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Job Posting: Open until filled

Salary: Commensurate with experience

General Description and Classification Standards

The Director II (Technical Services) is the Chief Engineer in the Office of Linear Infrastructure Operations (OLIO). The purpose of the position is to provide comprehensive operations technical support and guidance to the planning, design, construction, investigation and operation of the water distribution system and sewer collection and conveyance system infrastructure. The Civil Engineer Manager interfaces with the OLIO senior DWM leadership, engineers, managers, operating staff, contractors, consultants, utilities, government agencies, developers and the general public in the execution of the mandate to maintain quality water supply and collection services to DWM customers.

This position requires the use of independent judgment and discretion in setting priorities, maintaining standards, and resolving problems. Has the ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply regulations, procedures, and related information. Has the mathematical ability to handle required calculations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Responds to the direction of the Director II of Technical Services and the OLIO Deputy Commissioner to address emergency or pressing needs impacting the system or specific customers.
• Interfaces with counterparts in other DWM departments (i.e. OCCBS, OES, OPA, OWP, OWTR) and external City of Atlanta departments such as AFRD, DOA, DOL, DOP, DPW, Renew Atlanta with a focus on operational integrity of the water and sewer infrastructure.
• Interfaces with external agencies such as GDOT, EPD, DeKalb County Water, City of Sandy Springs, GA Tech etc. as required in the planning, design, construction and operation of water/wastewater facilities.
• General support for field engineers, inspectors, project managers, valve team operations, system flow testing and records personnel.
• Contract and project development in response to needed system improvements.
• Manage contracts as directed by the OLIO Deputy Commissioner.
• Performs field investigations, research and response to water and wastewater related claims and lawsuits against the City of Atlanta.
• Provides effective communication (written and oral) with citizens, developers, contractors, plumbers, etc. and other internal DWM staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications – Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Registered Professional Engineer
• 20 years of design, construction and/or operations experience with an emphasis in water/wastewater facilities.
• Managed projects valued in excess $50MM.

Preferred Education & Experience

• Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 25 years of design, construction and/or operations experience with an emphasis in water/wastewater facilities.
• Managed projects valued in excess $100MM.
• CCM (Certified Construction Manager) or PMP (Project Management Professional) certification.

Required Licenses & Certificates:

• Must be dual certified within 1 year of employment (Water Distribution Operator license and Wastewater Collection System Operator license.
• Professional Engineer license.

Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.City of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer.