Metropolitan Utilities District · 1 day ago
Sr. Plant Engineer - Supervisory
Omaha, NE
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$115K/yr - $173K/yr
5+ years expMetropolitan Utilities District is seeking a Senior Plant Engineer to oversee water and gas distribution system contract activities and supervise a team of engineering technicians. The role involves project management from inception to completion, including budgeting, design, and construction oversight for various projects.
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Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day supervision of the Senior Engineering Technicians and Plant Engineers
Administer and ensure competent design of water and gas facilities, specifications for the associated materials and equipment
Coordinate with Engineering Design and other District divisions for water, gas, joint contracts, and any other necessary specialized projects as needed
Prepare, administer, train, and direct others in the administration of water distribution system, gas distribution system, and various other contracts, specifications, and consulted projects. This includes working with the District’s crossbore investigation, water service reconnection, lead service line replacement, and valve audit programs
Schedule contract work and assure completion by established deadlines
Develop cost estimates and analyze bids
Train and direct others in developing standards, procedures, projects, and estimates involving District facilities
Evaluate and specify materials and equipment to be used at District facilities and assist Engineering Design and others in the evaluation of materials specified and designed for the water and gas distribution systems
Provide project management duties, to include, but not limited to, the preparation of change orders and pay estimates; compliance with funding and permitting regulations as required; and final closeout documentation for all sizes of projects for both individual projects and those of subordinates
Administer operator qualification compliance for District personnel and monitor operator qualification of contracted personnel
Effectively resolve customer issues as needed
Fill-in for the Director, Plant Engineering in times of absence and assist as needed
Assist with the development of Engineers on the Plant Engineering staff and coordinate monthly safety meeting for subordinates
Handle stresses related to effective completion of the above referenced responsibilities
Fulfill responsibilities common to all supervisory, professional, and administrative positions
Perform a variety of other duties as assigned
Understand and comply with all District policies and procedures
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited engineering program, preferably in Civil or Mechanical Engineering
Minimum of 5 years of experience in an engineering related field
Have and maintain a valid driver's license Upon Hire
Professional Engineer (PE) License Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the state of Nebraska within 1 Year
Employee(s) in this position are covered under the Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol testing provisions. This includes post-offer, random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, follow-up, and return to duty testing. Upon Hire
Proficiency with personal computers, tablets, and/or other electronic devices to include, but not limited to, familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word), Databases, GIS, MicroStation CAD, and enterprise-wide software (e.g., SAP). (Intermediate proficiency)
Ability to learn new or upgraded computer software as required
Ability to manage multiple and highly varied projects simultaneously
Ability to manage the activities of multiple personnel in conjunction with a number of highly varied projects and tasks, concurrently, simultaneously, and independently
Proficiency to develop, read and understand construction drawings. (Intermediate proficiency)
Exhibit a high level of attention to detail, organizational and time management skills, while working in a fast-paced environment with critical deadlines
Efficient written and verbal communication skills, in English, to assist internal and external customers, co-workers, vendors, public/private entities, other governmental organizations, and management professionally, regardless of provocation
Availability to be on call/after hours for projects and subordinates as required
Understand and comply with all pertinent District policies and procedures
Preferred
Previous supervisory experience
Strong knowledge of, or direct experience with, the District's gas and water systems and associated plant operations
Benefits
Hybrid Flexible Work Arrangement
Company
Metropolitan Utilities District
Metropolitan Utilities District mission is to provide safe, reliable and cost-effective natural gas and water services to our community.
501-1000 employees
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