Sr. Engineer (Construction & Maintenance) - Grade 12 - $72,589 - $101,624 - $130,659 - Delaware River Port Authority

This position is responsible for the management of capital improvement projects from planning and design to final construction. Provides effective design and construction management of complex projects, in order to achieve a safe, reliable, and convenient transportation system for bridge commuters and PATCO transit patrons, including building facility improvements and maintenance.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The Authority will adhere to all applicable laws and regulations in assessing an employee's ability to carry out or otherwise meet the job requirements set forth herein in a satisfactory manner.

1.

Providemanagementandoversightofengineeringconsultantsandcontractorsforthedesign and construction of planned improvement projects.

2.

Developprojectscopeandsolicit,select,negotiate,andcontractwithqualifiedengineering consultantstoserveasanextensionoftechnicalstaffindesign,constructionmanagement, facility inspections and special studies.

3.

Providedesign,technicalconsultation,professionalsupervisionandinspectionservicesas requiredinsupportofBridgeOperationsandPATCO;managebiennialbridge and PATCO inspections; prioritize,design,scheduleandmonitorrehabilitation/repair of deficientbridge or facilitycomponents identified during biennial inspections.

4.

Act as a mentor to the Associate Engineer positions, providing advice and support throughout their professional development.This role involves overseeing engineering projects, sharing expertise, and facilitating a hands-on learning environment to help the Associate Engineer meet the requirements for obtaining their PE license.

5.

Identification,budgetingandschedulingofmajorDRPAandPATCOcapitalprojectsrelated toDRPAcorefacilities;thiseffortiscollectiveandinvolvestheprioritizationofprojectsby a consensus of engineering senior management and staff.

6.

Provideenforcement,interpretationandclarificationofconstructionprojectplansand specifications;observeconstructionworkprogress;conductprogressmeetings;evaluate contractorsubmittals,shopdrawings,schedulesandperformance;review,preparationand approvalofchangeordersandcontractorpayestimates;reviewofinspectionreports; evaluateandresolveunforeseenfieldconditions,contractorclaimsandconstruction problems;maintainandfinalizeas-builtdocuments.Involvesliaisingwithcontractors, consultants,communityandotherDRPA/PATCODivisionsimpactedbyconstruction. These tasks are either performed directly or by direct oversight of consultant activity.

7.

Evaluateanddeterminedesigncriteria,alternativesandendproductfunctionsandgoals; providedesigndirectivesanddecisions;formulate,develop,prepareand/orperformquality controlreviewsofcontractplans,specificationsandbiddocumentsincludingdevelopment oftechnicalandprojectspecificrequirements;conductperiodicprogressmeetings; administer,monitor,direct,examineandmanagetheconsultant’sentireworkeffort,budget andworkproductandapprovepaymentrequests,establishquantitiesandmethodsof payment;prepareandtrackscheduleandcostestimates;conductpre-bidmeetingsand addresscontractorinquiries;reviewandevaluatecontractorbids,qualificationsand references;developrecommendationdocumentsforDRPABoardapprovalandassistin awarding construction contracts.

8.

Establishscopeofwork,scheduleandpurposeofconsultantservices;preparesolicitation advertisements;investigate,developandpreparedetailedwrittenRequestforProposalsand taskorders;performreviewandevaluationofconsultantqualifications,technicalproposals andconductinterviewsforrankingandselection;preparecostestimatesofservicevalue; reviewandnegotiatepriceproposals;preparerecommendationdocumentsforDRPABoard approval; prepare written consultant agreement and coordinate execution.

9.

Administer,monitor,overseeandmanageconsultantfieldinspectionsofbridgeand underwater elements; coordinate traffic control and access requirements; performdetailed reviewandevaluationofconsultantinspectionreport;develop,prioritizeandmonitorrepair, rehabilitationandupgradeprogramsforin-housemaintenanceforcesanddevelop constructiondocumentsforrepairsbyoutsidecontractorsinresponsetodeficiencies identified; generate status reports to track repairs.

10.

Provide“on-call”and“uponrequest”engineeringconsultationandguidancetoBridge Operations and PATCOinvolvingfacilityrepairsandupgrade;performengineeringstudiesand calculations;providedesignandconstructiondetailsforemergencyrepairs,alterations, rehabilitationandnewconstructionasrequired;provideprofessionalexpertiseandprepare technical specifications and cost estimates to support bridge maintenance initiatives.

11.

