Engineer Project Coordinator (multiple levels available)
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Job Location:
Minneapolis, MN - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 93704 - 152068
Posted on:
3 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
WHO WE ARE
We are the Metropolitan Council the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation wastewater and housing services.More information about us on our website.
We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Metro Transit is one of the countrys largest transit systems employs more than 3000 people and prior to Covid provided more than 80 million rides a year through an integrated network of buses light rail and commuter trains as well as resources for those who carpool vanpool walk or bike in the Twin Cities.
Metro Transits Engineering and Facilities Departmentis responsible for the development and construction of Metro Transits public and support the support facility area we plan design and construct improvements to the bus operations and maintenance facilities including replacement of existing building equipment improvements to the maintenance service bays renovating operations support space building additions roof replacements and designing new facilities. Engineering and Facilities has built and maintains over 2 million square feet of office and industrial space.
How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:
Engineers and Project Coordinatorswithin Transits Engineering and Facilities group oversee a capital budget program of $80 million dollars annually and lead the effort to develop design and construct transit infrastructure and systems.
NOTE: This position is eligible for a hybrid telework arrangement. The candidates permanent residence must be Minnesota or Wisconsin.
This posting will create an eligible list to fill current and future vacancies for up to 6 months.What you would do in this job
Assist staff in the planning design construction and implementation of capital improvement projects. Contributes as a project team member on assignments that vary in size and complexity and may work on several assignments concurrently. Manages the development of bus support facilities projects including expansion or updates to work areas for internal departments control center improvements bus garage modifications and other projects to keep facilities in a state of good repair.
- Leads coordination efforts with other Metro Transit departments to identify project goals project budget timelines for project completion.
- Contributes as project team member on large complex projects.
- Assists in the development of project budgets and schedules; monitor costs and progress; anticipates potential problem areas; identifies and implements measures to keep the projects within budget and on schedule.
- Coordinates the project with external entities and stakeholders who may be affected by the project or program (Units of Government the public private parties and regulatory bodies).
- Assists in the development of scope of services and other non-standard provisions of requests for proposals and consultant contracts. Participates in contract negotiations and the evaluation of proposals.
- Monitors the work of consulting engineers for conformance with contract requirements and administers those contacts.
- May serves as project manager for RFP or IFB processes on various service and construction contracts working with the Purchasing and Finance Departments.
- Advises the Councils Authorized Representative relative to design and costs issues during construction phase of various projects.
- Lead an update of the Overhaul Base facility facade and roof replacement.
- Lead internal renovation work to maintenance work areas.
- Lead work at Metro Transit bus garages for roof replacement and façade updates keeping buildings weather tight.
- Lead elevator rebuilding at multiple facilities.
What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)
This position will be filled as either an Engineer or Project Coordinator classification at one of the levels listed below based on qualifications. Click on the link to see more details.
Engineer(Non-Represented Grade G Exempt - $82555 - 133 973)- Bachelor degree in Engineering in the related area of discipline.
- Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam within six months of hire.
Note: FE exam replaces the former Engineering in Training (EIT) exam. - 2 years of related experience as an Engineer
- Bachelor degree in Engineering in the related area of discipline.
- Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE) or Registered as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Minnesota or a state with reciprocity may be required for some positions. Note: FE exam replaces the former Engineering in Training (EIT) exam
- 4 years of related experience as an Engineer
- Bachelor degree in Engineering in the related area of discipline.
- Registered as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Minnesota or a state with reciprocity.
- 5 years of related experience as an Engineer
Project Coordinator(Non-Represented Grade G Exempt -$82555 - 133 973)- Bachelors degree from an accredited university or college in Engineering Architecture Engineering Technology Architectural Technology Construction Technology Planning or related field.
- 3 years of experience in engineering architecture planning or related field.
- BA/BS degree in urban or transportation planning or related field.
- 4 years experience in transit or administration management research planning statistics or engineering.
- Bachelors degree (BA/BS) from a four-year college or university in Engineering Architecture Engineering Technology Architectural Technology Construction Technology Planning or related field.
- At least 5 years of project management experience on large and complex capital projects as a Registered Architect or Certified Project Manager Professional.
- Previous experience in the design construction and project controls of transit facilities or railway systems is desired
- Experience in the design and construction of one or more of the following: Operations and heavy vehicle maintenance facilities control center and police buildings knowledge of building systems and transit facilities.
- Experience in project management and coordination of multiple design disciplines.
- Experience and technical knowledge in the preparation of plans and specifications.
- Experience in leading and facilitating meetings with very complex and detailed materials.
- Demonstrated ability to promote and support an equitable positive and respectful work environment that values cultural diversity among all employees.
- Knowledge and skills in project management: including developing effective project teams problem solving scheduling budgeting presenting reports cost estimating and contract administration.
- Knowledge of engineering theories and principles of design and construction.
- Knowledge of Microsoft software and project tracking software packages. Computer applications related to the work including basic GIS Revit or Auto CAD concepts and applications.
- Skilled at communicating well orally in writing and interpersonally.
- Skilled inresearching engineering and design issues evaluating alternatives making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting effective staff reports.
- Weoffertheopportunity tomakeadifferenceandpositively influencetheTwinCities metropolitan area.
- Weencourage ouremployees todevelop theirskillsthroughon-sitetraining andtuition reimbursement.
- Weprovideacompetitivesalaryexcellentbenefitsandagoodwork/life balance.
Additional information
What your work environment will be:
This position will be based at both construction sites and in the office and will be considered for a hybrid work arrangement. This position will be exposed to moving parts fumes airborne particles outdoor weather conditions and vibration. Confined space entry at industry and various facilities is required.
What steps the recruitment process involves:- We review your minimum qualifications.
- We rate your education and experience.
- We conduct a structured panel interview.
- We conduct a selection interview.
If you are new to the Metropolitan Councilyou must pass a background check which verifies education and employment covers driving record and any criminal record. If you have a criminal conviction you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.
If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Councilyou must pass a criminal background check if the job youre applying for is safety sensitive is a supervisory or management job is in the Finance Information Services or Human Resources departments or has access to financial records files/databases cash vouchers or transit fare cards.
IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information you may be barred from job consideration.
The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color members of the LGBTQ community individuals with disabilities women and veterans to apply.
If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process please email.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Visio
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Project Management
- Sharepoint
- Project Management Software
- Microsoft Project
- Administrative Experience
- Project Coordination
