, KYPipe2000) related to water resources.
• Prepares written technical reports.
• Provides support to Water Resources asset management plan compliance.
• May be required, as necessary, to perform the duties of Engineering and Asset Management subordinates.
• Represents the city at various public forums.
• Prepares, submits and presents reports to the Mayor, City Council, Public Works Commission and other committees regarding assigned activities.
• Ensures staff observe and comply with all City and OSHA safety rules, regulations and protocols.
• Maintains accurate records and files.

• Performs other duties as required.

• Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with demonstrated experience in at least 2 of the following fields (Water supply, Wastewater Treatment/Collection, Stormwater
• Management). Additional experience may be substituted for a degree requirement on a two-for-one year basis.
• Vermont PE license or other State license with ability to obtain Vermont PE within 6 months of hire.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the Water Resources Engineering field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a supervisory or team lead role, including experience leading small teams strongly preferred.
• Functional understanding and experience with AutoCad.
• Must have experience in project management, including developing and maintaining project budgets, schedules, procurement and project controls.
• Must have experience in water/wastewater/stormwater (or, at a minimum some combination of at least 2 of those areas, i.e. water/wastewater, wastewater/stormwater or water/stormwater) design and construction administration/oversight project as a task manager or design/technical lead on a variety of projects.
• Preferred experience with municipal public works infrastructure planning, design, construction, operations.
• Preferred functional understanding and experience with ArcGIS.
• Must have experience operating hydraulic and hydrologic models; preferred experience building, calibrating, operating KYPipe 2000 and PCSWMM models.
• Must have knowledge of methods, materials, procedures, and standard practices of construction, including public works projects; contract negotiation and administration;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience with public speaking and the ability to present public education programs
• Must have the ability to occasionally work beyond normal hours, at night or weekends and to travel to various seminars and conferences for the benefit of the Department.
• Must have the ability to exercise independent judgment within the limits of the position.
• Ability to delegate, direct and review the work of subordinate staff and the ability to train staff in engineering and construction principles and City workflows and procedures.
• Ability to communicate professionally and diplomatically with other DPW Divisions, City Departments, contractors and the public regarding the various projects under development and construction.
• Ability to read, analyze and modify specifications and blueprints to ensure work complies with all contract specifications.
• Ability to establish and maintain good relations with his/her co-workers.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Vermont State Driver’s license required.
• Ability to receive constructive criticism and react appropriately.
• Strong problem solving and organizational skills required.
• Ability to be flexible and able to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
• Ability to meet schedules and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Must be able to operate and have a general working knowledge of personal computers, telephone communications equipment and other standard office devices.
• Regular attendance is necessary and is essential to meeting the expectations of the job functions.
• Ability to understand and comply with City standards, safety rules and personnel policies.
• Must have strong computer skills; demonstrated ability to effectively use computer equipment and related software; competent in use of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Powerpoint.).

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The City of Burlington is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are strongly committed to creating a dynamic and equitable work-force that mirrors the population and world that we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of political or religious affiliation, race, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, crime victim status, veteran status, disability, HIV positive status, or genetic information in employment or the provision of services.

In addition to being an equal opportunity employer we actively encourage applicants who can contribute to our growing diversity to apply.

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