Job Details

Salary : $156,707.20 - $190,465.60 Annually
Location : San Francisco, CA
Job Type: Regular, Full-Time
Job Number: PS101872
Division: District Division
Department: Engineering
Opening Date: 10/28/2024
Opening(s): Two (2) vacancies and to establish an Eligibility List.
Selection Process: The District will invite ONLY those candidates whose qualifications MOST CLOSELY MATCH the position requirements to continue in the selection process. The District is a drug free workplace. Applicants under consideration will be required to undergo and pass drug testing prior to District employment. The Selection Process for this Position may include: Oral Panel Interview; Department interview for final candidates; Medical Examination (post offer of employment); Drug Testing (post offer of employment); and Background, Employment and Security Investigation.

Position Summary
Under general direction, performs responsible professional level engineering and administrative work in connection with a wide variety of engineering projects. May lead professional and paraprofessional engineering personnel engaged in the planning, design and construction phases of engineering projects. Assist Directing Civil Engineer in training and providing guidance to Junior through Associate Engineer classifications and Inspector classifications. Responsibilities include: developing, coordinating and executing engineering methods and policies affecting a wide range of engineering activities; regular contact with professional engineering consultants, governmental agencies, involved communities and contractors in connection with complex and difficult engineering matters; overall oversight and review of detailed and complex engineering calculations, plans, specifications and technical papers; and performs related duties as required.
Applicants must apply online and submit the following documents at the time of application. Failure to meet any of the requirements stated below may result in rejection of your application:

1. GGBHTD Online Employment Application
2. Resume (Scan and attach as PDF to your online application)

3. Responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire
Essential Responsibilities

• Prepares reports, calculations, design plans, specifications, schedules, cost estimates and other materials related to the planning, design and construction phases of engineering projects and refers them to their supervisor for final approval
• Prepares and refers to the District Engineer or designee, contract documents and agreements for the planning, design and construction phases of engineering projects with professional engineering consultants, contractors, utilities and governmental agencies
• Confers with other departments and agencies relative to engineering projects and work programs to ensure proper coordination of all related activities and responsibilities
• Makes field trips and inspections to resolve serious differences of opinion between engineers and contractors' representatives as they relate to design matters
• Conducts and attends conferences and meetings in connection with planning and design of improvement and construction projects
• Ability to use computers including proficiency with spreadsheets
• Prepares and leads the preparation of a variety of engineering calculations, data and reports in connection with planning, development, and construction of projects
• Makes oral presentations
• Regular and reliable attendance and performance

Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field
• Five years' progressively responsible experience in design, estimating, specification preparation, contract preparation, related phases of engineering and inspection of construction projects.
• Experience as a lead engineer desirable.

Required Licenses and/or Certification:

• Registration (P.E. license) as a Civil Engineer in the state of California. Must have a PE license as a Civil Engineer for at least 5 years.
• Must possess and maintain a current and satisfactory driving record. No reckless driving and DUI within the last 7 years. No more than 2 moving violations within the last 3 years. Operates District vehicles on a regular basis.

Physical Requirements:

Must inspect construction work on the Golden Gate Bridge, other structures and buildings, climb scaffolds, catwalks and ladders. Work from heights. Work outside in all weather conditions. Work over water. Carry harness and test or inspection equipment. Occasionally enter into trenches and other excavations. Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen. Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Routine use of computer, telephone and other office equipment. Ability to travel to District facilities.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Working knowledge of:

• Modern engineering methods and techniques and the strengths and uses of construction materials
• Engineering features of design and construction problems
• Various phases of transportation engineering and systems planning
• Transportation economics and finances
• Factors which influence the impact of transportation facilities on the environment, the community and the economy
• Principles and techniques of administration, personnel management and supervision

Skill in Ability to:

• Originate, prepare and check: calculations, designs, details, cost estimates, plans, specifications and contract documents
• Meet and consult with professional engineering personnel and public, private and community officials on engineering problems
• Plan and direct the work of others, judge work quality and performance
• Prepare technical correspondence and complete comprehensive reports
• Prepare articles for publication and address audiences effectively
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action

The following are some of the excellent benefits that the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District offers to its employees:

• Paid Time-Off: Competitive vacation accruals, generous sick leave accruals, holidays per year, and floating holiday(s).
• Health Plans: The District offers three (3) medical plans, namely PERS Kaiser HMO plan, PERS Gold PPO plan, and PERS Platinum PPO plan, with a District contribution toward the premium. All plans offer an HRA reimbursement account for out-of-pocket expenses associated with your District-sponsored group health and prescription drug plans.
• Retirement Programs are available through CalPERS or an applicable Union Pension Plan, Mission Square 457 B, 401 (a) and Social Security.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): A FSA allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for certain health and dependent care expenses for you and your family. This can be used for Health Care Reimbursement Account and Dependent Daycare Reimbursement Account.
• Life Insurance: The District provides a basic life and accidental death insurance benefit. Life insurance is used to replace the lost income of the deceased. Life insurance coverage is provided through Minnesota Life.
• Employee Assistance Program: This is a confidential and free service that provides support, counseling, referrals, and resources for issues that impact your life. The EAP program offers support or assistance for financial/legal concerns, depression, stress, parenting and family issues, and child and elder care. Services are available 24 hours-a-day and are available to all family members.
• Plus excellent dental, vision, disability, professional development and more.

*Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.

**The Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District is a Social Security participant.
For more details about benefits or retirement, please contact Human Resources at (415) ###-#### or email ...@goldengate.org.
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a P.E. license as a Civil Engineer in the State of California for at least 8 years?

• Yes
• No

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This position requires (5) five years of progressively responsible experience in design, estimating, specification preparation, contract preparation, related phases of engineering and inspection of construction projects. Please discuss your qualifications on this requirement.
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