Chief Engineer (Manager II, Grade M2) - Gaithersburg Maryland

Company: American Council Of Engineering Companies
Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland
Posted On: 02/05/2025

Chief Engineer (Manager II, Grade M2)Montgomery County GovernmentDepartment of TransportationGaithersburg, MDSalary Range: $110,403.00 - $191,406.00WHO WE ARE mission is to move people and connect places with seamless, equitable transportation options that are safe, environmentally responsible, and support economic growth and vibrancy in Montgomery County.WHO WE ARE LOOKING FORMCDOT seeks a highly motivated professional engineer with diverse transportation engineering expertise to serve as the Department of Transportation's (MCDOT) Chief Engineer and lead subject matter expert in all transportation planning, engineering, and construction matters.This is a new position. The Chief Engineer will be responsible for technical engineering oversight, quality control and assurance, and continually improving the County's transportation design standards.What You'll Be DoingThe selected individual will provide technical direction and oversight for all MCDOT projects involving planning, engineering, and construction activities. Primary duties include:

• Approve engineering plans and documents for all County transportation projects, ensuring quality control and compliance with applicable laws and standards.
• Develop and modify the County's transportation engineering standards utilizing current trends and best practices.
• Coordinate technical training and professional development for transportation engineers, planners, and construction managers.
• Provide oversight for the Materials Testing Laboratory, ensuring quality assurance for materials used in transportation projects.
• Provide technical engineering advice to the Director, Chief Administrative Officer, and County Executive on transportation engineering matters.Minimum QualificationsEducation: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree. Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering discipline.Experience: Seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional experience in Civil or Transportation Engineering, with three (3) years in a supervisory or executive capacity.License: Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Maryland, or ability to obtain by reciprocity within 1 year. Valid Class "C" driver's license from the applicant's state of residence when required for job-related duties.Preferred Criteria, Interview PreferencesPreference for interviews will be given to applicants with licensure and experience in the following areas:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering, or related field.
  • Experience in various engineering disciplines related to transportation capital projects.
  • Knowledge of relevant Federal, State, and County laws and regulations.
  • Experience with traditional and innovative project delivery methods.
  • Experience with quality assurance and quality control programs.
  • Development and maintenance of engineering standards and best practices.
  • Communicating with and making presentations to the public and senior managers.**Relevant experience in these areas must be detailed on your resume. **Montgomery County Government offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits.To view the complete job announcement and to apply, click here Interested candidates must create an online account in order to apply.This recruitment will close on February 18, 2025EOE. M/F/H.
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