Pay Range:

$89,509.77 - $134,264.90 annually

Overview:

This Work Matters!

The Department of Community Services’ Transportation division is looking for an Engineering Services Manager who is has the desire to manage road capital improvement projects on the county’s complex mix of urban and rural roads.  As the Engineering Services Manager, you will plan, organize, and supervise professional engineering design, construction, and project management functions for the county's road system in a manner that is consistent with the stated values and priorities of the County Board of Commissioners.  The Transportation division is seeking to fill one (1) Engineering Services Manager 1 position vacancy at its office location near Gresham (1620 SE 190th Avenue, Portland, OR 97233).

In this role, you will:

• Develop and implement projects within the county's Road Capital Improvement Program.
• Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, and review the work of staff engineers and engineer technicians involved with multiple and simultaneous multimillion dollar engineering design and construction projects.
• Build and maintain constructive and cooperative relationships with other agencies, including the City of: Gresham, Portland, Wood Village, Fairview, and Troutdale.

An ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• An understanding of the exhaustive attention to detail required to prepare design documents by contracted architects and engineers.
• Experience working with budgets from several thousand to several million dollars.
• The ability to develop plans and specifications based on national, state, and local codes, while following the public contracting rules, regulations and county procedures.
• Strong supervisory experience in managing engineers and technicians who are assigned to plan, design, and construct projects; providing mentorship and coaching; and assisting in their development and growth as county employees.
• The ability to evaluate current practices on an engineering program, develop improvements, and implement those improvements while cultivating the support of staff.
• An understanding of the values of the County Board of Commissioners and know how to apply them to infrastructure projects.
• A desire to perform hands-on work in many complex projects.

Who we are:

The Multnomah County Road Capital Improvement section manages capital and maintenance projects on the county’s 275 miles of rural and urban roadways.  Our primary goals are to provide safe transportation facilities for the public, to protect the public investment by preserving our roads, to help plan for the transportation needs of the 500,000 new residents expected in the Portland area by the year 2020, and to achieve these goals within the framework of the County Board's values.  Our facilities serve pedestrians, cyclists, automobile commuters, buses, and commercial users.

As part of the Department of Community Services, it is our mission is to preserve harmony between natural and built environments, keep people and pets safe, and ensure every voice is heard through a diverse group of programs, including land use planning, transportation, animal services, elections, and budget and operations support.  This department is an incredibly diverse department, and your role will be too.

Our County Values:

Social Justice – Promote equity in the community, include people who have not been included in the past, and help those who need help.

Health – Support a healthy community from birth through adulthood.

Public Safety – Maintain safe neighborhoods through prevention, intervention, and enforcement.

Integrity – Be honest and trustworthy, creating transparency and harmony between what we think, say, and do; put the county’s mission above personal goals.

Stewardship – Demonstrate tangible, cost effective results from our work; decisions are clear, evidence-based, and fair.

Creativity and Innovation – Think in new ways, value new opinions, and recognize ingenuity and resourcefulness.

Sustainability – Focus on the long-term environmental and economic well-being of the community.

What we can offer you:

With us, you will be challenged.  You will be encouraged to excel.  You will be given the opportunity to build a rewarding career.  And you will be proud to be a part of Transportation division.  You will become a part of a strong organization dedicated to providing outstanding services to the community.  Imagine working on complex transportation projects, being challenged to develop your skills and experience, and being provided with opportunities to build a successful career.  If this opportunity sounds like your next challenge, apply today!

To Qualify:

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required.  Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant.  For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

• Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in an engineering discipline, such as civil or structural.
• Three (3) years of responsible engineering experience.
• Two (2) years managing road or bridge design and construction projects.
• One (1) year leadership or supervisory experience.
• Possession of a valid driver license.
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification in Oregon. If registered in another state, must be able to obtain Oregon PE through reciprocity within six (6) months of accepting position.

Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify.  However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates.  Please clearly explain in your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

• Master's degree in engineering.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including advanced skills in public speaking and community engagement.
• Thorough knowledge of mathematical, physical, and engineering sciences.
• Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local statutes, codes, regulations, and safety requirements involving road, fixed bridge, or movable bridge design and construction.
• Thorough knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of road, fixed bridge or movable bridge design and construction activities.
• Experience managing multimillion dollar capital projects during planning, design, and construction to ensure schedule, quality, and budget.
• Ability to effectively supervise projects and assigned resources to ensure contracts are properly executed and completed.
• Ability to effectively plan, supervise, and review preliminary and final plans, specifications, and estimates.
• Ability to effectively apply strategic planning process in establishing and meeting objectives.
• Ability to understand and recognize errors and omissions in plans and contracts, resolve errors, and seek solutions in a timely professional manner.
• Ability to select, supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff while cultivating a positive and connected work atmosphere.
• Ability to lead through collaboration, team building, mentoring, and coaching, and model this leadership style for others.

*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position.  Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

Screening and Evaluation:

For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.  We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows.  The selection process is subject to change.

Required Application Packet:

1)  A completed online application.

2)  An uploaded resume covering relevant experience and education.  Please include the following for each employer: name of employer, location, dates of employment, your title, and a summary of your responsibilities, and if applicable, the number of employees under your supervision.

3)  (optional) An uploaded cover letter that expands on your resume and addresses why you are interested in this opportunity, and provides specific examples to demonstrate how your experience and skills align with the descriptions in the “Overview” section of this job posting, and meet the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position.  Please limit your cover letter to one (1) page.

Note: The application, resume, and cover letter should clearly demonstrate your work experience/skills and how they relate to the descriptions provided in the ‘Overview’ and ‘To Qualify’ sections of this job posting.  Please be thorough, as these materials will be used to determine your eligibility for an interview.

• When completing the application on Workday as an external candidate through https://multco.us/jobs, you will come to a page where you will see the "Resume/CV" section. This is the place where you will need to upload your resume and cover letter by clicking the “Upload” button for EACH document you’d like to upload. There will be no other prompts for you to upload your resume and cover letter.

• If you are an internal candidate, your job application will consist of the career profile that you complete in Workday.  Before you apply, please make sure to do the following:
  • Navigate to your profile in Workday (see: employee launch guide) and click on the “Career” section of your profile.
  • Complete all sections of your career profile (Job History, Education, Skills, Languages, Certifications, etc.).
• When completing the application on Workday as an internal candidate, you will need to scroll down to see the “Resume/Cover Letter” section on your screen. This is the place where you will need to upload your resume and cover letter by clicking the “Upload” button for EACH document you’d like to upload.  There will be no other prompts for you to upload your resume and cover letter.

• Do not click the “Submit” button before you upload your documents.

The Selection Process:

• Initial review of minimum qualifications.
• Evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates.
• Consideration of top candidates, which may include phone interviews, panel interviews, and/or additional testing.
• Professional reference checks.

Additional Information:

Only apply once for this opportunity.

The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future full-time, part-time, temporary, limited duration, and on-call positions.

Type of Position:  This salaried, non-represented position is not eligible for overtime.

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00AM – 3:30PM

Location:  John B. Yeon Facility, 1620 SE 190th Avenue, Portland, OR 97233