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Laurel, Maryland, At WSSC Water, we are passionate about our one water mission and devoted to delivering safe, seamless, and satisfying service to our 1.9 million customers. It takes teamwork to deliver the essential, which is why we proudly call ourselves Team H2O – working together, sharing our talents and creativity to safeguard public health and protect the environment. The Commission’s Chief Engineer serves as lead subject matter expert in all engineering and construction matters. Provides guidance and oversight of the functions within the Engineering & Construction Department including Enterprise Asset Management; Development Services; Facility Design & Construction; Regulatory Services; Pipeline Design; Pipeline Construction; Planning; and Engineering & Environmental Services. Provides engineering and regulatory expertise to plan, design, and build necessary infrastructure as well as operational support for delivering safe water and wastewater services in a timely, cost-effective, and environmentally sound manner . The Chief Engineer will be a trusted member of the senior leadership team and expected to partner with the team on all matters pertaining to engineering, construction, the reliability and resilience of the Commission’s infrastructure and delivery of internal and external facing services under the Chief Engineer’s purview. The Chief Engineer will be solution-oriented and proactive in identifying opportunities to improve processes, systems and infrastructure as well as identifying efficiencies and cost containment measures. The Chief Engineer will have the expertise to lead continuous improvements in our capital improvement delivery, regulatory and development services. The selected Chief Engineer will have prior experience in leveraging external partnerships to advance infrastructure investment at WSSC Water. The Chief Engineer will embody the core values of the Commission. This position serves in a confidential, policy-making, and public contracting role. Key Functions: Serves as the Commission’s Chief Engineer and lead subject matter expert in all planning, engineering, construction, regulatory and development services matters. Serves as the Commission’s lead subject matter expert in development and delivery of the Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Supervise and direct engineering and construction projects from conception to completion. Develop and/or review and approve project plans, scopes of work, schedule timelines and budgets. Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget and to the required quality standards and specification and within the approved scope of work. Lead and motivate a diverse team of engineers, inspectors, technical and compliance personnel providing guidance and support. Identify and mitigate potential risks and issues. Directs the planning, design and construction of the water and wastewater infrastructure systems within the sanitary district to maintain reliability, resilience and meet regulatory requirements. Directs and manages the retrofit and modernization of Commission facilities. Ensures that all plumbing and gasfitting conducted within the Sanitary District is performed in accordance with WSSC Water Plumbing and Gasfitting Regulations. Provides guidance and support the administration of the federally mandated industrial waste pre-treatment program. Evaluates and approves recommendations for rehabilitating deteriorating elements of the water distribution and wastewater collection systems. Coordinates with Production for design, rehabilitation and maintenance of process controls for water and wastewater treatment plants. Participates in the consultant selection process for architect/engineer contracts. Oversees the issuance of permits for plumbing work and house connections. Oversees surveying and mapping functions. Oversees the direction of the Water and Sewer House Connection Reconstruction Program to replace defective sewer services responsible for sewage backups and to renew any associated galvanized water services. Conceptualizes, directs, and manages crucial Commission engineering projects and programs. Oversees management of in-house engineering services for complex, urgent and/or emergency projects. Evaluates infrastructure analysis and management for the dams and pre-stressed concrete cylinder pipe system. Evaluates the peer review of consultants’ designs and reports to ensure good engineering practices are used and for compliance with WSSC Water standards. Ensures the integrity of the WSSC Water system is maintained through implementation of an effective development services process, with oversight of the planning, design and construction of water and sewer extensions by developers and other requests impacting the infrastructure of WSSC Water. Regularly appears before the Commission for requested actions, briefings and to present the capital improvement program and capital improvement program budget. Provides meaningful direct or indirect input into the WSSC Water policy-making process. Provides substantial intervention or collaboration in the formulation of WSSC Water public policy. Has access to highest level confidential information, including all financial records, investments strategies, personnel records, vendor commercial and pricing information. Provide performance feedback and conduct performance reviews for employees. Engage in the selection or recommend selection, training, assignment and evaluation of work, counseling, disciplining, and/or termination or recommend termination of employees. Delegate tasks and responsibilities effectively. Foster a collaborative and positive team environment. Collaboration and coordination of various efforts across multiple departments including operating departments, Procurement, Finance, and internal service departments. Implement and maintain quality assurance procedures. Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards. Conduct regular inspections and audits of engineering and construction work that is underway. Develop and manage Engineering and Construction Department budget as well as project and program level budgets for the capital improvements program. Establish expectations and provide guidance for required documentation and reporting to include detailed documentation throughout the project lifecycle, technical memoranda, technical drawings, specifications, progress reports, change orders, and other project/program-related documents. Facilitate the Commission’s Project Stat process in coordination and collaboration with the General Manager’s Office of Performance and Accountability (GMOPA). BS degree in Engineering (Civil, Sanitary, Environmental, or related engineering discipline). 12+ years’ experience planning and directing complex engineering projects or programs, facilities operations & maintenance and/or construction management. 5+ years of proven leadership and management at the senior/executive level. Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Maryland or ability to obtain Maryland registration within 6 months of hire.

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Leesburg, Virginia, Do you want to apply your expertise for a cause you can feel good about? Do you want to work for an organization that wants you to grow with it and offers tuition reimbursement, certification training, and a chance to learn about multiple industries? Come work for the Town of Leesburg, hometown of the 21st century! Located 35 miles west of the nation's capital in the heart of DC's Wine Country, you'll enjoy a vibrant and authentic community with "big city" amenities. The Town of Leesburg strongly encourages innovation, promotes career development, and offers excellent benefits to employees. Benefits include membership to the Town's full-service recreation center, enrollment into the Virginia Retirement System, excellent healthcare insurance, and other fringe benefits. Who We're Looking For  If you identify with the following descriptions, then you may be perfect for the Town of Leesburg: Creative problem solver Proactive self-starter Life-long learner Strong team player Passionate about excellent customer service Positive, can-do attitude Effective communicator Desire to impart knowledge to others "Early adopter" of new technologies What You'll Be Doing This position is responsible for senior-level professional work in the Town’s Department of Community Development, performing specialized engineering, analytical, and research duties related to land development applications. The primary focus is conducting timely reviews of plans, plats, and other applications as assigned for adherence to engineering design and construction standards and assisting with review and design of Town Capital Projects. For more detailed job descriptions, please visit the Town's  Job Descriptions page . Required Qualifications Graduated from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in civil engineering or a related field; along with four (4) to six (6) years’ experience in civil engineering work. In lieu of a degree, ten (10) to twelve (12) years of applicable civil engineering-land development experience within the Northern Virginia area. Possess a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record. Preferred Qualifications Current Virginia PE License and Engineering-In-Training Certificate. Certified Construction Manager. Engineers and Surveyors Institute (ESI) Designated Plan Reviewer (DPE) Certification. Bilingual in English/Spanish. The Town offers competitive compensation, affordable health insurance coverage, participation in the Virginia Retirement System, an optional 457(b) retirement plan with a Town matching contribution, flexible spending accounts, voluntary benefits, employee assistance program (EAP), membership to the Town's full-service recreation center, an optional payroll Roth IRA, and generous paid time off. For more information on the Town's robust benefits package, please visit the Town's Employee Benefits  page. ADA/EOE

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Greensboro, North Carolina, Description: This is a full-time Postdoc position to develop the remote sensing data fusion to automatically extracting spatio-temporal features using integrated data-driven analysis and generative models to create a comprehensive and detailed knowledge base of environmental dynamics for rapidly changing events like floods and extract timely and accurate information about floodwater extent and depth, which is critical for supporting emergency-response planning.  The successful candidate needs to have knowledge and skills in remote sensing, image processing, machine learning/deep learning, computer programming, and some understanding of GIS . Primary Function of Organizational Unit: The Department of Built Environment enrolls over 200 undergraduate and graduate majors. The Department offers three degree ABET accredited programs: a Bachelor of Science in Geomatics, Construction Management, and Environmental Health and Safety. In addition, the Department is involved in the Ph.D. in Applied Science and Technology, and the Construction Management Program is involved in the Master of Science in the Applied Engineering Technology ( AET ) program. The mission of the Department of Built Environment's mission is to educate students to become competent and confident leaders who excel in the global scientific community. Among its core values, the Department is committed to excellence, responsiveness, accountability, intellectual growth, technical expertise, inclusiveness and collaborative engagement. Requirements: The employee will have already acquired a Ph.D. or equivalent acceptable degree in in the area of remote sensing, computer science, geomatics, engineering and/or related disciplines that fits within the scope of the duties and responsibilities. Critical skills include Coding skills, Critical thinking, Teamwork, Time management. Special Instructions: You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity. Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more; Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees Community Service Leave Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more 12 Paid Holidays Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS ) Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457 Employee Assistance Program ( EAP ) Campus Recreation Center Discount University Bookstore Discount This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station. Job Closing Date: 06/14/2025

