<span class="fr-mk" style="display: none;"> </span><span class="fr-mk" style="display: none;"> </span><span class="fr-mk" style="display: none;"> </span><span class="fr-mk" style="display: none;"> </span>Irvine Ranch Water District is accepting applications for senior engineers with design and project management experience for water and wastewater treatment plants and pump/lift stations, and construction management of water and wastewater related facilities.
Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The deadline for the first review of applications is March 16, 2025. Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit applications early. Candidates who submit applications after the first review deadline are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review deadline.
The District:Irvine Ranch Water District (IRWD) is a progressive, values-driven agency, with an international reputation for its leading-edge financial management practices, water recycling program, water use efficiency practices, water banking, urban runoff treatment, and energy generation and storage. Established in 1961 as a California Water District under the provisions of the California Water Code, IRWD is an independent special district serving central Orange County. IRWD provides high-quality drinking water, reliable sewage collection and treatment, ground-breaking recycled water programs, and environmentally sound urban runoff treatment to its customers. As an independent, not-for-profit public agency, IRWD is governed by a publicly elected five-member Board of Directors. The Board is responsible for the District's policies and decision-making. Day-to-day operations are supervised by the General Manager. Additional information can be found at the District's website: www.IRWD.com.
IRWD Corporate Values
Irvine Ranch Water District believes that its values drive the character, culture, and capacity of our organization. IRWD was built on values, and we weave them into the fabric of everything we do. Values are the ingredients in our recipe for both institutional and individual success. They are a code of conduct to promote positive outcomes for others and ourselves. They are more than words on a wall or a website. We live by them every day. We pledge to keep them relevant in an ever-changing world.
The positionThis position will manage complex Engineering projects, prepare and review designs, and make decisions on engineering issues.
The ideal candidate will help a dynamic team of Engineers and have design and construction management experience with a desire to supervise and mentor lower level Engineers. The Senior Engineer will serve as project manager and is challenged by complex design and construction projects related to capital improvement projects.
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.- Act as Project Manager for large complex planning, design, and construction projects.
- Prepare and review designs submitted by consultants, developers, and other entities for compliance with standards.
- Prepare and review specifications and cost estimates.
- Review shop drawings and other construction submittals for compliance with the approved plans and specifications.
- Prepare progress estimates and recommend change orders/variances.
- Provide technical support of water, sewer, and recycled water system operational requirements.
- Maintain a variety of records and prepare correspondence and reports in a professional manner complying with District standards.
- Prepare agenda items and supporting material for Committee and Board action.
- Prepare Requests for Proposals for retaining consultants on engineering and planning projects.
- Coordinate projects and maintain good relationships with representatives from other water agencies, city, county, regulatory agencies, and landowners.
- Review work, give instruction, and evaluate performance of assigned personnel on a periodic basis.
- May supervise lower-level staff. May participate in the selection, counseling, and training of employees.
- Assume the duties of the Engineering Manager as required.
- Operate personal computers including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, scheduling, email, internet, and database software.
- Comply with District work-related safety practices and attend relevant safety training.
- Responsible for all other work-related duties.
Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, Irvine Ranch Water District employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:Education:Experience:
License and Certifications:
A valid California Class C driver’s license is required.
Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of California. Four (4) years of additional engineering experience, for a total of eleven (11) years of experience can be substituted for a PE.
Ability to:
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all levels of office, management, and field employees.
- Represent the District in a professional manner when dealing with outside professionals and vendors.
- Explain, demonstrate and clarify to others within well established policies, procedures and standards, as well as the ability to follow specific instructions and respond to simple and difficult requests from others.
- Add, subtract, multiply, and divide and calculate percentages.
- Have an understanding of advanced principles and mathematical reasoning and successfully apply that knowledge to solve scientific and engineering problems.
- Effectively use Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and keyboarding abilities sufficient to perform the job.
- Use good personal judgment and discretion in performing all job functions.
- Remain calm in crisis and emergency situations.
- Use discretion when handling and disseminating sensitive information.
Physical RequirementsRegularly required to sit, walk, bend, stoop and stand. Occasionally required to lift up to 25 lbs.
Environmental AdaptabilityNoise level is generally equivalent to typical office environment. Ability to work in an environment which may expose employee to hazardous materials and environment. Occasional visits to construction sites where noise level may be higher than typical office environment.
IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONSAll applicants are required to complete and submit a District application form online and answer the supplemental questionnaire. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application. Resumes or faxed copies will not be accepted in lieu of the District online application. To apply, click on the "Apply" link located at the top of this page.
New users must create an account first. Click on this link for instructions on how to set up your account and apply for the first time: Online Employment Application GuideApplications will be reviewed by the Human Resources Department and the subject matter expert. Those applicants possessing the most pertinent qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process, which will include:Spark Hire: a one-way video interview, evaluating the candidates' ability to convey their training and experience.
Oral Interview Examination: will evaluate the candidates' experience, training, education, and abilities in relation to those factors which are essential for successful performance on the job.Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communications by any other method.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Irvine Ranch Water District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you consider yourself a person with a disability, you may contact the Human Resources Department for a reasonable accommodation.
