Engineer Principal - Citywide (5212) - (C00384)

Overview

San Francisco is a vibrant city focused on economic growth, innovation, urban development, arts and entertainment, and social issues and change. Our employees help shape the future of San Francisco and the Bay Area.

Job Description

Under general administrative direction, the Principal Engineer / Architect manages, plans, assigns and directs the activities of several units or a group of professional and sub-professional engineering / architectural personnel engaged in a wide variety of design and / or construction projects.

Essential functions may include :

• Plan, direct and coordinate the design activities of major sections engaged in complex engineering and / or architectural projects.
• Establish, prepare, manage, review and monitor organizational budgets.
• Establish and evaluate organizational goals; coordinate activities of professional personnel with contractors, subcontractors, state and local agencies, and inspection and construction personnel.
• Supervise personnel, complete performance appraisals, and participate in disciplinary processes when necessary.
• Establish design and construction standards; review and approve correspondence, reports, estimates and other materials.
• Write policies, procedures, and evaluations.
• Conduct negotiations with government and architectural and engineering agencies.
• Coordinate, interpret and enforce policies; confer with operating division managers and other departments.
• Make presentations to boards, organizations and the public.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Substitutions for Engineer Specialty :

Notes for Engineer Specialty :

Out-of-State Applicants : Candidates licensed in other states may apply and will be placed under waiver until California licensure is provided.

Licenses and Working Conditions

Some positions may require a valid driver license. Working conditions may include lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing ladders, working in high places and outdoors, and varying schedules including weekends, holidays, nights, and overtime.

Verification and Selection

Applicants may be required to verify education and experience. Falsifying information may result in disqualification. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City and County of San Francisco application. The selection process includes a Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire, and a scoring process to generate an eligible list for certification. The eligible list typically remains valid for 6 months and may be extended.

EEO and How to Apply

The City and County of San Francisco is an equal opportunity employer. Information about hiring processes, conviction history, benefits, and accommodations is available on the City’s Civil Service and HR sites. All job applications must be submitted online at https : / / careers.sf.gov / .

For questions regarding this recruitment or application process, contact the exam analyst, Tamara Ranney, by email at tamara.ranney@sfgov.org.

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