Local recruitment: TWDB - 26-82: Water Resources Engineer (Engineer II-V or Project Manager II-IV)

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Flood Protection Planning Grant department in the Flood Planning division of the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) is seeking highly motivated individuals to join the team who will have the opportunity to work with flood risk reduction efforts throughout Texas. This position will manage complex Flood Infrastructure Fund (FIF) Category 1 (CAT 1), Flood Management Evaluations (FME), and similar flood planning projects. The ideal candidate has knowledge of and experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, mapping, planning, design and construction of flood risk reduction projects. This person is experienced, and skilled in ensuring the grants are utilized appropriately to facilitate identification of flood risk and planning for appropriate flood risk reduction projects and that the work done by contractors meets requirements and the purpose of the funding program. Additionally, the ideal candidate should have experience with developing and managing contracts and contractors.

Performs moderately complex (journey-level) to advanced and/or managerial (senior-level) Engineering or Project Management work. Work involves technical analysis and engineering evaluation of watershed studies reports, managing grant contracts, schedules, budgets, change orders, and other required project and program documents for flood control planning projects funded by the TWDB. Serves as an advisor on engineering related matters and oversee reviews conducted by engineering reviewers on the team. Ensures that TWDB financial assistance projects comply with Board rules and makes recommendations on eligibility for funding and project approval. Ensures that projects comply with engineering related program requirements. Represents TWDB at assigned meetings and engagements. Serves as an information source for team members and other staff and provides training for TWDB staff and applicants on TWDB engineering processes. Works under general to minimal supervision, with limited to considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Manager of the Flood Protection Planning Grant Department.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Reviews applications for financial assistance and advises applicants on TWDB requirements according to the funding program.
• Serves as an advisor on engineering related matters and, as necessary, and oversees applicable reviews conducted by other Project Reviewers.
• Develops and manages grant and professional services contracts including assisting in developing scopes of work, budgets, and negotiating contract amendments.
• Develops relevant engineering information needed for Board consideration of funding requests and makes final recommendations on the feasibility of the proposed project/application.
• Coordinates with various federal and state agencies regarding projects and programs.
• Performs technical review and evaluation of engineering related documents; determines relevant deficiencies, options and recommendations to ensure compliance with TWDB rules and regulations.
• Monitors project schedules, budgets, and invoice costs and/or released costs to identify potential issues or delays.
• Serves as project manager, monitoring project schedules, budgets, and requirements, and reviewing eligibility and approving payment requests.
• Conducts on site observations to monitor the progress of the construction of TWDB-funded projects for compliance with TWDB rules and specifications.
• Assists owners with problem resolution, and ensures work is completed in accordance with approved contract document.
• Manages various aspects of projects, recommends course of action to reduce delays, and documents project files on significant actions.
• Provides information and assistance to appropriate TWDB staff and clients.
• Stays informed of changes to pertinent laws, regulations, guidelines, policies, and instructions and correctly applies them to assigned projects.
• Identifies and participates in TWDB agency and external job-related trainings.
• Provides support to additional flood planning teams due to temporary staffing conditions as assigned by the division director.
• Assists leadership and management in identifying process improvements and areas within the FPPG that need improvement or could be streamlined.
• Assists the Discipline Lead in reviewing and preparing procedures and guidelines and in conducting training as necessary.
• Promotes an environment that encourages teamwork, accountability, professional development, and improvement in performance.
• Conducts outreach efforts, including public speaking.
• Maintains current information in TWDB’s projects database (TxWise).
• May train and supervise the work of others.
• May participate in reviewing Regional Flood Plans, developing the State Flood Plan and related activities
• Maintains confidential and sensitive information.
• Ensures individual and team files (electronic and hard versions) are appropriately maintained and timely disposed of in accordance with the agency’s records retention procedures and schedule.
• Maintains required certifications and licenses and meets the continuing education needs and requirements of the position to include, attending mandatory training courses.
• May be required to operate a state or personal vehicle for business purposes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Professional Experience:
  • Candidates with Texas Professional Engineer (P.E.) License:
    • Engineer Classification Series:
      • Engineer II: One year of relevant work experience as a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Civil Engineering or a related field.
