Technical Specialist III/IV

Overview

We have an exciting career opportunity for a Technical Specialist III/IV to join our team!

 

This position reports through the Underground Engineering & Construction (UE&C) department and the Private Development group. The Private Development team is responsible for the oversight of planning, design, permitting, contracting, construction management, inspection, close out and transfer of ownership of developer installed projects associated with the water distribution and wastewater collection systems. 

 

This position is for an intermediate level water/wastewater plan review technician.

 

Technical Specialist III

Under general supervision, the candidate uses applications, standards, and document control processes/procedures to assist with reviewing multiple projects of low to medium complexity by assuring compliance with plan submittal and construction standards. Engages in interactions with contractors, designers, engineers, consultants, other Citizens departments, and other agencies.

 

Technical Specialist IV

Under general supervision assists with managing multiple projects of medium to high complexity by assuring compliance with scope, budget, schedule, quality, and safety. Engages in routine interactions with contractor, consultants, public, other Citizens departments, and other agencies.

 

 

Citizens Energy Group offers competitive salary and benefits including:

• Health, Dental & Vision
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Short Term Incentive Pay (STIP) Plan 
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
• Wellness Program
• Adoption and tuition assistance
• Employee Credit Union
• PTO and Paid Holidays
• Flexible Hybrid Work Schedule

If you are looking for a new opportunity, we invite you to apply and talk about the possibilities of starting a rewarding new chapter of your career!

 

Vacancies will be filled at Technical Specialist III or IV level based on candidate experience. 

 

Minimum Salary:

 

Technical Specialist III: $59,700  (Grade 7)

 

Technical Specialist IV: $67,000  (Grade 8) 

 

Responsibilities

Technical Specialist III 

• Applies knowledge of standards, systems, document control, departmental guides, applicable codes, and Citizens policies and procedures. Able to review project requirements and accurately determine the correct format and content of the required deliverables.
• Assists with cost estimating, budget development, Contract Administration, progress tracking, construction schedule adherence, change order evaluations and negotiations, and contractor and consultant invoice reviews and processing.
• Begins to proactively apply knowledge of the Citizens Quality Program to ensure that deliverables are accurate and compliant. Demonstrates personal accuracy and supports continuous improvement and change management efforts.
• Broadens the use of applications to continuously evaluate and improve methods, processes and procedures used to accomplish deliverables. Create and develop deliverables based on a variety of design inputs. May perform basic computations such as material quantity estimates and dimensional checks.
• Assist in coordinating deliverables with other groups involved on the same project to minimize interference or errors.
• Focuses on the needs of internal clients while utilizing an understanding of external clients’ main interests and drivers.
• Understands and adheres to budget, schedule, and quality requirements. Manage internal and external staff performing construction inspection services.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

 

Technical Specialist IV

• Assists with cost estimating, budget development, Contract Administration, progress tracking, construction schedule adherence, change order evaluations and negotiations, and contractor and consultant invoice reviews and processing.
• Proactively applies Citizens Quality Program to deliverables. Demonstrates personal accuracy and supports continuous improvement and change management efforts. Reviews design inputs in order to ensure consistency. Assists to ensure deliverables are in compliance with the specific codes and standards suitable for the project.
• May develop moderately complex design concepts and deliverables. Begins to make decisions with respect to deliverables and input interpretation. Capable of handling difficult technical assignments within an area of expertise a