Capital Project Lead
Company: Goleta Water District
Location: Santa Barbara
Posted on: January 26, 2023
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Job Description:
Goleta Water District is seeking: Capital Project Lead $130,527
- $151,102 Annually Goleta Water District 4699 Hollister Avenue,
Goleta, CA 93110 www.GoletaWater.com ABOUT THE DISTRICT Located on
the beautiful Pacific coast, approximately 100 miles northwest of
Los Angeles, the Goleta Water District encompasses an area
extending along the south coast of Santa Barbara County west from
the Santa Barbara city limits to El Capitan. The area is known for
its natural beauty, quality of life, and Mediterranean coastal
climate. THE COMMUNITY Governed by a five-member elected Board of
Directors, the District is an independent special district with an
annual operating budget of $45 million. The District provides water
to a diverse population of approximately 87,000 in the Goleta
Valley, including agricultural, residential, commercial,
industrial, and institutional customers. The District's water
supply portfolio includes the Goleta Groundwater Basin, connections
with Lake Cachuma and the State Water Project, and a recycled water
system. The water system includes the LEED-certified Corona Del Mar
Water Treatment Plant, storage reservoirs, pumping facilities, 14
groundwater production and injection wells, over 270 miles of
pipelines and thousands of appurtenances. Under the direction of
the Engineering Supervisor, in the Engineering and Infrastructure
Department, the Capital Project Lead will work to implement a
complex capital program for treatment and distribution systems of
potable and recycled water. This position is responsible for
leading, overseeing and participating in studies and the design and
construction of capital improvement projects for the District. This
includes overseeing Engineering staff and consultants, contractors,
and vendors. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES --- Effectively
administer design and construction contracts, including reviewing
scopes of work, schedules, and budgets in proposals and managing
project delivery and execution. --- Succinctly analyze and develop
recommendations for planning actions and policies; prepare and
presents reports and supporting data. --- Simplify complex topics
for non-technical audiences and prepare quick pointed summaries for
executives and stakeholders. --- Think creatively and seek
alternative solutions to produce results and add value wherever
possible that will benefit the District, while clearly articulating
options to management and policy makers. --- Exercise initiative,
take personal responsibility, and follow through on assigned work.
The ideal candidate will: Bachelor's degree in engineering,
preferably in a civil discipline, or related field. Five years of
capital project management, civil engineering, or construction
management experience, preferably related to water works facilities
or treatment. Valid California Driver's License, and possession and
proof of a good driving record as evidenced by freedom from
multiple or serious traffic violations for at least two (2) years'
duration. QUALIFICATIONS KEY RESPONSIBILITIES --- Ensure that
projects meet budget, schedule, and quality objectives. --- Perform
calculations; participate in and oversee the development of
designs, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and correspondence.