      • Engineer III: Two years of relevant work experience as a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Civil Engineering or a related field.
      • Engineer IV: Three years of relevant work experience as a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Civil Engineering or a related field.
      • Engineer V:  Four years of relevant work experience as a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Civil Engineering or a related field.
  • Candidates with Professional Engineer (P.E.) License in another U.S. State:
    • Project Manager Classification Series: 
      • Project Manager III: One year of relevant work experience as a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Civil Engineering or a related field.
      • Project Manager III-S: Two years of relevant work experience as a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Civil Engineering or a related field.
      • Project Manager IV: Three years of relevant work experience as a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Civil Engineering or a related field.
      • Project Manager IV-S: Four years of relevant work experience as a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Civil Engineering or a related field.
  • Candidates with a Texas Engineer in Training (E.I.T) Certification:
    • Project Manager Classification Series:
      • Project Manager II: Two years of relevant work experience in Civil Engineering or a related field.
      • Project Manager III: Four years of relevant work experience in Civil Engineering or a related field.
      • Project Manager IV: Six years of relevant work experience in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• License/Certification
  • Engineer Classification Series:
    • Licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Texas.
  • Project Manager Classification Series:
    • Licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in another U.S. state with the willingness AND ability to obtain a Texas P.E. license within six months of hire; or
    • Candidates certified as an Engineer in Training (E.I.T) by the State of Texas AND ability to obtain a Texas P.E. license within 12 months of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in planning, civil/environmental engineering, or related field.
• Four years of progressively responsible professional work experience managing projects/programs and supervising staff.
• Three years in project/contract management monitoring, in addressing changes in scope and budget, and in the use of a computer and applicable software.
• Experience developing and managing professional services contracts including developing scopes of work, budgets, and negotiating contract amendments.
• Knowledge of and experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, and mapping of flood risk.
• Experience in planning, prioritization, design and construction of flood risk reduction projects including riverine flood control, local flood control and costal flood control projects.
• Experienced and skilled to ensure the flood control planning grants are utilized appropriately to facilitate identification of flood risk, and planning for appropriate flood risk reduction projects and that the work done by contractors meets requirements and the purpose of the program funding.
• Experience with regulations related to floodplain and flood management, federal and state programs and permitting.
• Certified Flood Plain Manager.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to flood planning, floodplain management, flood risk reduction, and the Flood Protection Planning Grant Department.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration.
• Knowledge of engineering principles, techniques, and procedures.
• Knowledge of project engineering development.
• Knowledge of the design process.
• Skills in using Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and Access.
• Skills in use of internet, email, word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database software.
• Skills in comprehending technical material.
• Skills in implementation planning.
• Skills in the use of logic to assess options.
• Skills in identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Ability to maintain the security or integrity of critical infrastructure within Texas.
• Ability to meet agency in-office requirements.
• Ability to plan, design, and manage engineering projects.
• Ability to use deductive, inductive, and mathematical reasoning.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to adhere to work schedules, follow procedures with respect to leave and submit accurate timesheets by prescribed deadlines.
• Ability to make mature, objective decisions and identify areas of potential problems.
• Ability to perform effectively and willingly when changes occur in scope and nature of the work and work environment.
• Ability to perform routine and non-routine work assignments accurately and on-time with little or no supervision.
• Ability to perform assigned duties and improve work habits and/or output.
• Ability to complete assigned work, on time, neatly and with infrequent errors.
• Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Ability to provide prompt, courteous and accurate assistance and clear and concise communication to all stakeholders both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work and cooperate with others in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to stand/sit/move to perform activities such as retrieve/replace files in a large file system for boxes up to 30 lbs.
• Ability and willingness to travel 5% of the time, primarily within the State of Texas.
• Ability to operate a vehicle (state or personal) for state business and maintain a driver’s license and driving record that complies with state and agency requirements.
• Ability to work shifts that may exceed 8 hours, including early mornings, nights, and weekends.
• Ability to train others.