The Position: The Engineering Program Manager will oversee the planning and programming of the private development and right-of-way focus areas for the department. This position is responsible for ensuring public infrastructure needs are addressed as a part of land use modifications and development. Interacting with the Planning and Building Department is a major aspect of this position. Under the direction of the City Engineer or Assistant City Engineer, the incumbent establishes division programs and performance goals to ensure projects are delivered according to the adopted City budget.
Key responsibilities and functions can include but are not limited to:
• Prepares reports for the City Council, boards and commissions on improvement plans and applications including summarizing areas of non-conformance with codes and engineering standards, preparing lists of intent, prioritizing projects, projecting project costs, noting applications needed and making recommendations.
• Acts as a liaison with the other city departments, outside agencies, business and community representatives and other organizations including ensuring City's interests are addressed, notifying public/businesses of construction projects, handling controversial issues, assisting in resolving conflicts, answering questions and complaints, providing technical assistance and developing and establishing standards.
• Conducts engineering analyses for a variety of engineering systems, including roads and utilities infrastructure; prepares reports and makes presentations to elected officials, City Boards and Commissions, and neighborhood associations.
• Represents the City on local and regional issues including transportation, water, sanitary sewer and surface water systems; advocates City policies and ensures City Council briefings on regional and local issues.
• Performs regulatory oversight for the City on utility and/or transportation requirements; reviews and provides comments on private development projects with respect to utility and transportation infrastructure to assure compliance with City codes, regulations and master plans; prepares and files reports, and advises directors and elected officials of new or amended regulations.
• Supervises technical support staff including prioritizing and developing work plans, evaluating staff performance, monitoring progress on reports and projects, interpreting policies and procedures, establishing standards, making hiring and termination recommendations, making pay rate change recommendations and providing training and development for staff.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
Private Development and Right-of-Way Focus:
• Assists developers, contractors, engineers, and the public with City standards, criteria, codes, and ordinances.
• Determines if encroachments within the public right-of-way will impact public facilities, and whether or not the proposed projects can or should be allowed.
• Oversees staff who review and approve construction plans for private development, in accordance with the development's conditions of approval.
• Oversees and reviews engineering plans of staff and contract consultants including providing expertise, attending planning and problem resolution meetings and making recommendations. Determines when plans are complete and in compliance with codes, laws and regulations. Manage construction inspection of public improvements for private development and public improvement projects.
Education and Experience:
A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field, and ten years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Required to be a Registered Professional Engineer in Oregon.
For a complete list of the essential duties, knowledge, skills and abilities required, and physical and mental demands please review the complete job description at www.ci.oswego.or.us/hr.
Annual Compensation range: $105,543 - $128,299
Non-cash compensation includes medical, dental, vision, PERS employee pick up, VEBA contribution, and TriMet Hop Pass.
Application Process: You may visit our web site at www.ci.oswego.or.us/jobs to access the online application process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application. The City application must be submitted to by: 5:00 P.M., Thursday, August 22, 2024
The City of Lake Oswego is committed to fostering a workplace where new ideas and diverse perspectives are valued. This involves hiring a workforce that reflects a variety of skills, expertise, and life experience, including those who may come from a non-traditional background. We will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience that meet the minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state, or local law.
As part of our commitment, The City of Lake Oswego will ensure that persons with disabilities are offered reasonable accommodations. Please email your accommodation request to hr@lakeoswego.city before the application deadline.