Civil Engineer Senior - Project Controls



Civil Engineer Senior - Project Controls

Salary

$81,900.00 - $125,600.00 Annually

Location

St. Louis, MO

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

17-3565-3-PLN (PC)

Department

Engineering

Division

Engineering - Planning - Project Identification/CIP

Opening Date

06/13/2017

Closing Date

6/20/2018 4:00 PM Central

Description

This position is for a Project Controls engineer that will manage hundreds of projects in the capital program utilizing Primavera P6.

Examples of Duties

Essential Functions: Design/review plans of considerable scope and complexity involving sanitary and storm water drainage problems; review the plan review work of lower level engineers; design or oversee design of storm and sanitary sewer lines and lift stations and small wastewater treatment plants requiring novel approaches and unconventional design techniques; prepare or oversee preparation of cost estimates and specifications; evaluate and prepare technical reports concerning complex construction and engineering problems and solutions; may act as liaison on complex engineering projects and serve as project manager on complex repair work; meet with government officials, consultants, contractors and the general public regarding necessary design changes; participate in meetings with public officials and the public at large to answer questions and to advise on alternative methods to secure corrective action for relief of storm and/or sanitary drainage problems and to define District policies and responsibilities; compile information concerning location, accessibility, financial recoupment, etc., relating to sewer facilities for developers, municipalities and consultants; attend special engineering seminars and conferences as required; assist in establishing and conducting related training programs; maintain records and prepare technical reports.

Additional Responsibilities: May oversee engineering team on projects; in absence of supervisor, may oversee subordinates; may perform related work as required or as delegated by supervisors.

Minimum Qualifications

Training and Experience: Bachelor's degree from a recognized college or university with major course work in engineering, preferably civil; and a minimum of four years' experience as a licensed Professional Engineer.

Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Extensive knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering; comprehensive knowledge of District regulations and procedures applicable to sewer construction; considerable knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing and design software; extensive skill in reading and interpreting complex engineering plans and specifications; exceptional skill in maintaining records and preparing technical reports; thorough skill in analyzing and integrating data; considerable skill in communicating effectively both in oral and written form; exceptional ability in forming and maintaining effective working relationships.

 

Additional Information

Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Missouri.

Must possess a valid driver's license issued by the state in which the
employee resides.

Pursuant to MSD's "Substance Abuse Policy and Procedures," this position has been designated as safety sensitive and candidate must pass a Non-D.O.T. Drug Test for this position. Employees occupying this position are not subject to Federal (D.O.T.) Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations.

Employees of MSD must have a proficient or higher overall rating on last review.

ALL OF THE BELOW BENEFITS ARE AVAILABLE TO REGULAR, FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES.

WAGE AND SALARY - Our policy is to pay competitive wages. Advancement within a pay grade is based upon merit, in accordance with the provisions of the Compensation Plan.
 
PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITIES - It is the policy of MSD to promote from within whenever possible. Employees who meet the qualifications and apply for promotion are placed on the eligibility list upon receiving a passing score on a qualifying examination for that class.
 
WORKING HOURS - MSD Headquarters has a core workday ranging from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Working hours depend upon position/department. For Operations the hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., except for those employees assigned to work other specified shifts. For certain positions the District offers a Flexible Working Schedule that would allow for either a whole or half day off in a two-week pay period.
 
VACATION - Vacation is accrued at the rate of ten (10) days per year up to five years of service; 15 days per year with 5-9 years of service; 20 days per year with 10-19 years of service; and 25 days per year with 20 or more years of service. Employees begin to accrue vacation when hired, but may not use it until satisfactorily completing six months of employment.   Vacation time can be carried over from year to year within MSD guidelines. Vacation may be used in whole, half-day or hourly increments; and under certain conditions the District allows for sellback of vacation.
 
HOLIDAYS - MSD grants employees 12 holidays per year, which are the ten federal holidays plus two personal holidays. In addition, an employee can earn up to three additional personal holiday each year for good attendance or perfect attendance.
 
SICK LEAVE - Sick leave is granted to all employees for excused absences because of illness. Sick leave is accrued at rates of 10 to 12 days per year, depending upon the length of service, and there is no maximum number of days that can be accumulated. A percentage of accumulated but unused sick leave is paid to a vested employee upon retirement. Employees begin to accrue sick leave when hired, but may not use it until three months of service has been completed.
 
MEDICAL COVERAGE - Group medical coverage in a Point-of-Service plan is available upon one month (30 days) of service. The District currently pays 80% of employee only coverage and 70% of employee with dependent coverage. Payroll deducted employee contributions are on a pre-tax basis. MSD offers a choice of two (2) medical plan options, Traditional or High Deductible and four coverage categories: employee only; employee and spouse; employee and child(ren); and family. Open Enrollment is held each year in January for changes, which become effective February 1.
 
