Executive Director of Capital Projects-Infrastructure, Engineering Department

Webb County • Laredo, TX • 2h ago

The Executive Director of Capital Projects - Infrastructure is responsible for the planning, directing, managing, and supervising of activities and operations of the Engineering Department. The director manages and oversees projects from inception to completion to track department performance and make recommendations on areas to sustain and improve. The director leads and supervises engineering projects while providing technical advice and assistance to the County Judge, County Commissioners, County Administrators, and County Departments.

Major Duties

Performs daily project oversight and construction review of all county projects.

Ensures that projects remain in compliance with approved procurements, budgets, cost estimations, and designated timelines.

Reviews and recommends payments to contractors, engineers, and architects.

Hires, trains, assigns, directs, supervises, evaluates and disciplines personnel.

Develops budget recommendations for capital improvement projects and manages approved budgets.

Coordinates with other county departments to ensure the timely completion of county projects.

Coordinates the acquisition of rights-of-way and the relocation of utilities in support of the construction or improvement of county roads, water and wastewater lines, and storm drainage systems.

Coordinates with the Texas Department of Transportation, county staff, and related 3rd parties in the rehabilitation of off-system bridges.

Prepares timely reports to the County Judge and Commissioners related to the prioritization of county projects and proposed timelines.

Approves the maintenance of county vehicles and other equipment under department purview.

Coordinates and attends meetings with local agencies and municipalities to plan for infrastructure improvements.

Develops the Five (5) Year Capital Improvement Plan for county projects and programs.

Performs field analysis inspections of power generators, generator controls, lift station power systems, and water and wastewater treatment plants to verify and ensure proper equipment operation.

Investigates and assist with resolving citizen concerns with county projects and programs.

Projects and promotes a positive and professional image for Webb County.

Performs any other duties as assigned.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS / INFORMATION

Project Management (PM) certificate, preferred.

Professional Engineer (PE) License, preferred.

Additional compensation may be considered depending on license/qualifications.

Valid Texas Driver's License

If the applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver's License must be obtained

prior

to employment.

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