Engineering Program Manager-Technical Services
About the Role
The Engineering Program Manager oversees the planning, construction, and maintenance of traffic control systems and roadway networks, including roads, streets, and highways. This position manages traffic engineering and control teams, including supervisory, professional, technical, and administrative staff. Responsibilities include leading renovation, new construction, water and energy conservation, and other facility projects and programs. The role includes oversight of project budgets, scheduling, and technical execution. Performs a variety of complex, technical, and professional duties in support of assigned programs and projects.
Responsibilities
- Assists with planning and implementation of capital improvement projects, including budgeting, scheduling, and fiscal oversight.
- Establishes and maintains accountability standards for staff and consultants to meet departmental goals, schedules, and budgets.
- Ensures technical standards, procedures, and policies are followed to produce high-quality project outcomes.
- Oversees or participates in all phases of facility construction projects, including policy development, data analysis, and program planning.
- Develops and implements program goals, objectives, policies, and procedures; recommends and administers operational policies.
- Reviews and coordinates construction and renovation projects, including methods, materials, and staff performance.
- Supervises construction of roads and public works projects in coordination with government agencies, utilities, and consultants.
- Attends design reviews and pre-construction conferences; represents the County in meetings with public and private entities; provides recommendations and negotiates plans.
- Prepares and reviews legal documents related to County facilities, drafts agenda items for project approvals.
- Provides recommendations and cost estimates for facility renovations and construction projects.
- Reviews and approves design and construction documents; negotiates contracts and prepares status reports and schedules.
- May oversee the Traffic Control Section, including installation of signs, signals, fiber optics, lighting, guardrails, and traffic calming devices.
- Conducts traffic studies and recommends design solutions based on engineering standards and best practices.
- Supervises assigned personnel by setting goals, providing feedback, conducting evaluations, and supporting staff development and hiring.
- Represents the department in public hearings and commission meetings, coordinates with other County departments and stakeholders.
- May supervise development review functions related to permitting and inspection of public infrastructure and development proposals.
- May serve as project manager for specific capital improvement projects.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or engineering field.
- Twelve (12) years of related work experience in construction management.
- Eight (8) years of experience in a managerial role.
- Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements.
Supplemental Information
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) by the state of New Mexico is required within six (6) months from date of hire.
Working Conditions
Duties are performed indoors in a temperature-controlled environment. Worker may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions when conducting on-site construction inspections. Outdoor work surfaces include natural ground, concrete, asphalt, ramps, and stairs. Worker frequently works independently, with or without direction from a supervisor. Evening meetings may be required.
Equipment, Tools, and Materials
Equipment typically used includes a telephone, computer terminal, printer, keyboard, photocopy machine, fax machine, and calculator. Materials handled during job duties include files, forms, reports, and various office supplies. May be required to operate an automobile for job-related travel.