DENTAL COVERAGE - Group dental coverage is available upon one month (30 days) of service. The District contributes $10.00 per month toward the cost of dental coverage. Payroll deducted employee contributions are on a pre-tax basis.   MSD offers two (2) dental plan options to employees and their dependents. Open Enrollment is held each year in January for changes, which become effective February 1.
 
LIFE / ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT INSURANCE - MSD provides basic life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance equal to the employee's annual base salary rounded up to the next thousand dollars. This insurance is effective upon one month (30 days) of service.
 
OPTIONAL LIFE INSURANCE - Employees have the option of purchasing additional life insurance at their cost in an amount up to five (5) times their annual base salary rounded up to the next thousand dollars, with a maximum of $400,000. This optional life insurance offers the opportunity to purchase $10,000 coverage for their spouse and $5,000 coverage for each dependent child. In order to purchase insurance on a spouse and/or children, the employee must purchase insurance on himself/herself.    Employees must complete one month (30 days) of service to be eligible for this insurance. Coverage is subject to medical approval.
 
VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT (VAD&D) INSURANCE
Employees have the option to purchase additional accidental death and dismemberment insurance at group rates. Employees may purchase insurance up to $500,000 in increments of $10,000.   Employees may elect to purchase this coverage on an individual basis, or elect a family plan that includes their spouse and dependent children. The dependent coverage is based on a percentage of the employee's elected insured amount. Employees must complete one month (30 days) of service to be eligible for this insurance.

VOLUNTARY BENEFIT PLANS – Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, and Critical Illness and Cancer Insurance
 
LONG TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE
The District provides long term disability insurance to all employees upon one month (30 days) of service. This benefit provides partial income replacement up to age 65 for an employee who is deemed disabled under the plan due to injury or illness for an extended period of time.   The District pays 100% of the cost of this coverage.
 
VISION PLAN
Upon one month (30 days) of service, the District will reimburse employees up to $100 per fiscal year (7/1 - 6/30) for the cost of employee, spouse, or dependents' prescription eye ware. Any amount of the $100 that is not used in a fiscal year is rolled over to the next fiscal year up to a maximum of $300.
 
REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNTS - Employees may elect to participate in the Health Care Reimbursement Account and/or Dependent Care Account and use pre-tax dollars to pay for non-reimbursed medical, dental and child care expenses. Employees must complete one month (30 days) of service to participate in these accounts. Open Enrollment is held each year in January for changes, which become effective February 1.
 
DEFINED CONTRIBUTION RETIREMENT PLAN
This defined contribution plan offers employees the opportunity to build a retirement fund by combing a Fixed Contribution of 7% of covered wages contributed by the District for all participants with the opportunity for employees to make a Voluntary Contribution of up to an additional 4% of covered wages and receive a District Matching Contribution of 50%. Employees have the option to invest more than 4% on a tax deferred basis up to IRS limit; however, amounts over 4% will not qualify for the matching contribution percentage. Employees are always 100% vested in the Employee Voluntary Contribution and the District's Matching Contribution. The District's Fixed Contribution is subject to a 20% per year vesting schedule. Employees can invest the District's Fixed Contribution, the Employee Voluntary Contribution and the District's Match Contribution in the Vanguard investment options.
 
CREDIT UNION - MSD employees and their family members may join the American Eagle Credit Union and participate in their programs.
 
DIRECT DEPOSIT - Employees must have their paychecks deposited directly into their bank account or credit union. MSD offers various options that allow portions of the paycheck to be deposited into checking and/or savings accounts.
 
EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE - MSD encourages its employees to further their education by taking courses that will help in their job and career development. Approved courses are paid in advance. An employee receives full tuition for an "A", "B" or "C" grade. The maximum amount of Educational Assistance per employee for each fiscal year is $3,500.   An employee must satisfactorily complete six months of employment to participate in this program.
 
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP) - MSD provides an Employee Assistance Program to help employees deal with personal issues while maintaining their privacy. This program is offered to employees and all eligible members of the employee's household. Assessment and referral service is offered at no cost. EAP counselors will assist the employee in utilizing their health insurance for all outside referrals.
 
PRE-PAID LEGAL PLAN - Provides employees, their spouse, and dependents access to legal services for a monthly fee, which is paid through the convenience of payroll deduction. Open Enrollment is held each year in January for changes that become effective February 1.

01
Do you have a Bachelor's degree from a recognized college or university with major course work in Engineering?
  • Yes
  • No
02
What was your major in your Bachelor degree program?
  • Civil
  • Environmental
  • Chemical
  • Mechanical
  • Other
03
Have you been a licensed Professional Engineer for at least four (4) years?
  • Yes
  • No
04
Do you have project management experience utilizing Primavera P6?
  • Yes
  • No
05
Do you have extensive experience in managing a multi-project program or managing and scheduling multiple projects simultaneously?
  • Yes
  • No
06
Do you have experience in sewer plan design and review and/or construction?
  • Yes
  • No
07
Do you have a valid driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Agency
Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District
Address
2350 Market Street

St. Louis, Missouri, 63103
Phone
(314) 768-6237 Option #2 for Talent Development