Job Summary
The Engineering Program Manager is a key position within the Engineering Division of Public Works. This role leads the creation and execution of our annual Capital Improvement Program. The position collaborates with multiple agencies to plan and implement long-range transportation planning for the Sioux Falls metropolitan area.
Direct, coordinate, and exercise highly technical functional authority for planning, organization, control, integration, and completion of engineering projects within the areas of transportation planning and Capital Improvements Program development.
Job Responsibilities
1. Coordinate the Capital Improvements Program (CIP) for all divisions of Public Works, including plan preparation, budget and fund balance monitoring, program transfers, and report preparation. Plan, develop, and recommend new transportation engineering projects and prepare project estimates and priorities for the City CIP.
2. Monitor and review the activities of consulting engineers and architects in the design administration of CIP projects.
3. Develop and implement the Sioux Falls Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Travel Demand model. Review traffic studies and develop and manage corridor studies. Provide staff support to the MPO and related processes.
4. Assign, supervise, and provide technical assistance to project staff for specific phases or aspects of the project such as technical studies, design, bidding, preparation of specifications, and technical plans.
5. May supervise employees and make recommendations relative to hiring, layoff or suspension, disciplinary actions, promotions, the adjustment of grievances, and employee performance appraisals.
6. Review plan design, specifications, plats, and permits for compliance with engineering principles, City standards, customer contract requirements, and related specifications.
7. Provide technical data for scope of services and evaluate and approve design and specification changes on A/E contracts.
8. Author special grant applications, calculate costs, author justification, and coordinate with other applicable agencies or departments.
9. Conduct special studies and prepare ordinances relating to multimodal transportation issues, land use, and other transportation planning activities.
10. Coordinate, conduct, and assign staff in the analysis and review of design standards, standard specifications, and technical data for construction inspection standards.
11. Prepare plans and studies, participate in the formal review of proposed actions or decisions, and make oral presentations before the MPO committees, City Council, and other public bodies and resident groups.
12. Investigate, review, and recommend solutions to problems and issues. May conduct or participate in public hearings and meetings on various projects to inform and/or take input from residents and organizations. Present department position and answer questions relating to projects for residents, organizations, and the news media.
13. Perform other such duties and functions as are necessary or incidental to the proper performance of this position.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in civil, traffic, or transportation engineering and four (4) years’ practical experience in related engineering work including management and supervision responsibilities; or any such combination of education, experience, and training as may be acceptable to the hiring authority.
Must be registered, or have the ability to obtain registration within six (6) months of hire, as a professional engineer in the state of South Dakota and/or registered land surveyor in the state of South Dakota.
Possession of a valid driver’s license is desirable.
Supplemental Information
Thorough knowledge of plans and specifications, engineering fundamentals, street design and construction, traffic, transportation planning, and surveying.
Thorough knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations and City codes and ordinances and the ability to apply that knowledge in specialized areas.
Knowledge of computer systems and software applications.
Knowledge of traffic flow theory, highway capacity analysis, accident reduction, vehicle delay reduction, engineering economy, problems with traffic control, statistics, and graphic principles.
Ability to supervise employees and manage projects.
Ability to design and prepare plans, write specifications, and determine cost estimates.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with City staff and officials, consultants, property owners, attorneys, governmental representatives, and utility company representatives.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing to a variety of internal and external audiences.
Knowledge of traffic engineering principles and practices including the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, traffic studies, street design, and pedestrian and bicycle facilities.
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