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Position Overview:
The Newton County Water & Sewerage Authority is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Chief Engineer to lead and oversee major engineering functions and infrastructure projects, including the design, construction, and maintenance of water and sewer lines, treatment facilities, and public works structures. This leadership role involves supervising professional staff, managing complex engineering initiatives, and ensuring the highest standards in the development of utility and public infrastructure.
Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Chief Engineer will be responsible for strategic planning, project management, budget oversight, contract negotiation, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership capabilities, a deep understanding of civil and utility engineering principles, and a proven track record of successfully delivering projects and managing staff.
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Skills and Abilities:
Ability to manage multiple complex projects in both office and field environments.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a forward-thinking Deputy Chief Engineer to support the planning, design, and implementation of water, wastewater, and reclaimed water infrastructure for our growing utility organization. This is a highly responsible, supervisory role that plays a vital part in managing engineering staff, contractors, and consultants to ensure the successful execution of public utility projects.
Under the general supervision of the Chief Engineer, this role involves overseeing complex engineering initiatives, supervising technical staff, managing capital projects, reviewing development plans, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate is a skilled engineer and leader, capable of delivering infrastructure solutions that meet both current and future community needs.
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Experience & Skills:
Ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate across departments and agencies.
Our mission is to maximize the potential of NCWSA’s greatest assets – its employees.
We welcome resumes at any time. However, formal job applications are only accepted for currently open positions.
Newton County Water and Sewerage Authority, Covington, Georgia, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Authority will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
We aim to make a positive impact by serving our community.
Working for NCWSA
Hours
We are open from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday for most positions; however, being a utility, we have some employees on call 24/7. Employees are given one hour for lunch.
Insurance
Medical/dental insurance is provided with employees paying 20% of the cost. In addition, $25,000 in life insurance, $2,000 for dependents, and long-term disability are provided at no cost. Other insurances can be purchased at the employee’s expense.
Education Reimbursement
We offer our employees educational reimbursement after one year of employment.
Company Culture
We are a drug, alcohol, and smoke free organization with pre-employment drug testing & background checks. We are considered essential employees and require a servant’s heart to serve our customers.
Paid Time Off
Paid Time Off (PTO) is earned based on years of service, beginning at 8 hours/month after 30 days of employment and maxing out at 18 hours/month after 15 years of service. Employees can accumulate 320 hours before it rolls over to an Extended Illness Bank.
Paid Holidays for Employees
The following days have been designated by NCWSA as paid holidays for employees.