Construction and District Engineering Manager

Title: Construction and District Engineering Manager

Division: Land Development

LJA recognizes that our success depends on the quality of the people we hire. We are currently seeking highly talented individuals that take pride in their work, function exceptionally well in team environments, and contribute to the overall success of the company. As a 100% employee-owned company, we promote an entrepreneurial spirit that helps drive the bottom line and the long-term professional and financial success of our employees. With more than 50 office locations, LJA is growing and ready for talented people to help us build our future.

Summary: LJA is seeking a team-oriented, self-motivated individual to fill the position of Construction and District Engineering Manager. The position functions as the group manager which includes leading a team, organizing, executing, and coordinating specifications, and construction contract documents for Special Districts such as Municipal Utility District (MUD), Water Control & Improvement Districts (WCID), and Fresh Water Supply Districts (FWSD). The candidate will attend District meetings and function as District Engineer. Additionally, this position manages the Construction Inspection and Management employee-owners. The position requires strong leadership and communication skills with team members, clients, and governmental agencies.

General Responsibilities:

• Primary contact for Clients, serving as District Engineer for multiple Special Districts.
• Responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating assigned engineering work on multiple projects, including meeting schedules and budgets.
• Ability to lead meetings with clients, consultants, team members, and governmental agencies independently, without assistance.
• Knowledge of governmental public and private development codes and ordinances of multiple jurisdictions, design, bidding, and construction administration processes, typical District operation, TCEQ rules, and Bond Issues.
• Supervision of engineering and support personnel; develop and mentor team members on a daily basis.
• Coordinate with District operators and other consultants on District operations.
• Create, maintain, and improve processes for the management of Special Districts, public bidding, and Construction Administration.
• Collaborate with Senior Managers and provide input on the direction of the group.

Required Education/Licenses:

• Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Texas

Required Experience:

• 6 years of Special District or applicable Municipal experience
• 2 years of District Engineer experience preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to build strong relationships and lead a team.