Utility Coordination Branch Manager

Maricopa County
parental leave, sick time, tuition reimbursement
United States, Arizona, Phoenix
2901 West Durango Street (Show on map)
Jan 28, 2025
Posting Date 01/27/25 Application Deadline 02/01/25 Pay Range $95,000 - $138,500 annually Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Job Type Unclassified Department Transportation About the Position Underground and overhead utilities provide many of the services we rely on daily. From powering hospitals to heating and cooling homes to ensuring we can use our cell phones wherever we are. Here at the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT), our transportation facilities and roadways often share the same areas as the various wet and dry utilities do, so we must plan and design both roadways and utilities to provide the most value to our constituents. We are seeking a creative thinker to lead our Utilities Coordination Branch in its effort to manage utility relocation installations cost-effectively, as well as new installations, within our roadway network. Under general supervision, this position manages technical staff and assures effective coordination, well-developed utility partnerships, and management of wet and dry utilities in coordination with the entire MCDOT Engineering Division. About Us We value your time. The time with your family. The time you spend on the road. And the time you spend making a difference. At the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT), we provide connections that improve people's lives. By combining innovative technologies with the vast talent of our employees, we plan for future needs and operate a transportation system with the community in mind. Are you interested in contributing to the community in which you work, live, and play? Then, join our team and help us build connections. Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance with hybrid work schedule options Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts Employee discounts for goods and services Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Learn more at Work With Us \| Maricopa County, AZ We Require Five years of engineering experience, including work experience in engineering project management, including one year of experience in a lead or supervisory capacity Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil, Structural, Chemical, Environmental, Mechanical, etc.), Public Administration, or a related field A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire and have an acceptable driving record We Also Value Training in specialized software applications according to a specific area of assignment (i.e., Bluebeam, CADD, SharePoint) Extensive knowledge in the design and construction of overhead and buried wet and dry utilities Knowledge of basic roadway design and construction is preferred Understanding of Public Agency financial, administrative, and interdepartmental roles, responsibilities, and coordination. Knowledge of public utility system design, construction standards, procedures, and coordination Knowledge of railroad processes, standards, design, and construction. Knowledge of the principles and practices of administrative management, including personnel rules, cost accounting, budgeting, strategic planning, and effective employee supervision and training Knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices, terminology, and procedures. Skill in effective communication, both verbal and written Job Contributions Plan, manage, and direct the daily activities of Supervisors and support staff; screen and assign workload; plan, prioritize, and assign tasks and projects; manage and coach staff; monitor work and develop staff skills to improve performance Perform technical and administrative work in the supervision and management of design manuals and standards; production of technically detailed plans; testing, documentation, and assessment or acceptance of products; and management of consultants Review the work of assigned staff to assure the work quality and timely accomplishment of assigned duties and responsibilities; assure compliance with all operational rules and regulations and Division/Department policies, procedures, and standards Provide clear leadership, direction, and guidance in technical and strategic meetings Coordinate operating and project budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; prepare cost estimates for projects; monitor and control expenditures Review and comment on utility project contracts, financial and administrative information for quality assurance, and agreements with utility companies Respond to requests for information; review, investigate, and correct errors in documents and reports; provide technical information to Division staff as authorized Maintain strong utility partner relationships that grant immediate contact with the individual utility companies to address problems, questions, or issues Performs other related duties as assigned Working Conditions This position is eligible for hybrid flexibility after a brief training period Exerting up to 20 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently, or negligible amounts constantly or requires walking or standing to a significant degree The position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness/humidity, respiratory hazards, and noise and vibration Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software, and Hardware Microsoft products Selection Procedure Only the most qualified candidates will be considered Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer. 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