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Engineer CP

Salary

$85,643.74 - $94,720.60 Annually

Location

611 Walker Street

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

33613

Department

Houston Public Works

Opening Date

04/17/2024

Closing Date

5/1/2024 11:59 PM Central

• Description

• Benefits

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Section: Capital Projects - Infrastructure

Reporting Location: 611 Walker 17th floor

Workdays & Hours: M-F, 8am -5pm*

• Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provides technical expertise in the administration and supervision of design and construction of horizontal Capital Improvement Projects such as installation of water and/or wastewater lines, street construction, and drainage improvement projects. Prepares and/or reviews design and construction contracts, plans, specifications, technical reports, cost estimates, invoices and pay estimates, supplemental agreements or appropriations, change orders, request for information and request for council action. Attends and conducts design/construction progress meetings and on-site field observations/inspections. Supervises and manages design consultants and construction contractors. Investigates and responds to inquiries by other City of Houston departments, consultants, agencies, contractors and the general public.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position is physically comfortable; the individual has some discretion about walking, standing, bending, lifting, etc.

This is a Department of Houston Public Works Position at the Tier III Level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires graduation from an approved curriculum in engineering by the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers with satisfactory standing;

OR

Requires graduation from an engineering or related science curriculum at a recognized institution of higher education, other than a curriculum approved by the Board, and passage of the eight-hour fundamentals of engineering examination prescribed by the Board.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Four (4) years of active practice in engineering work after graduation from an approved curriculum in engineering are required.

Substitution: A Master’s degree in Engineering may be substituted for up to two years of the above experience requirement

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Requires registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas.

Professional Engineers from out-of-state must

be hired in a position directly under the supervision of a Professional Engineer licensed by the State of Texas; AND

obtain their license as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas within six months from date of hire for continued employment with the City of Houston.

Requires a valid Texas Driver’s License and compliance with the City of Houston policy on driving (AP 2-2).

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to applicants with experience in design, construction, and project management. Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing, decision oriented, problem-solving attitude and computer skills will be preferred. Ideal candidate will have a degree concentration in Civil Engineering.

Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None

However, the department may administer a skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: YES

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE 26

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-6737

If you need special services or accommodations 832-393-6737 (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan.

Benefits include:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Wellness

• Life insurance

• Long-term disability

• Retirement pension

• 457 deferred compensation plan

• Employee Assistance Program

• 10 days of vacation each year

• 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday

• Flexible schedules

• Professional development opportunities

• Transportation/parking plan

• Section 125 pretax deductions

• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan

• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

01

Please select the highest level of education completed.

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree or Higher

• None of the above

  02

  Did you graduate from an approved curriculum in engineering that is approved by the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers with satisfactory standing? OR Did you graduate from an engineering or related science curriculum at a recognized institution of higher education, other than a curriculum approved by the Board, and passed of the (8) hour fundamentals of engineering examination prescribed by the Board? OR Possession of a valid Professional Engineer (P.E.) Certificate issues by the Board under the current requirements of the Texas Engineering Practice Act.

• Yes

• No

  03

  Do you have a Master's Degree in Engineering?

• Yes

• No

  04

  Do you have a valid/current driver's license?

• Yes

• No

  05

  Are you a register licensed Professional engineer?

• Yes

• No

  06

  How many years of active practice in engineering work AFTER graduation from an approved curriculum in engineering do you have?

• Less Than 2 years

• 2 years but less than 4 years

• 4 years but less than 6years

• 6 years or more

• No experience

  07

  How many years have you been a licensed Professional Engineer?

• Less than 2 years

• 2 years

• 3 years

• 4 years or more

  08

  What is your degree concentration?

  09

  Please give a couple of examples of the project(s) that you worked on in last three years. What were your roles and the responsibilities in the project(s).

  10

  Which of the following do you have VERIFIABLE work experience with? (Check all that apply)

• Design

• Construction

• Capital Improvement

• Project Management

• None of the above

  11

  Are you currently a city of Houston employee?

• Yes

• No

  12

  Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or general discharge under honorable conditions?

• Yes

• No

  Required Question