Airport Engineering Manager

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Five (5) or more years of experience performing the duties of a professional civil engineer in California.

Five (5) or more years of managerial/administrative experience in performing duties related to the responsibilities and competencies of this position.

In addition to the above requirements, the successful candidate will possess three (3) or more years of professional engineering experience working on Commercial Aviation/General Aviation airport projects. The requirements listed above may run concurrently.

CORE COMPETENCIES: The successful candidate will demonstrate job knowledge and related experience in the following core competencies:

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE

• Thorough knowledge of the principles of engineering, architecture, and building construction practices and uniform building codes, Cal-OSHA building construction regulations, ADA, California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)/National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and other pertinent safety rules and regulations
• Invitation for Bid (IFB), Request for Qualifications (RFQ) and Request for Proposals (RFP) process, scope of work and contract specifications for design and construction services
• Contract administration in public works building projects and extensive knowledge of the governing building codes, FAA Advisory circulars, etc.
• Contract admin in Architect/Engineer (A/E) as regulated by the State of California and the FAA.

LEADERSHIP

• Lead engineering/architect staff and contractors confidently by taking personal responsibility for decisions and actions
• Build and lead a team of high performance, forward-focused, results-oriented professionals
• Align team and individual goals to meet organization objectives
• Build viable partnerships with internal and external customers and organizations.

STRATEGIC PLANNING

• Collaborate with colleagues to align engineering and architectural projects with corporate strategies and objectives
• Use management skills to ensure the roll-out of organizational initiatives are delivered on time, on spec, with quality and within budget
• Conduct organizational and team assessments to develop and implement successful, proactive workforce and strategic plans.

COMMUNICATION

• Communicate articulately and represent the Airport effectively at various venues
• Communicate effectively to negotiate, resolve issues and develop collaboration at all internal organizational levels, and with a wide range of external constituents.

RESULTS ORIENTED

• Set challenging, measurable project goals aligned with airport business objectives
• Plan, organize and implement projects to meet established time frames and cost containments
• As opportunities arise, re-engineer business processes and improve organizational effectiveness by proposing and implementing initiatives to improve efficiency, streamline operations and meet current and future business needs
• Set appropriate priorities and modify as needed
• Accountable for personal performance and goal achievement and maintains sufficient content and knowledge to perform all aspects of the job effectively.

To learn more about the Airport Engineering Manager's minimum qualifications, click here.

AIRPORT ACCESS REQUIREMENTS

Employees must clear a background check, which includes a Criminal History Records Check (CHRC), Transportation Security Administration (TSA) check, and Security Threat Assessment (STA) check. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Airport Access Badge with an Airport Driving Endorsement within ten (10) days of employment. Airport Access Badge must be maintained and renewed every two (2) years.

LICENSE REQUIRED

Possession of a valid Professional Engineering License in Civil Engineering from the State of California by start date.

The successful candidate must possess, and maintain, a valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher, by date of appointment.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Possess vision sufficient to read standard text and a computer monitor and to drive a vehicle; speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably in person to individuals and groups and over the telephone; possess body mobility to stand, sit, walk, stoop and bend routinely to perform daily tasks and to access a standard office environment; possess manual dexterity sufficient to use hands, arms and shoulders repetitively to operate a keyboard, utilize office equipment and to write and drive; use a County approved means of transportation. May be required to possess one or more of the following: the ability to climb, bend, stoop, twist and reach overhead in rugged conditions to review/evaluate work; manual dexterity and bodily movement sufficient to operate various types of equipment in extreme conditions; lift up to fifty pounds.
 
MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Possess the ability to independently reason logically to analyze data, reach conclusions and make recommendations; possess the ability to remain calm and appropriately focused in rapidly changing and difficult situations involving conflict, complex issues, controversy, and diverse stakeholder groups and interests; possess the ability to deal calmly and effectively with emotional interactions.

ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Function effectively in a standard office environment. May be required to function in one or more of the following: uneven terrain, construction sites, and inclement weather.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Human Resource Services (HRS) screens all application materials for minimum and desirable qualifications. After screening, candidates who meet the minimum and desirable qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All candidates will be notified via email of their status in the process.

Application Screening | (Refer/Non-Refer)
Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those candidates that meet the qualifications listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.

Application Appraisal Panel (AAP) | (Refer/Non-Refer)
An Application Appraisal Panel (AAP) of job knowledge experts will thoroughly screen and evaluate all applications and supplemental responses for job knowledge, competencies, and related experience described above. Note: Attachments will not be allowed. Only the most qualified will be referred to the Structured Oral Interview assessment.

Structured Oral Interview (SOI) Oral Exam | (Weighted 100%)
Candidates will be interviewed and rated by job knowledge experts. Each candidate's rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the candidate's qualifications for the job. Only the most qualified candidates will be placed on the eligible list.

Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. Candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EMAIL NOTIFICATION

Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.

NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.

Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com.
 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. For specific information regarding the recruitment, please contact James Ritchie at [email protected] or by phone at 949-252-5177.

EEO INFORMATION

applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.