Job Openings In Michigan Title:
Manager, Engineering - Design
Post Date
2/24/2017
Expiration Date
5/25/2017
Details:
SUMMARY:
The Manager- Engineering Design is responsible for the engineering design functions at the GLWA's Water Resource Recovery Facility and Combined Sewer Overflow Facilities. The Manager –Engineering Design will interface with consultants, regulators, permitting agencies, operations and maintenance staff to lead multiple studies and design projects. The work involves a high level of independent judgment, initiative and discretion.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Responsible for the management and administration of the operations of a facility or functional unit. Manage and motivate a diverse workforce. Ensure the effective management of all assigned staff. Manage daily assignments. Develop, recommend and administer the annual operating and capital budgets for the unit to ensure expenditures are controlled, maintained and approved.Ensure that financial planning, performance measurement, and reporting are developed and in compliance with legislative requirements and are in support of the division's goals and objectives. Ensure compliance with all corporate and legislative requirements to meet operational, environmental, health and safety standards, and ensures effectiveness and compliance of maintenance and operations.
Liaise with elected officials, public, and represents division on various committees dealing with complaints, requests for information and safety concerns.Must possess a valid Michigan Driver’s License and the ability to drive a motor vehicle on all terrain as well as be available to perform shift work which includes all day, afternoon, night, weekend and holiday assignments.Follow security and safety policies and procedures in carrying out work duties as well as wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) relative to the specific classification within the title.Provide on the job training.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
•Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
•Five years of recent management and operational experience gained through progressively more responsible positions in the utility industry
•A Michigan Professional Engineering License
•Significant Engineering design experience with Waste Water Treatment Plants and CSO control facilities.
Other Requirements:
•Must have a valid State of Michigan Driver’s License
•Ability to work irregular hours, to commute to GLWA facilities and work sites
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE OF:
•Principles and practices of facility operations and/or functions performed by the functional unit
•Government legislation related to utility operations, technology and financial controls
•Basic Geographical Information Systems
•Sewage collection systems
SKILL TO:
•Make effective decisions
•Promote and foster team work environment
•Establish and operate in an environment which provides the capacity for excellence
•Utilize various competencies that include highly developed human relations skills
•Manage the organization to meet the established Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s)
•Supervise installation or renovation of capital budget projects
•Implement and utilize information systems to ensure technology maximizes operation performance
•Participate in identifying corporate goals as well as strategic and business planning and evaluation
•Participate in the implementation of new initiatives
•Communicate both verbally and in writing with all levels of the organization
•Negotiate and develop solid internal and external relationships
•Exercise superior computer, analytical, problem solving and conflict resolution skills
•Use advanced technology
ABILITY TO:
•Manage staff by directing assignments
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Prepare financial budgets and monitor of expenditures
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Manage a multidisciplinary staff including hiring and handling labor and employee relation issues.
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Plan and build reliability and efficiencies in the facility and/or the organization to ensure uninterrupted services
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Motivate, train, lead, and develop staff for improved performance and efficiency
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Maintain effective working relationships with others
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Effectively utilize appropriate security and safety equipment and procedures
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Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
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Understand and follow verbal and written instructions
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Develop proficiency in unit specific operations and software
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Problem solve effectively
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Communicate frequently with team members and other units across the Organization about process, equipment or potential problems
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Develop proficiency in unit specific operations and software
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Direct team activities or to work as a team member
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This position requires extensive computer use and extended time seated in meetings.This position also requires the ability to walk throughout the plants and facilities.
Environmental Working Requirements:
May work in an office, plant or field environment. This position requires the ability to work in all conditions involving exposure to outside elements and seasonal weather.
Qualifications:
•Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
•Five years of recent management and operational experience gained through progressively more responsible positions in the utility industry
•A Michigan Professional Engineering License
•Significant Engineering design experience with Waste Water Treatment Plants and CSO control facilities.
Employer:
Great Lakes Water Authority
Contact:
Tekia Jones
Address:
735 Randolph
Work Phone:
313-964-9800
Email:
Tekia.Jones@glwater.org
Website:
glwater.org