Special Projects Coordinator - Engineering - Fort Bend County

Overview

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!

JOB SUMMARY:

Acquires and manages right-of-way and property acquisition.  Coordinates public and private utility relocation for County projects.  Participates in planning of programs, policies or objectives for own work group and department.

Responsibilities

• Works with the project team and coordinates with surveyors, engineers, and attorneys to identify properties for County projects.  Investigates property conditions and valuation of land.  Negotiates with landowner and coordinates with Commissioners Court to settle land deals. 
• Coordinates right-of-way acquisition with TxDOT. 
• Manages outside consultants and appraisers to acquire right-of-ways for County projects. 
• Plans, coordinates and implements right-of-way activities with engineering staff, project managers, project designers, surveyors and County attorneys. 
• Maintains uniform, orderly records of acquisitions along with the County Attorney’s Office. 
• Monitors property foreclosures in relation to the major thoroughfare plan and future mobility projects. 
• Reviews Design Plans and tracks acquisition schedules. 
• Communicates with public about projects during planning. 
• Periodically monitors construction progress. 
• Assists the County Engineer in maintaining communication between the County and the Toll Road Authorities. 
• Coordinates agreements with developers and landowners. 
• Coordinates contracts with consultants. 
• Coordinates reporting to Engineering staff, Commissioners Court, Toll Road Authority, or other groups. 
• Coordinate with TxDOT, cities, or other groups. 
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED; Two years of college level courses. 
• Five years’ experience in related field working in the acquisition of public right-of-ways and property. 
• Communication and conflict resolution skills to explain projects. 
• Extensive knowledge of computers and software such as databases, spreadsheets and word processors. 
• Ability to read construction drawings. 
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials. 
• Ability to complete assignments in a timely manner.

SALARY RANGE: $2,778.40 - $3,473.60 biweekly based on qualifications

CLOSING DATE:  Upon filling position

To be considered for employment, all interested candidates must complete the required Fort Bend County online employment application located at www.fortbendcounty.jobs

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.

For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply

To be considered for employment, all interested candidates must complete the required Fort Bend County online employment application located at www.fortbendcounty.jobs

Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.