Summary
*POSITION IS OPEN TO INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY*
Employee in this position is responsible for managing projects in the field of public works, and construction of roads, trails, and drainage. Administers design and construction contracts, right-of-way and easement acquisition.
Salary within range is dependent upon qualifications and experience.Job Duties
- Schedule work with technical engineering personnel, as needed and determining priorities.
- Administers the preparation, reproduction and disposition of plans and specifications for projects. Select consultants by roster or request for qualifications.
- Conducts and coordinates pavement construction inspection.
- Maintain a road database in coordination with the County Road Administration Board.
- Responsible for the research and administration of grant management.
- Project management of County road, trail, and drainage construction projects, including route selection, right-of-way acquisition, design, bidding, and management of construction contracts.
- Manage a consultant in conducting the rating of the County road system.
- Perform other tasks as directed.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Well developed organization skills.
- Research and technical writing skills.
- Ability to plan, design and create public presentations.
- Ability to express ideas effectively – orally and in writing.
- Familiarity with Public Works contracting procedures.
- Knowledge of project management and contract negotiations.
- Working knowledge of inter local agreement, interdepartmental agreements and consultant contracts.
- Knowledge of budget development and management, project supply inventory management and consultant administration.
- Good computer skills.
- Ability to maintain a high standard of accuracy, completeness and efficiency.
- Ability to quickly grasp new techniques, deal with rapid change in events, remain calm in stressful and sometimes hostile situations and relate to various personality styles in a professional manner.
Education, Experience & Certifications
- BS degree in civil engineering preferred, or AA in construction management or related field required.
- Minimum of two years experience in a related field.
- Valid Washington State Drivers License
- Equivalent combination of directly related education and experience may be considered.
Island County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Benefits Island County offers a wide range of employee benefits designed to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.
Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
Medical: Island County pays 100% of the premiums for most eligible employees and dependents. In addition, the County provides an annual Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (determined by Medical plan selected). Dental: Island County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members for basic dental coverage (buy-up options are available). Life and Disability Insurance: Employees are provided basic coverage of $24,000 and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents. Retirement: Island County employees participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (additional 457(b) deferred-compensation plans are also available). Life Flight: Island County pays 100% of the premium for emergency air transport coverage. 11 paid holidays each year Generous paid time off and Washington-required sick leave Flexible Spending Account (optional) Wellness programs Employee assistance program Pet Insurance (optional - employee paid) Additional benefits are available to be elected (employee-paid).
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This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible Island County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Island County does not provide visa sponsorship. *