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Ann Arbor, Michigan, A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) promotes health, safety, and environmental compliance within the U-M campus community.  Under general supervision, the Electrical Inspector performs electrical code inspections and plan reviews to ensure enforcement of local codes and to maintain compliance with other related ordinances, as well as audit management records for compliance to department policies and procedures.  Perform detailed inspections of electrical installations in all types of construction projects across all UM campuses. Review and interpret plans and specifications for compliance with the National Electrical Code and UM standards. Coordinate with mechanical and fire inspectors to interface fire alarms, smoke alarms, and smoke evacuation systems.  Maintain accurate records of inspections; generate and issue daily reports for all inspections. Work with general contractors and electricians to ensure electrical work is performed according to code. Perform final inspection and approval of all electrical devices. Perform inspection and testing of electrical equipment installations, including distribution panels, motor control centers, fire alarm systems, transformers, and substations. Work closely with the building inspectors to facilitate the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy. Participate in the adoption of electrical code revision and safety regulations. Stay up-to-date on the latest electrical products, technology, and code changes. Other duties may be assigned as needed. Licensed inspector per Michigan Public Act 407, or must obtain a State of Michigan license as an electrical inspector within the first three months of employment. Must possess a Journeyman electrical license. Seven (7) years or more of work-related experience installing electrical work in the commercial and industrial fields. Must possess strong residential and commercial construction experience.  Possess considerable knowledge of standard practices, processes, and equipment for installing electrical equipment. Strong knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC). Proficient in reading and interpreting construction plans, diagrams, and specifications. Good verbal and written communication skills. Proficient in computer applications for inspection reporting and record-keeping. Physical capabilities to navigate construction, including performing inspections at various heights and confined spaces. Must possess a valid driver's license. Master electrical license. Ten (10) years or more of work-related experience installing electrical work in the commercial and industrial fields. Previous experience as an electrical inspector. State of Michigan licensed electrical inspector with reasonable knowledge of local and state codes and regulations. F&O is a positive organization dedicated to the principles of being respectful, collaborative, solutions-based, and proactive. The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended. The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.  

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New Haven, Connecticut, 1. Collaborate closely with assigned Yale Planner during all phases of the Project. 2. Measure and manage all aspects of Project Risk during all phases of the Construction process. 3. Act as the primary client point-of-contact day-to-day during procurement, construction and closeout. 4. Monitor the quality of the construction documents developed by outside architects and engineers. Assist with Project Formulation (by others) as requested. 5. Monitor the schedule for design deliverables, and manage the overall project master schedule to meet the expectations outlined during the Design Phase of the project. 6. Act as a liaison between project architect(s), consultants, contractors, building committees, building user, City agencies, and departmental staff members during the completion of design documents, Procurement, construction, commissioning, start-up and closeout. 7. Lead the development of all budget estimates (beyond formulation) and preliminary schedules and validate their accuracy. 8. Assure that Yale Sustainability Standards are incorporated into the construction documents 9. Lead the constructability, value management/engineering and document review process and assure that the final documents reflect all accepted findings. Assure that any discovered "gaps" in the construction documents are resolved prior to bidding. Review and approve submitted bid lists. Assure all Bid Clarification Requests and RFIs are answered timely and completely. Lead the process of reconciling received bids to the budget estimates. Review and bring forward final GMP/LS Bids for approval. Participate in required risk workshops and track progress in managing all identified risks. 10. Assure that the CM/GC/direct vendor has an appropriate; procurement plan, critical path schedule with select contract milestones identified, and a list of approved and pre-qualified bidders. Verify commitment to safety is sufficiently robust and adequately enforced in accordance with Yale's Safety Guidelines. 11. Lead the Owner/Architect /CM or GC team (OAC) during construction to ensure completed construction meets all scope, schedule and budget parameters as approved, and in collaboration with the project planner, verify that the final product conforms to all applicable codes, zoning ordinances and University standards. 12. Lead the resolution of project-related technical, budget, and schedule conflicts between consultants, construction manager/general contractor and internal stakeholders such that the project meets or exceed all project goals/commitments. 13. For Projects above $4MM, complete formal monthly project reports for each project that summarize the status of the project including, but not limited to; pending claims, safety, EEO participation, budget and schedule status, contingency expenditures, key issues and their planned resolutions, and any delays pending or approved. 14. Lead the quality control, commissioning, and closeout/turnover process at completion, and assure that all required documentation is received prior to release of final payment. Monitor and lead resolution of all warranty issues for the full warranty period and beyond as necessary. 15. Oversee the move-coordination process with the end-user. 16. With the assistance of the Contracts Administration Department, create and issue purchase orders, contracts, change orders and other associated project documentation. Review and approve monthly billings and update cash flows. Build the electronic archive of project documents in accordance with Yale policies and procedures. Required Skill/ability 1:   The Project Manager is expected to possess the skills and experience necessary to manage a wide variety and number of projects across the University's many academic disciplines at any one time. Work Week:   Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day) Posting Position Title:   Construction Project Manager University Job Title:   Project Manager, Stewardship Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or Construction Management. Six or more years related experience in the professional practice of Construction Management.