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Location : FL 33315, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 1409669
Department: Avi ACD Airport Dev Admin
Opening Date: 12/29/2022
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Hiring Range: $68,259.36 - $93,685.34
Note:: The starting rate of pay will be within the Position Hiring Range indicated above based on qualifications and/or experience that exceed the minimum qualification requirements. The full salary range (annually or hourly) of this job class also displays above
Veterans' Preference Notice: Under Section 295.07, Florida Statutes, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment with Broward County and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.
REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES
The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Staff Engineer in the Aviation - Capital Projects Development Division.
Benefits of Broward County Employment
High Deductible Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums:
Single $10.39 / Family $76.94
Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2400 Annually
Consumer Driven Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums:
Single $78.64 / Family $273.13
Florida Retirement System (FRS) - Pension or Investment Plan
457 Deferred Compensation employee match
Eleven (11) paid holidays each year
Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 weeks per year
Up to 40 hours of Job Basis Leave for eligible positions
Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually)
Paid Parental Leave
The Staff Engineer includes professional and administrative work assisting in the management of Airport projects for the County. These projects will include landside, airfield and building projects. In addition, the Staff Engineer supports the Construction Project Managers and Engineers in their management and engineering activities.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in an engineering field related to the area of assignment.
Experience working with pavement, utilities and building projects in Cities, Counties and Airports is preferred.
Special Certifications and Licenses
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification may be required based on area of assignment.
Preferences
Master's Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering field closely related to area of assignment.
Florida Professional Engineer License (PE)
PMI Project Management Professional (PMP)
AAAE Certified Member (C.M.)
FDOT Certifications (asphalt, concrete, MOT, etc)
1+ years of experience in Project Management, Budget Development, Implementation and Monitoring
1+ years of experience computer-aided design and drafting (CADD); Microsoft Project, Primavera, Project Management Software
1+ years of experience in preparing and reviewing specifications and drawings to ensure compliance with design, licensing, and regulatory standards
1+ years of experience in aviation design, construction
Additional Information:
All candidates must complete an extensive ten (10) year work history verification and
criminal background check, including fingerprinting and all other information as required by the Federal Aviation Administration. * Post-offer physical examination including drug testing. * Ability to maintain authorization to drive a County vehicle. * Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge. * The Aviation Department operates under a Drug-Free Workplace Policy in compliance with the provisions of the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.
The Staff Engineer position will be responsible for supporting the Construction Project Managers and Engineers in the performance of a wide range of tasks including, but not limiting to the following:
- Provides engineering support in the design and review of a wide variety of projects.
- Collects and processes engineering related data; prepares project scope of work, schedule, cost estimates and list of deliverables.
- Prepares technical review comments and technical reports, as needed, with project specific information, license conditions, engineering data and calculation summaries.
- Reviews engineering construction certifications, construction permits and design plans for compliance with FAA requirements, County and State Codes.
- Establishes and manages effective internal and external communication and coordination with other divisions, consultants, contractors and other agencies.
- Performs site inspections, as needed, for construction compliance, reviews inspection reports and identifies deficiencies.
- Manages the Tenants Improvement Projects (TIPs) and BCAD Improvement Projects (BIPs). Coordinates, as necessary, with BIPs and TIPs stakeholders.
- Supports Project Managers during negotiations with contractors and consultants and during the preparation of Work Orders, Purchase Orders, Change Orders, Notice to Proceeds, Close-outs and other administrative work as needed.
- Supports the development of the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and the preparation of the Capital Budget.
- Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences
- Performs related work as assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Physical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)
Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
Involves routine and frequent exposure to extreme heat and/or cold; wet or humid conditions.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
County Core Competencies
All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance
Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The ADA requires Broward County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with the Professional Standards/Human Rights Section.
Emergency Management Responsibilities
Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.
County-wide Employee Responsibilities
All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.
All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.
Broward is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of free life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,000. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Part-time 20+ benefit eligible employees receive the benefits described above at a reduced amount.
01
What is your highest level of education with major coursework in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering or closely related field.
02
How many years of experience do you possess in professional engineering and/or construction management experience relevant to Airfield and Landside construction projects or closely related experience?
03
If you answer yes to question #2, please state the years and the company where this experience was acquired.
04
Do you currently have or have the ability to obtain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License?
05
Do you possess any of the experience listed below. Please select all that apply.
06
If you selected yes to any of the experience listed on question # 5, please state where this experience was obtained.
07
Do you possess any of the graduate degrees, certifications, or licenses listed below. Please select all that apply.
08
Please explain in detail your professional engineering background and how it would be applicable to an airport terminal design and construction setting.
09
Please describe what you know about the development plans at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport.
10
Describe one specific engineering contribution you would expect to make during the first six months at Broward County Aviation Department (BCAD).
11
One of the critical requirements for this position is strong verbal business communication skills. Describe your experience presenting to various stakeholders?
12
Describe a specific engineering /architectural project that you were responsible for which required your interaction with a variety of stakeholders. Include in your description who were the stakeholders, the duration of the project, and the result of the project.
13
Priorities in the field of engineering and architecture often change quickly. Please give us an example where you have demonstrated your ability to handle multiple and changing priorities.
14
Describe your experience in managing a construction project along with processing payments for work completed.
15
Please describe how you address change orders and unforeseen conditions.
Required Question
Location : FL 33315, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 1409669
Department: Avi ACD Airport Dev Admin
Opening Date: 12/29/2022
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Hiring Range: $68,259.36 - $93,685.34
Note:: The starting rate of pay will be within the Position Hiring Range indicated above based on qualifications and/or experience that exceed the minimum qualification requirements. The full salary range (annually or hourly) of this job class also displays above
Veterans' Preference Notice: Under Section 295.07, Florida Statutes, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment with Broward County and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.
REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES
The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Staff Engineer in the Aviation - Capital Projects Development Division.
Benefits of Broward County Employment
High Deductible Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums:
Single $10.39 / Family $76.94
Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2400 Annually
Consumer Driven Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums:
Single $78.64 / Family $273.13
Florida Retirement System (FRS) - Pension or Investment Plan
457 Deferred Compensation employee match
Eleven (11) paid holidays each year
Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 weeks per year
Up to 40 hours of Job Basis Leave for eligible positions
Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually)
Paid Parental Leave
The Staff Engineer includes professional and administrative work assisting in the management of Airport projects for the County. These projects will include landside, airfield and building projects. In addition, the Staff Engineer supports the Construction Project Managers and Engineers in their management and engineering activities.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in an engineering field related to the area of assignment.
Experience working with pavement, utilities and building projects in Cities, Counties and Airports is preferred.
Special Certifications and Licenses
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification may be required based on area of assignment.
Preferences
Master's Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering field closely related to area of assignment.
Florida Professional Engineer License (PE)
PMI Project Management Professional (PMP)
AAAE Certified Member (C.M.)
FDOT Certifications (asphalt, concrete, MOT, etc)
1+ years of experience in Project Management, Budget Development, Implementation and Monitoring
1+ years of experience computer-aided design and drafting (CADD); Microsoft Project, Primavera, Project Management Software
1+ years of experience in preparing and reviewing specifications and drawings to ensure compliance with design, licensing, and regulatory standards
1+ years of experience in aviation design, construction
Additional Information:
All candidates must complete an extensive ten (10) year work history verification and
criminal background check, including fingerprinting and all other information as required by the Federal Aviation Administration. * Post-offer physical examination including drug testing. * Ability to maintain authorization to drive a County vehicle. * Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge. * The Aviation Department operates under a Drug-Free Workplace Policy in compliance with the provisions of the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.
The Staff Engineer position will be responsible for supporting the Construction Project Managers and Engineers in the performance of a wide range of tasks including, but not limiting to the following:
- Provides engineering support in the design and review of a wide variety of projects.
- Collects and processes engineering related data; prepares project scope of work, schedule, cost estimates and list of deliverables.
- Prepares technical review comments and technical reports, as needed, with project specific information, license conditions, engineering data and calculation summaries.
- Reviews engineering construction certifications, construction permits and design plans for compliance with FAA requirements, County and State Codes.
- Establishes and manages effective internal and external communication and coordination with other divisions, consultants, contractors and other agencies.
- Performs site inspections, as needed, for construction compliance, reviews inspection reports and identifies deficiencies.
- Manages the Tenants Improvement Projects (TIPs) and BCAD Improvement Projects (BIPs). Coordinates, as necessary, with BIPs and TIPs stakeholders.
- Supports Project Managers during negotiations with contractors and consultants and during the preparation of Work Orders, Purchase Orders, Change Orders, Notice to Proceeds, Close-outs and other administrative work as needed.
- Supports the development of the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and the preparation of the Capital Budget.
- Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences
- Performs related work as assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Physical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)
Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
Involves routine and frequent exposure to extreme heat and/or cold; wet or humid conditions.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
County Core Competencies
All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.
- Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
- Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
- Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance
Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The ADA requires Broward County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with the Professional Standards/Human Rights Section.
Emergency Management Responsibilities
Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.
County-wide Employee Responsibilities
All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.
All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.
Broward is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of free life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,000. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Part-time 20+ benefit eligible employees receive the benefits described above at a reduced amount.
01
What is your highest level of education with major coursework in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering or closely related field.
- High School/GED/Equivalent
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate Degree
02
How many years of experience do you possess in professional engineering and/or construction management experience relevant to Airfield and Landside construction projects or closely related experience?
- Less than 2 years
- 2 years
- 3 years
- 4 to 7 years
- 8 - 1 1 years
- 12 or more years
03
If you answer yes to question #2, please state the years and the company where this experience was acquired.
04
Do you currently have or have the ability to obtain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License?
- Yes
- No
05
Do you possess any of the experience listed below. Please select all that apply.
- Airport, Cities, County Experience relating to Design/Construction
- FAA Advisory Circular experience
- AutoCAD/GIS experience
- None of the above
06
If you selected yes to any of the experience listed on question # 5, please state where this experience was obtained.
07
Do you possess any of the graduate degrees, certifications, or licenses listed below. Please select all that apply.
- Master's Degree in Engineering/Architecture/Aviation or in Construction Management
- Accredited Airport Executive (AAE)
- Certified Member (CM)
- Professional Engineer License
- Engineering-In-Training Certification
- None of the above
08
Please explain in detail your professional engineering background and how it would be applicable to an airport terminal design and construction setting.
09
Please describe what you know about the development plans at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport.
10
Describe one specific engineering contribution you would expect to make during the first six months at Broward County Aviation Department (BCAD).
11
One of the critical requirements for this position is strong verbal business communication skills. Describe your experience presenting to various stakeholders?
12
Describe a specific engineering /architectural project that you were responsible for which required your interaction with a variety of stakeholders. Include in your description who were the stakeholders, the duration of the project, and the result of the project.
13
Priorities in the field of engineering and architecture often change quickly. Please give us an example where you have demonstrated your ability to handle multiple and changing priorities.
14
Describe your experience in managing a construction project along with processing payments for work completed.
15
Please describe how you address change orders and unforeseen conditions.
Required Question
