Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District

Program Manager - Construction Management

Job Description

Under general direction, perform work of considerable difficulty in the management of staff personnel assigned to one of the following division programs within the Engineering Department.

Construction Management Division

This Division consists of four (4) areas of responsibility, two (2) of which are assigned to a Program Manager position. These are: (1) the management of the District's office and field inspectors and engineers responsible for the construction inspection and contract management of construction projects designed to address deficiencies in the storm, sanitary and combined sewer system as part of the District's Capital Improvement and Replacement Program (CIRP); (2) the management of District's office and field inspectors and engineers responsible for serving as the "owner's representative" on large capital construction projects such as storage facilities, tunnels and treatment plant improvements for which the District utilizes consultant contract management services.

Essential Functions: Provides leadership and manages the daily operations of a program within the Engineering Department; directs, develops, and motivates staff to meet the objectives that assist in achieving the District's strategic plan; plan, organize and direct all activities of a program as required to achieve program goals; manage and supervise the daily activities of personnel assigned to the program; coordinate activities with other programs within the Division and the Department; maintain working relationship with public officials; maintain records and prepare reports. Regular functions may include but are not limited to coordinating activities with District legal staff, coordinating activities with other Departments within the District, attend and/or conduct public hearings and presentations.

Additional Responsibilities: May assist in developing departmental policies, procedures and guidelines; perform related duties as required or delegated by supervisor.

Qualifications

Training and Experience: Bachelor's degree from a recognized college or university with major course work in engineering as deemed appropriate for the related program and eight years' experience as a licensed Professional Engineer in a related area together with progressive supervisory experience. Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Missouri, or the ability to obtain this license within six months of hire.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Considerable management and technical knowledge of program area; considerable skill in management techniques and application; thorough knowledge of the District rules, regulations, policies and procedures as they relate to the program; considerable skill in maintaining effective working relationships with consulting engineers, contractors, private developers, governmental officials, the general public and District personnel; extensive oral and written communication skills; considerable skill in planning, supervising and coordinating the work of others; considerable skill in preparing technical reports and maintaining records; good knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing and design software.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

Licensure as Professional Engineer in the State of Missouri for the position's field of expertise.

Must possess a valid driver's license issued by the state in which the employee resides.

Pursuant to MSD's "Substance Abuse Policy and Procedures," this position has been designated as safety sensitive and candidate must pass a Non-D.O.T. Drug Test for this position. Employees occupying this position are not subject to Federal (D.O.T.) Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations.

Company Description

The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District (MSD) is a Missouri State special purpose political subdivision that is responsible for the St. Louis areas stormwater and sewer collection and treatment. MSD ranks in the nation's top wastewater utilities and anticipates spending approximately $4.7 billion on capital investment and asset sustainability over a multi-decade period.

The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District (MSD) is a Missouri State special purpose political subdivision that is responsible for the St. Louis areas stormwater and sewer collection and treatment. MSD ranks in the nation's top wastewater utilities and anticipates spending approximately $4.7 billion on capital investment and asset sustainability over a multi-decade period.
  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Project Management and Information Technology
  • Industries

    Utilities

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