Director Of Engineering
Apply NowCompany: Amports
Location: Jacksonville, FL 32210
Description:
AMPORTS has been a leader in the global automotive service industry for over 60 years. With multiple locations in the United States and Mexico, AMPORTS is one of the largest auto processors in North America. We believe in a perpetual commitment to quality, safety, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction.
Our purpose at AMPORTS is to leverage our port and terminal infrastructure, creating capacity, value, and supply chain solutions for finished vehicles. We take pride in providing service to our customers that is matched by no other. We know how to work hard, play hard, and recognize success. We want to welcome go-getters that are motivated to focus on pooling resources, knowledge and skills to get the job done.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Summary/Objective
The Director of Engineering will be responsible for overseeing multiple construction projects from the design phase through completion to include piers, berths, car wash facilities, pilings, etc. This position is also responsible for the direction, oversight, and development of the Engineering Department.
This position can be located in Baltimore, MD or Jacksonville, FL.
Essential Functions
Competencies
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has direct reports.
Work Environment
Well-lighted, heated, and/or air-conditioned indoor office, production setting, outdoor/indoor shop environment, or enclosed vehicle with adequate ventilation and protection from extreme weather conditions.
Physical Demands
Light physical activity performing non-strenuous daily activities of an administrative or production/technical nature. Manual dexterity is sufficient to reach and handle items.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are primarily Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm. This position may require overtime.
Travel
Moderate overnight travel (up to 30%) by land and/or air.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university and expertise in the field of Civil and Structural Engineering, Marine and Port facilities. Permitting, excavation and environmental cleanup knowledge required. Strong General Contracting, Construction/Project Management experience Helpful.
Preferred Education and Experience
Master's degree (M. A.) or equivalent; or four to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Work Authorization/Security Clearance
Must be able to obtain TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential).
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Salary range: $118,707 - $159,079
Amports is an equal opportunity employer and diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
Our purpose at AMPORTS is to leverage our port and terminal infrastructure, creating capacity, value, and supply chain solutions for finished vehicles. We take pride in providing service to our customers that is matched by no other. We know how to work hard, play hard, and recognize success. We want to welcome go-getters that are motivated to focus on pooling resources, knowledge and skills to get the job done.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Summary/Objective
The Director of Engineering will be responsible for overseeing multiple construction projects from the design phase through completion to include piers, berths, car wash facilities, pilings, etc. This position is also responsible for the direction, oversight, and development of the Engineering Department.
This position can be located in Baltimore, MD or Jacksonville, FL.
Essential Functions
- Provide leadership and mentorship to the Engineering team
- Collaborate with terminal managers, customers, and other parties for facility needs in new construction and upgrades
- Assist in Development of Scope of Work Packages, Invitations to Bid, Bid Scoring and Awarding of Contracts for Projects requiring Contractors/Vendors.
- Oversee each construction project from the design phase through to completion and manage the life cycle upgrades for all facilities in the AMPORTS portfolio
- Stay abreast of local legislation that will impact AMPORTS facilities such as rain tax and permitting.
- Assist in Development of Specifications, Choice and Procurement of Company Equipment and Assets.
- Oversee the updates of SPCC plans
- Provide regulatory compliance oversight for all projects, new and upgrade
- Provide oversight of workplace safety audits and corrective action items
- Handle all contractor negotiations and bids
- Manage the budget for all Engineering projects
- Familiarity with Union Environment and Collective Bargaining Agreements
- Other duties and projects as assigned.
Competencies
- Effective communicator in listening, written, and verbal
- Team builder and collaborator
- Ability to trouble shoot and solve problems effectively and efficiently
- Use of knowledge and data to make sound decisions
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Delegate tasks where appropriate
- Manage budgets
- Ability to oversee multiple, and often competing, projects
- Strong Project Management
- Asset Management, Maintenance Management and Project Management Software Competency
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has direct reports.
Work Environment
Well-lighted, heated, and/or air-conditioned indoor office, production setting, outdoor/indoor shop environment, or enclosed vehicle with adequate ventilation and protection from extreme weather conditions.
Physical Demands
Light physical activity performing non-strenuous daily activities of an administrative or production/technical nature. Manual dexterity is sufficient to reach and handle items.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are primarily Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm. This position may require overtime.
Travel
Moderate overnight travel (up to 30%) by land and/or air.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university and expertise in the field of Civil and Structural Engineering, Marine and Port facilities. Permitting, excavation and environmental cleanup knowledge required. Strong General Contracting, Construction/Project Management experience Helpful.
Preferred Education and Experience
Master's degree (M. A.) or equivalent; or four to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Work Authorization/Security Clearance
Must be able to obtain TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential).
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Salary range: $118,707 - $159,079
Amports is an equal opportunity employer and diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.