Job Description

As a Civil Engineer Principal, you will lead the construction management team under general direction. Your responsibilities will encompass all functions and activities within the Infrastructure Design and Construction division, specifically the Bureau of Construction Management, which manages an annual project portfolio worth approximately $1 billion. Additionally, you will oversee the construction of future Public Works assets, provide leadership in developing new programs, and establish organizational policies, priorities, and objectives.

As a Civil Engineer Principal, your responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Leading the development and implementation of bureau goals, objectives, policies, and priorities.
• Overseeing and managing the construction and inspection functions for projects such as roadway repaving, reconstruction, sewer construction, curb ramp installation, traffic signal setup, and streetscape projects.
• Monitoring the bureau’s overall performance, coaching staff to develop and applying continuous improvement processes and strategies.
• Participate in succession planning by preparing staff for new and challenging opportunities and assignments.
• Ensuring consistent practices of human resource management standards across the organization.
• Supporting managers and supervisors in personnel management, conducting performance appraisals, and participating in corrective actions as needed.
• Evaluating staff performance, optimizing the use of personnel and resources, and developing action plans to enhance productivity and resolve morale issues.
• Directing resource allocation to achieve timely outcomes and measurable goals within budget, adjusting plans and programs as necessary to address emerging needs while maintaining bureau priorities.
• Assessing the efficiency and effectiveness of the bureau’s organizational structure, staff assignments, service levels, and administrative systems; identifying and implementing improvement opportunities.
• Communicating regularly with executive management on bureau activities, coordinating with other City departments, and representing the department before legislative boards, external organizations, the mayor's office, and the media.
• Participating in budget development by providing detailed justifications for proposals and initiatives, and closely monitoring budget expenditures.
• Providing executive management with updates on bureau and section activities.
• Driving to meetings and work sites as required.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience:
Nine (9) years verifiable professional engineering (e.g. civil, mechanical, electrical, sanitary/chemical/environmental or transportation/traffic) work experience, of which six (6) years of that experience must be as a licensed professional engineer. Two (2) of the nine (9) years must be equivalent to the City and County of San Francisco class 5211 Senior Engineer; AND

License:
Possession of a valid California License as a Registered Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical or Traffic Engineer.

** Notes:**
1. Some positions in this classification may require additional special engineering licensing and/or work experience in areas such as Construction Management, Structural Design, Corrosion, Fire Protection, Geo-technical Engineering, Environmental, Instrumentation and Control Systems, Cost Estimating, Scheduling and Project Controls.

2. Some positions may require possession of a certificate issued by the International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO), International Code Council (ICC) or an equivalent certifying body.

** CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT**
_Valid Driver’s License: Applicants must possess a valid State of California driver’s license with no restrictions that would prohibit them from legally performing the essential functions and duties of the role. _

Desirable Qualifications:
The following qualifications are preferred and may be used to determine candidates who advance to the interview stage or are considered finalists for hiring:

• Experience managing large-scale projects exceeding $100 million with complexities involving multiple disciplines, facets, and agencies.

Verification:
Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. More information can be found at: https://sfdhr.org/information-about-hiring-process#verification

All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application.

Note: Falsifying one's education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

Selection Procedures:
After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process, which includes the following:

The selection process will include an evaluation of applications in relation to minimum requirements. Depending on the number of applicants, the department may establish and implement additional screening mechanisms to comparatively evaluate the qualifications of candidates. If this becomes necessary, only those applicants whose qualifications most closely meet the needs of the department will move forward in the recruitment process.

Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire (MQSQ):
Candidates may be required to complete an MQSQ as part of the employment application. This MQSQ is designed to obtain specific information regarding an applicant's experience in relation to the Minimum Qualifications (MQ) for this position. The MQSQ will be used to evaluate if the applicant possesses the required minimum qualifications.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through all of the steps in the selection procedure.

Additional Information

Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:

• Information About the Hiring Process
• Conviction History
• Employee Benefits Overview
• Equal Employment Opportunity
• Disaster Service Worker
• ADA Accommodation
• Veterans Preference
• Right to Work
• Copies of Application Documents
• Diversity Statement

Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: At the City and County of San Francisco, we share a commitment to a diverse, inclusive and equitable community. Each member of our organization is responsible and accountable for what they say and do to make San Francisco an inclusive and equitable place to live and work by employing fair and just practices to and for all.

Applicants will receive a confirmation email that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the analyst, Eric Chan, at Eric.K.Chan@sfdpw.org.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.