Development Engineering Manager - City of Waco : Job Details

Minimum Starting Salary: $93,618.05

The City of Waco Seeks:

The City of Waco is seeking a talented Development Engineering Manager to lead a team of engineers. This individual will manage engineering operations, drive technical excellence, and ensure the timely delivery of high-quality solutions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field from an ABET-accredited university, and 10 years of work experience in engineering, construction/design engineering, or project management, including at least 5 years of multidiscipline management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Texas Driver's License required.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers required.

Position Description:

Under general supervision, manages a team of professional engineers and technical staff, providing technical oversight in planning, design analysis, and execution of engineering projects. Responsible for reviewing and coordinating development projects to ensure compliance with codes, standards, and specifications. Conducts technical consultations regarding commercial site development and infrastructure planning. Reviews, signs, and seals engineering calculations and designs as per regulatory and licensing requirements.

Essential Functions:

• Manages the team reviewing public improvements, utilities, traffic, and stormwater projects, ensuring plans meet all regulations and standards.
• Evaluates, prioritizes, and assigns work based on division needs.
• Develops staff through training, guidance, and performance goals.
• Participates in meetings including pre-development and pre-construction.
• Reviews engineering designs from in-house, consultants, and developers.
• Prepares notices, exhibits, and presentations for public meetings.
• Develops the division's annual operating budget.
• Plans and supervises design strategies for public right-of-way construction and maintenance activities, coordinating with stakeholders.
• Assists with development engineering plan review and traffic engineering tasks.
• May be required to respond after-hours during emergencies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Maintains compliance with policies and standards.
• Supports positive community relations, demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior, maintaining confidentiality.
• Lives the City of Waco Values: equity & inclusion, excellence & innovation, integrity, people, and teamwork.