Engineer Manager I (NMED #12119)
Apply NowCompany: State of New Mexico
Location: Albuquerque, NM 87121
Description:
$39.09 - $62.54 Hourly
$81,308 - $130,093 Annually
This position is a Pay Band EG
Posting Details
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.
Department Name: Water Protection Division (WPD)
Program Area: Construction Programs Bureau (CPB) Engineering Unit
Looking for a rewarding career and growth opportunity? The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) is seeking highly engaged talent to assist us in our mission to protect and restore the environment and foster a healthy and prosperous New Mexico for present and future generations. Come be a part of our great team for change! Learn more at: https://www.env.nm.gov/
As a valued new employee to the NMED, you will receive five (5) full days of leave in your leave balances right from your start date.
Why does the job exist?
The person in this position will help New Mexico communities develop sustainable and secure water, wastewater and solid waste infrastructure through assistance with project planning and funding and technical assistance. The person in this position will provide technical support to communities, and guide and help develop engineering and technical staff within the Bureau.
How does it get done?
- Supply independent review of Architect-Engineer (A/E) contracts, preliminary engineering reports, engineer's cost estimates, plans and specifications, construction contracts, other technical and engineering documents, and the administrative closeout of publicly funded construction projects
- Devote a significant amount of time to directing the work of two technical section employees and overseeing the review of the work performed by the non-licensed engineering staff
- Administer federal and state loan and grant money for the construction of water, wastewater, and solid waste projects to ensure appropriate outcome without waste, fraud or abuse
- Prepare National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)-like environmental reviews and documentation for federally funded projects according to the State Environment Review Procedure
- Participate in construction progress meetings and conduct periodic, interim and final site visits and project inspection reports
- Oversee and manage the more complex and difficult projects and works with the engineer intern and engineer professional technical staff to train them and oversee their work
Who are the customers?
- New Mexicans to protect and restore the environment
- Occasional contact with external Federal, State and Local regulatory bodies as well as contractors and environmental not for profit organizations
- Internal staff
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have experience in the following:
- Project Management
- Water and wastewater field preferred
- Supervising employees
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor of Science Degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant engineering discipline with licensure and five (5) years of engineering experience, one (1) of which must be as a Licensed Professional Engineer. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling nine (9) years may substitute for the required education and experience. Must be certified by the NMBLPEPS as a Licensed Professional Engineer in good standing within six (6) months of hire.
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive a Defensive Driving Course certificate as a condition of continued employment.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending and reaching may be required. Travel throughout the state and occasional out of state travel may be required.
Supplemental Information
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Agency Contact Information: Sara Rhoton (505) 469-2687 or Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
For more information on how to apply, please check out the Application Guide: link
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining unit.
$81,308 - $130,093 Annually
This position is a Pay Band EG
Posting Details
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.
Department Name: Water Protection Division (WPD)
Program Area: Construction Programs Bureau (CPB) Engineering Unit
Looking for a rewarding career and growth opportunity? The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) is seeking highly engaged talent to assist us in our mission to protect and restore the environment and foster a healthy and prosperous New Mexico for present and future generations. Come be a part of our great team for change! Learn more at: https://www.env.nm.gov/
As a valued new employee to the NMED, you will receive five (5) full days of leave in your leave balances right from your start date.
Why does the job exist?
The person in this position will help New Mexico communities develop sustainable and secure water, wastewater and solid waste infrastructure through assistance with project planning and funding and technical assistance. The person in this position will provide technical support to communities, and guide and help develop engineering and technical staff within the Bureau.
How does it get done?
- Supply independent review of Architect-Engineer (A/E) contracts, preliminary engineering reports, engineer's cost estimates, plans and specifications, construction contracts, other technical and engineering documents, and the administrative closeout of publicly funded construction projects
- Devote a significant amount of time to directing the work of two technical section employees and overseeing the review of the work performed by the non-licensed engineering staff
- Administer federal and state loan and grant money for the construction of water, wastewater, and solid waste projects to ensure appropriate outcome without waste, fraud or abuse
- Prepare National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)-like environmental reviews and documentation for federally funded projects according to the State Environment Review Procedure
- Participate in construction progress meetings and conduct periodic, interim and final site visits and project inspection reports
- Oversee and manage the more complex and difficult projects and works with the engineer intern and engineer professional technical staff to train them and oversee their work
Who are the customers?
- New Mexicans to protect and restore the environment
- Occasional contact with external Federal, State and Local regulatory bodies as well as contractors and environmental not for profit organizations
- Internal staff
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have experience in the following:
- Project Management
- Water and wastewater field preferred
- Supervising employees
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor of Science Degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant engineering discipline with licensure and five (5) years of engineering experience, one (1) of which must be as a Licensed Professional Engineer. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling nine (9) years may substitute for the required education and experience. Must be certified by the NMBLPEPS as a Licensed Professional Engineer in good standing within six (6) months of hire.
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive a Defensive Driving Course certificate as a condition of continued employment.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending and reaching may be required. Travel throughout the state and occasional out of state travel may be required.
Supplemental Information
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: Sara Rhoton (505) 469-2687 or Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
For more information on how to apply, please check out the Application Guide: link
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining unit.