Engineer Section Head

Job Description:

Engineer Section Head

Description

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Water Department - Engineering, Distribution Division
Location: 4800 E. 63rd St.
Salary Range: $7,268-$10,902 per month

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. * Telework available one day per pay period after the initial probationary period
Application Deadline: May 21, 2026


Responsibilities

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What you'll do

• Review and approve completed plans, specifications, drawings, and estimates.
• Lead and coordinate project teams by reviewing vouchers and supporting field data for partial payments for work completed.
• Approve payments in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Prepare specifications for materials and products and perform necessary research for satisfactory substitutes.
• Investigate material failures.
• Inspect construction work in progress to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
• Interpret plans and specifications for inspectors and contractors.
• Oversee the planning, design, and construction of Capital Improvement Projects, as well as the maintenance of the current infrastructure of the KCMO Water Services Department.
• Work with the Operations and Maintenance Division, developers, other City departments, and agencies to meet codes, guidelines, and required regulations.
• Oversee schedules, budgets, and project status reports for Water Distribution Engineering Division projects.
• Assign and oversee project personnel to specific phases or aspects of projects.
• Coordinate activities to establish and improve meaningful divisional preventative maintenance work orders.
• Implement an effective predictive maintenance program for the Department.
• Directly supervise 8-12 employees.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws, including interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints; and resolving problems.

What success looks like

• Engineering projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to specification
• Projects meet regulatory and quality standards
• Staff are supported, developed, and clearly directed
• Leadership has accurate, timely project and performance information

What you get

• Leadership role with real authority and decision-making impact
• Opportunity to shape infrastructure strategy and staff development

Why this role matters
The water distribution system is critical to public health and daily life. This role ensures infrastructure projects are planned, built, and maintained correctly while leading teams that keep the system reliable and compliant.
What you'll bring

• Strong engineering and project oversight skills
• Ability to lead teams and manage performance effectively
• Experience coordinating complex infrastructure projects
• Sound judgment in technical, budgetary, and personnel decisions
• Commitment to public service, safety, and accountability

Qualifications

REQUIRES:

• 4 years of progressively responsible experience as a Registered Engineer
• Within 6 months of hire date, must be registered as a Professional Engineer with MO Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors, and Professional Landscape Architects.