Performpreliminaryengineeringstudies;Developpreliminaryprojectdefinitionsandscope; developpreliminarycostestimatesandschedules;performlife-cyclecostandcost-benefit studiesofpotentialimprovementprojects;preparecostsforinclusioninfacilitycapital budget development.

12.

Establishprojectobjectives,identifypotentialsolutionsandanalyzeassociatedcosts, benefitsandrisks.RequiressolicitinginputfromotherDRPAdivisions,PATCO,outside agenciesandconsultantsregardingoperational,economic,regulatoryandpublicimpact issues relative to capital projects.

13.

Recommendneededcapitalimprovements,helpguide policies, and promote the implementation of emerging technologies.

14.

Assistsinmaintainingasafeandsecureworkenvironmentbyparticipatinginrequired training,recognizingandreportinghazardsandsuspiciousactivity,andusingallrequired personalprotective equipment.

15.

Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Safety: We promote safety in all we do. Our commitment to the safety of our customers and employees is paramount.

Integrity: We are committed to the highest level of ethical conduct, personally and corporately. We accomplish this by being open and honest, and by meeting our commitments to each other, our customers and our region.

Customer Service: We deliver the best, highest quality service to our customers because they are our primary concern. We provide quality service by focusing on both internal and external customers.

Quality: We value and recognize quality performance and strive for the highest quality in all we do. We accomplish this by monitoring our work, systems and processes and taking action to ensure that they meet or exceed standards.

Teamwork: We work as a team. We encourage our employees to develop and contribute their talents cooperatively. When one of us succeeds, we all succeed. Effective teamwork includes working cooperatively with others as part of a team- as opposed to working individually or competitively- to accomplish shared objectives.

Communication: We encourage communication in and between all parts of our Authority because we believe the free exchange of information is vital to unity, effectiveness and service among our employees, and to our customers and the region we serve. We are committed to delivering clear, effective communications and taking responsibility for understanding others.

Innovation: We are leaders in finding new approaches and encouraging new ideas. We welcome the exchange of new ideas to improve the Authority. We foster and initiate new ideas, methods and solutions to support the mission and objectives of the Authority.

Dependability & Accountability: We can be relied upon to do the work that's required every time. We are consistently at work and on time, ensuring that work responsibilities are covered and expected results are achieved.

Self-Development: We take steps to ensure continued learning and professional growth.

Problem-Solving: We accurately assess problems and effectively and efficiently arrive at excellent solutions.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Outside consultants

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE

Required:

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED).

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.

• Professional Engineer’s License issued by the State of New Jersey and/or Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

• 5 years of progressively responsible engineering experience with considerable knowledge of engineering principles and practices applied in the design and construction of highway, bridge, transit and port facilities and applying this knowledge in either a design or construction inspection capacity

• Experience in relevant personal computer systems and software such as word processing, spreadsheet applications, scheduling applications, CADD and Engineering software

Desired:

• Master’s Degree in Engineering or Engineering Management.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITION

How much exposure to the following environmental conditions does this job require?

None

Occas

Freq

Const

X

Normal office situation

X

Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)

X

Work near moving mechanical parts

X

Work in high, precarious places

X

Fumes or airborne particles

X

Toxic or caustic chemicals

X

Outdoor weather conditions

X

Extreme cold (non-weather)

X

Extreme heat (non-weather)

X

Risk of electrical shock

X

Risk of radiation

Select the level of noise that is typical in the work environment for this job.

X

Very Quiet Conditions

X

Quiet Conditions

X

Moderate Noise

X

Loud Noise

X

Very Loud Noise

PHYSICAL EFFORT

How much on-the-job time is spent performing the following physical activities?

None

Occas

Freq

Const

X

Stand

X

Walk

X

Sit

X

Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl

X

Climb or balance

X

Reaching by extending hand(s) and/or arm(s) in any direction

X

Uses hands to finger, handle, or feel

X

Talk or good hearing

X

Taste or smell substances worked with on the job

Does this job require that weight be lifted or force be exerted? If so, how much and how often?

X

Lifts weight or exerts force up to 10 pounds

X

Lifts weight or exerts force of 11 to 25 pounds

X

Lifts weight or exerts force of 26 to 50 pounds

X

Lifts weight or exerts force of 51 to 100 pounds

X

Lifts weight or exerts force more than 100 pounds

Select the specific vision requirements of this job.

X

Close vision

X

Distance vision

X

Peripheral vision

X

Depth perception

X

Ability to adjust focus