Engineering Supervisor

Description

This position as an Engineering Supervisor is a full-time position. The Engineer Supervisor for Providence will provide guidance and supervision for the delivery of various engineering projects for Providence. The Engineering Supervisor will provide technical oversight and coordination of work through coordination with engineering and environmental staff.

The Engineering Supervisor will lead and mentors other engineering team members and help ensure that Providence core processes, polices, and procedures are implemented and followed by members of the Engineering service line.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or other related fields required.
• Five to eight years of experience in general civil engineering, construction engineering, drainage, coastal, and/or wastewater.
• Louisiana Professional Engineering License required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead and develop a team.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
• Must possess a valid drivers license and maintain an insurable driving record.

• Self-Directed – Shows initiative and the ability to organize oneself.
• Problem-Solver – Capable of analyzing complex issues, identifying root causes, and proposing effective solutions.
• Energizing – Able to create positive energy in both individuals and groups.
• Planning / Organizing – Able to prioritize and plan work activities efficiently; organizes and schedules workload and tasks for direct reports
• Detailed – Able to pay close attention to the small particulars when working on a particular task in order to produce a high-quality product.

• Mentors and trains engineering team members in departmental processes and procedures, as well as engineering tools and systems
• Review and approve weekly timesheets and employee expense reports.
• Take an active role in personal and professional growth of engineering staff.
• Take leadership role in business development including generation of new client relationships and maintaining existing client relationships.
• Manage larger projects from proposal phase through closeout, including preparing cost estimates, scheduling, design and drawing preparation, surveying and permitting, client interaction, reviewing and approving invoices, and closing out projects.
• Track and manage staff utilization and revenue.
• Be able to develop action plans for increased staff utilization when necessary.
• Provide leadership and project management oversight to ensure projects are completed and delivered, safely, on time and on budget.
• Ensure opportunities to work with personnel in other Providence offices is supported and encouraged where appropriate.
• Manage safety compliance with all client and internal requirements/training.
• Responsible for addressing concerns brought forth by engineering team members including but not limited to issues regarding client project work and intercompany relations.
• Support engineering leadership in project planning, staffing, and recommending and implementing changes to methods.
• Develops and manages various engineering and environmental projects.
• Analyze survey reports, maps, and other data to plan and execute projects.
• Compile and submit permit applications to local, state, and federal agencies verifying that projects comply with various regulations.
• Use design software to plan and design transportation systems, hydraulic systems, and waste/water containment facilities in line with industry and government standards.
• Perform or oversee, surveying operations to establish reference points, grades, and elevations to guide construction.
• Present their findings to the public and clients on topics such as bid proposals, environmental impact statements, and various project designs.
• Manage the design, construction, repair, maintenance, and replacement of public and private infrastructure.

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