Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation.  We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home.  Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation.  The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all.  Live Here! Work Here!

JOB SUMMARY:  

Directs activities of engineers and technicians and assist in the overall administrative operation of the department.  Participates in planning of programs, policies or objectives for own work group, department and other departments.

• Directs activities of engineering staff and manages mobility and other assigned projects.
• Attends meetings with other departments, contractors, vendors and other entities.
• Acts as department liaison with vendors and contractors.
• Assists in preparation and monitoring of budget; recommends, tracks, and monitors budget expenditures.
• Responds to inquiries and resolve or refers to proper party.
• Oversees and coordinates activities of the department.
• Recommends future capital improvements.
• Assists and/or instructs other employees with their duties; supervises and reviews work of other employees; Assigns duties and plans work of others.
• Recommends selection of new employees, employee transfers/promotions, disciplining/discharging and salary.
• Assists with landfill and recycling center related activities in conformance with Federal State requirements. Prepares and submits required reports.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Registered Professional Engineer.
• 7 years of job related experience with 2 years in supervisory capacity.
• Excellent computer, engineering, construction experience, management, and organizational skills.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials.

SALARY RANGE:  $90,604.80 - $113,276.80 annually based on qualifications

CLOSING DATE:  Upon filling position

To be considered for employment, all interested candidates should complete the required Fort Bend County online employment application located at www.fortbendcounty.jobs

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal  and local  laws, unless  such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.

For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply.

Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.