Director of Engineering & Construction

  • Full Time
  • Anywhere

Website Jackson Municipal Airport Authority

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
·       Manages the work in the Engineering department, including multiple ongoing architectural and engineering (A/E)            design and construction contracts.

·       Helps to develop Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Request for Qualifications (RFQs), and Requests for Bid (RFB), etc.

·       Evaluate fee proposals submitted by consultants.

·       Oversees and supervises engineering, design, and contracts.

·       Prepares or oversees the preparation of engineering studies/plans.

·       Must understand capital programming and regulatory compliance.

·       Assists with AIP and PFC grant applications, obtains appropriate approvals and authorizations and manages grant            funds.

·       Must work along Facilities, Operations, JMAA departments, inspectors, on-calls, and tenants.

·       Assists in developing and executing the annual capital budget and 5-year CIP.

·       Performs professional engineering assignments in maintenance, repair, design, construction, land development,                and program development, which require advanced expertise in a specialized area of engineering and multiple                    engineering-related functions.

·       Prepares, administers, and monitors the department’s operations and maintenance budget.

·       Acts as a resource for engineers on complex projects or manage projects or components.

·       Reviews construction projects procured through the Procurement Department.

·       Develops capital project scopes of work for assignment to consultants.

·       Review consultant fee proposals to ensure they are complete, reasonable, and consistent with current engineering              best practices.

·       Possesses knowledge of FAA Part 139, FAA Advisory Circulars on airfield construction, engineering mathematics,              engineering principles/practices and the materials and equipment applicable to the area of specialization, current              codes, trends, and developments in the field of engineering specialization, principles of project management,                      organization and administration, applicable laws and regulations, FAA Design Standards and airfield construction            methods and regulations

·       Reviews construction bids, design-build proposals, guaranteed maximum prices, and qualifications-based selection.

·       Evaluate schematic designs and coordinate with design team for design development and coordinate with                            contractors to ensure compliance with contract documents.

·       Interacts with vendors to obtain information and assistance; Plans, assigns, and reviews the work of contactors and          maintenance repairs of airport facilities and grounds; Assists with the monitoring and compliance of vendors,                    contractors, and consultants during construction projects; and prepares reports, as needed.

·       Process invoices while checking for accuracy regularly.

·       Produces engineering documents by developing construction specifications, plans, and schedules.

·       Confirms adherence to construction specifications and safety standards by monitoring project progress, inspecting            construction site, and verifying calculations and placements.

 

Other Duties:
·       Represents the organization, both internally and externally, by supporting the strategic direction, strategic                          priorities, objectives, vision, mission, and values of JMAA

·       Provides courteous and prompt service to all internal and external parties; Prioritizes and addresses requests and              assignments in a professional and cooperative manner.

·       Identifies opportunities and recommends methods to improve service, work processes and financial performance              (e.g., procedure optimization); Assists in the implementation of quality improvement initiatives.

·       Assists co-workers in the completion of tasks and assignments to ensure continuity of service; Actively supports                teamwork throughout the organization.

·       Performs other services as assigned.

To apply for this job email your details to recruiter@jmaa.com

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