--- Review complex technical reports, design packages, and other
program deliverables. --- Coordinate work with other department and
outside agencies. --- Read, interpret, and review maps, designs,
specifications, plans, and drawings. --- Provide work direction to
professional and technical engineering and clerical staff,
consultants, and contractors; review work for completeness and
accuracy. --- Respond to requests for information; provide
assistance to contractors, outside engineers, and the public. ---
Review requests for new and modified water service connections. ---
Interpret, explain, and apply policies, procedures, and standards
to customers, consultants, and contractors related to planning,
designing, and constructing water projects; conduct site visits to
verify information. --- Gather and compile a variety of data;
compose memoranda; prepare and submit technical documents and
reports for internal usage and for use by regulatory agencies. ---
Collaborate in both short- and long-range planning related to water
quality, drought management, stormwater capture, and recycled water
activities. --- Assist in developing and monitoring engineering
program and capital infrastructure budgets and planning documents;
coordinate and participate in technical programs, activities, and
events to meet goals and objectives. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS The
starting salary range for this position is $130,527 - $151,102
annually Goleta Water District offers a competitive benefits
package that includes, but is not limited to: --- Retirement: The
District participates in CalPERS (California Public Employees
Retirement System). Employees new to CalPERS or with a break in
CalPERS employment (or employment covered by a retirement system
with CalPERS reciprocity) of more than six months are eligible for
the 2% @62 benefit program and contribute 6.75% of their covered
salary. "Classic" CalPERS members are eligible for the 2.0% @55
benefit program and contribute 7% of their covered salary. ---
Health Insurance: The District provides group insurance benefits
for medical, dental, and vision. The 2023 Bi-Weekly employee share
of the HMO/PPO premiums is listed below. --- Employee only
$116.32/no cost --- Employee +1 $407.45/$326.80 --- Employee +2 or
more $536.35/$436.65 The amounts are adjusted annually --- Dental
Insurance: The District contributes 100% of employee and a portion
of dependent premiums. --- Vision Insurance: The District
contributes 100% of employee and dependents. --- Life Insurance:
The District provides life insurance and accidental death and
dismemberment coverage. The benefit is 2 - times the manager's
annual base salary. --- Vacation Leave: Employees classified as
FLSA Non-Exempt are entitled to accrue 112 hours (14 - 8 hours
days) of paid vacation annually during the first year of service,
with increases at 3, 5, and 10 years of service. --- Annual
Personal Development Allowance: The District will pay for required
courses (up to $1,000 per fiscal year) as well as approved
job-related courses. --- Annual Cost of Living Adjustment: Current
employees receive an annual cost of living adjustment (COLA). ---
Other Leave: 96 hours of sick leave accrued per year. Plus 10 paid
holidays, two of which are floating. HOW TO APPLY Please submit
current resume, employment application and supplemental questions
to: hr@goletawater.com. It is important that your application
reflect all relevant education and experience. - - This position is
open until filled. Applications submitted on or before January 26,
2023, by 5:00 P.M. will receive first consideration. Goleta Water
District 4699 Hollister Avenue, Goleta, CA 93110
www.GoletaWater.com An application package is available at
https://www.goletawater.com/about-the-district/employment 28. 4699
HOLLISTER AVENUE GOLETA, CALIFORNIA 93110-1999 PHONE 805-964-6761
January 2023 RE: Capital Project Lead Recruitment (Salary Range
$130,527- $151,102/annually, plus benefits) Dear Applicant: Thank
you for your interest in employment at the Goleta Water District,
an equal opportunity employer. We currently has a need for a full
time Capital Project Lead. Under the direction of the Engineering
Supervisor, in the Engineering and Infrastructure Department, the
Capital Project Lead will work to implement a complex capital
program for treatment and distribution systems of potable and
recycled water. This position is responsible for leading,
overseeing and participating in studies and the design and
construction of capital improvement projects for the District. This
includes overseeing Engineering staff and consultants, contractors,
and vendors. Effectively administer design and construction
contracts, including reviewing scopes of work, schedules, and
budgets in proposals and managing project delivery and execution.
Succinctly analyze and develop recommendations for planning actions
and policies; prepare and presents reports and supporting data.
Simplify complex topics for non-technical audiences and prepare
quick pointed summaries for executives and stakeholders. Think
creatively and seek alternative solutions to produce results and
add value wherever possible that will benefit the District, while
clearly articulating options to management and policy makers.
Exercise initiative, take personal responsibility, and follow
through on assigned work. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Ensure that projects
meet budget, schedule, and quality objectives. Perform
calculations; participate in and oversee the development of
designs, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and correspondence.
