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Licensed Engineering candidates external to TWDB will be eligible to receive a $5,000 recruitment bonus if selected. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications Engineer II or Project Manager III: $5,701/month - $6,000/month Engineer III or Project Manager III-S: $6,001/month - $6,300/month Engineer IV orProject Manager IV: $6,301/month - $7,000/month Engineer V or Project Manager IV-S: $7,001.00/month - $8,200.80/month* TEXAS WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARDS MISSION Leading the states efforts in ensuring a secure water future for Texas. WORKING AT THE TWDB See why our work makes an impact and why the TWDB is a great place to work! The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) endorses telecommuting and hybrid workplace plans, in addition to other flexible work alternatives. We offer competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending, and flexible work hours so you can have a work/life balance! For more information about these benefits and more visit: http://www.twdb.texas.gov/jobs/benefits.asp. Please visit TWDB Career Page: http://www.twdb.texas.gov/jobs/ for more information. VETERANS PREFERENCE Veterans, Reservists or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties that fall in the fields of Portfolio Project Manager, Project Manager, Civil Engineering, or other related fields pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications for this position and are highly encouraged to apply. Additional Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_ProgramManagement.pdf Job Description Summary The Flood Protection Planning Grant Department of the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) is seeking highly motivated individuals to work with flood risk reduction efforts throughout Texas. Work involves performing moderately complex (journey-level) project management work, to advanced (senior-level) technical analysis and engineering evaluation of watershed study reports. Manages grant contracts, schedules, budgets, change orders, and other required project and program documents for flood control planning projects funded by the TWDB. Serves as an advisor on engineering related matters and oversees engineering reviews. Responsible for ensuring that TWDB financial assistance projects comply with Board rules. Makes recommendations on eligibility for funding and project approval and ensures that projects comply with engineering related program requirements. Manages complex Flood Infrastructure Fund (FIF) Category 1 (CAT 1) and similar flood planning projects. Represents TWDB at assigned meetings and engagements, serves as an information source for team members and other staff, and provides training for TWDB staff and applicants on TWDB engineering processes. Works under general to minimal supervision, with limited to considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Manager of the Flood Protection Planning Grant Department. Essential Job Functions Reviews applications for financial assistance and advises applicants on TWDB requirements according to the funding program. Serves as an advisor on engineering related matters and, as necessary, oversees applicable reviews conducted by other Project Reviewers. Develops and manages grant and professional services contracts. Assists in developing scopes of work and budgets, and negotiating contract amendments. Develops relevant engineering information needed for Board consideration of funding requests and makes final recommendations on the feasibility of the pr posed project/application. Coordinates with various federal and state agencies regarding projects and programs. Performs technical review and evaluation of engineering related documents; determines relevant deficiencies, options and recommendations to ensure compliance with TWDB rules and regulations. Monitors project schedules, budgets, and invoice costs and/or released costs to identify potential issues or delays. Serves as project manager, monitoring project schedules, budgets, and requirements, and reviewing eligibility and approving payment requests. May conduct on site observations to monitor the progress of the construction of TWDB-funded projects for compliance with TWDB rules and specifications. Assists owners with problem resolution, and ensures work is completed in accordance with approved contract document. Manages various aspects of projects, recommends course of action to reduce delays, and documents project files on significant actions. Provides information and assistance to appropriate TWDB staff and clients. Stays informed of changes to pertinent laws, regulations, guidelines, policies, and instructions and correctly applies them to assigned projects. Identifies and participates in internal and external job-related trainings. Provides support for additional flood planning teams due to temporary staffing conditions as assigned by division director. Assists the Discipline Lead and WSI management in identifying process improvements and areas within FPPD that need improvement or could be streamlined. Assists the Discipline Lead in reviewing and preparing procedures and guidelines and in conducting training as necessary. Promotes an environment that encourages teamwork, accountability, professional development, and improvement in performance. Conducts outreach efforts, including public speaking. Maintains current information in TWDBs projects database (TxWise). May train and supervise the work of others. May participate in reviewing Regional Flood Plans, developing the State Flood Plan and related activities. Maintains confidential and sensitive information. Ensures individual and team files (electronic and hard versions) are appropriately maintained and timely disposed of in accordance with the agencys records retention procedures and schedule. Maintains required certifications and licenses and meets the continuing education needs and requirements of the position to include, attending mandatory training courses. May be required to operate a state or personal vehicle for business purposes. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in engineering or a related field. Professional Experience: Engineer II or Project Manager III - Two years of experience in engineering or a related field. Engineer III or Project Manager III-S - Three years of experience in engineering or a related field. Engineer IV or Project Manager IV- Four years of experience in engineering or a related field. Engineer V or Project Manager IV-S - Six years of experience in engineering or a related field. License (Note: only external candidates with valid PE licenses at the time of hire are eligible to receive a $5,000 recruitment bonus): Engineer II/ Engineer III/ Engineer IV/ Engineer V -Licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Texas. Project Manager III/ Pr