Engineer - Senior Licensed Professional in Roads Maintenance

Position Overview

Under the general direction of the Division Director of the Roads Division, the Engineer - Senior Licensed Professional in Roads Maintenance oversees the routine maintenance activities of County primary and State/freeway trunklines. The role is responsible for snow and ice operations, FOIA requests, preparing specifications for materials and equipment rental contracts, and administering contracts, among other responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance activities on 728 miles of County primary, 855 miles of County local, and 462 miles of State freeway and trunk lines.
• Oversee snow and ice/winter operations.
• Respond to requests for information related to insurance claims, interrogatories, and lawsuits.
• Prepare specifications for purchasing road construction materials and rental equipment.
• Meet with elected officials and community leaders to maintain positive relationships with various communities, other counties, and MDOT.
• Administer various road repair, major materials, and equipment rental contracts.
• Review road improvement project plans and attend plan review meetings.
• Ensure that the Roads Maintenance Division’s approaches align with Roads Division policies.
• Collaborate directly with the Assistant Division Director on roads and personnel-related issues through regular meetings.
• Communicate regularly with MDOT representatives, Wayne County citizens, Roads Division supervisors, and DPS Section employees.
• Manage, supervise, and lead over 190 employees.
• Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Engineering or Surveying from an accredited university
• Professional Engineer License in the State of Michigan
• A valid Driver's License with an acceptable, safe driving record
• More than 6 years' experience as an Engineer, including at least 2 years managing road maintenance activities; plus 3 months of Engineering/Survey or equivalent experience