Review complex technical reports, design packages, and other
program deliverables. Coordinate work with other department and
outside agencies. Read, interpret, and review maps, designs,
specifications, plans, and drawings. Provide work direction to
professional and technical engineering and clerical staff,
consultants, and contractors; review work for completeness and
accuracy. Respond to requests for information; provide assistance
to contractors, outside engineers, and the public. Review requests
for new and modified water service connections. Interpret, explain,
and apply policies, procedures, and standards to customers,
consultants, and contractors related to planning, designing, and
constructing water projects; conduct site visits to verify
information. Gather and compile a variety of data; compose
memoranda; prepare and submit technical documents and reports for
internal usage and for use by regulatory agencies. Collaborate in
both short- and long-range planning related to water quality,
drought management, stormwater capture, and recycled water
activities. Assist in developing and monitoring engineering program
and capital infrastructure budgets and planning documents;
coordinate and participate in technical programs, activities, and
events to meet goals and objectives. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's
degree in engineering, preferably in a civil discipline, or related
field. Five years of capital project management, civil engineering,
or construction management experience, preferably related to water
works facilities or treatment. Valid California Driver's License,
and possession and proof of a good driving record as evidenced by
freedom from multiple or serious traffic violations for at least
two (2) years' duration The District has a COVID-19 vaccine policy
that applicants must adhere to. To apply for the Capital Project
Lead, please submit current resume, employment application and
supplemental questions to: hr@goletawater.com. It is important that
your application reflect all relevant education and experience.
This position is open until filled. Applications submitted on or
before January 26, 2023, by 5:00 P.M. will receive first
consideration. Sincerely, Human Resources Enclosures: Job
Description & Application for Employment and Supplemental Questions
Please return to: Position Applied For: Human Resource Office 4699
Hollister Avenue Goleta, CA 93110-1999 (805) 964-6761 APPLICATION
FOR EMPLOYMENT An Equal Opportunity Employer INSTRUCTIONS Please
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to remain and work in U.S. - must submit proof of age - must pass a
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NOTE: A RESUME WILL NOT SUBSTITUTE FOR THIS SECTION. NAME:
EXPERIENCE List all periods of employment and unemployment for the
last 10 years, starting with the most recent and working back.
Start with present employment, including employment with the
District. Indicate any discharge or forced resignation. Please
include volunteer, military or other special experience, which
applies to the position you are seeking. (Add additional sheets as
necessary.) Dates of Employment: From: _____/_____/_____ MO/DAY/YR
To: _____/_____/_____ MO/DAY/YR Hours Per Week:_____________
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Yes____ No____ If yes, please describe: Are you related by blood or
marriage to any current district employees? Yes____ No____ If yes,
individual: Name Relationship Have you ever been employed by the
District? Yes____ No____ If yes, give dates and positions held:
Where did you learn of this opening? Friends_______ District
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NOTICE TO APPLICANTS: All appointments shall be subject to a
minimum 12-month probationary period. The probationer may be
released at any time during this period without cause or appeal.
GOLETA WATER DISTRICT SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Capital Project
Lead Print Name: Date: This supplemental questionnaire will assist
in evaluating you as a candidate and will provide information
regarding various aspects of your background and experience that
are related to this position. Please complete the following
questions. For the following questions, please limit your answer to
any question to no more than one typewritten page. Please note that
a lack of experience in one or more of the areas mentioned in
question 4 below is not disqualifying. 1. Please describe what you
envision your role to be at the Goleta Water District and what you
intend to contribute to the organization. 2. What is your
experience with capital improvement projects? Select a specific
project you managed and describe your specific role in detail.
Include the size and cost of the project, the scope of your work,
and discuss any problems you encountered during the project and how
you resolved those issues. 3. Please describe your experience with
managing engineering projects. Specifically, discuss how you do the
following: establish/set deadlines; monitor progress of work
assignments; compel consultants and contractors to meet deadlines;
ensure you complete multiple assignments on or before their
respective deadlines; steps you take to avoid missing a critical
deadline. 4. Please describe your experience or familiarity with
the following areas: A. Reviewing construction drawings for water
system facilities, roads, grading, storm drains, sewers, etc. B.
Procuring and managing professional service and construction
contracts for public agencies C. Topographic surveying D. Cost
estimation E. Cost-benefit analysis F. Construction inspection
Submit your responses with your completed application by email to
hr@goletawater.com
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