5174-Administrative Engineer-Design & Construction-SFO (PBT-5174-165034)

This is a Position-Based Test conducted in accordance with CSC Rule 111A. Specific information regarding this recruitment process is listed below: Appointment Type:  Application Opening : June 22, 2026 Application Deadline : Apply immediately . Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as this announcement may close at any time after 5:00 p.m. PDT on Monday, July 6, 2026 Compensation Range : $189,020-$229,814 Recruitment ID : PBT-5174-165034;  RTF0165033-01102312 Working at SFO: San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is one of the most dynamic and consequential airports in the world, serving as the primary international gateway to Northern California and Silicon Valley. As an enterprise department of the City and County of San Francisco, SFO welcomes over 54 million guests annually and offers nonstop service to more than 140 destinations worldwide on 50+ airlines. SFO is far more than a transportation hub. It is a recognized leader in environmental sustainability, equity, arts and culture, and forward-thinking infrastructure. With approximately 1,900 City employees and a broader community of more than 25,000 workers across airlines, concessionaires, and partners, SFO generates significant economic vitality across the Bay Area region. Our mission is to deliver an airport experience where people and our planet come first. Our core values of Safety and Security, Teamwork, Excellence, Care, and Equity guide everything we do as we build a supportive, purpose-driven workplace where all employees can thrive. SFO is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences. Applicants are considered regardless of race, sex, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under applicable law. Learn more about careers at SFO at flysfo.com , and follow us on Facebook , Instagram , YouTube , LinkedIn , Bluesky and Threads . Under general direction, the Administrative Engineer performs technical, administrative and supervisory engineering work in support of a wide range of capital improvement projects, engineering programs and project delivery within the Engineering division at SFO. This position is responsible for supporting the successful delivery of design and construction projects, with emphasis on design management, technical review, drawing and specification development, quality assurance/quality control, cost and schedule management, and compliance with applicable codes, standards, policies, and regulatory requirements. This position also supervises and mentors engineering staff, provides technical leadership and helps establish consistent procedures, expectations and best practices for project delivery. The essential functions of this classification include, but are not limited to, the following: Reviews and supports the delivery of engineering projects from planning and design through construction and closeout. Leads, prepares, reviews, and coordinates engineering drawings, technical specifications, reports, design criteria, cost estimates, schedules, and other project deliverables. Performs technical design, interdisciplinary coordination, constructability, code compliance, and quality assurance/quality control reviews for engineering plans and specifications. Interprets and applies applicable engineering codes, regulations, Airport standards, policies, procedures, and industry best practices across multiple engineering disciplines. Administers, updates, and supports implementation of the Airport’s Architectural and Engineering Standards, including coordination with technical stakeholders and project teams. Develops, implements, and improves engineering procedures, design review processes, QA/QC practices, templates, checklists, and project delivery tools. Supervises, directs, assigns, and reviews the work of engineering staff, technical personnel, consultants, and other project stakeholders. Provides mentorship, technical guidance, leadership, and professional development support to engineering staff to improve performance, accountability, consistency, and design quality. Prepares technical and administrative reports, recommendations, presentations, budget documents, and other written materials related to engineering projects, programs, policies, and procedures. Participates in the preparation, review, and management of project budgets, consultant scopes, contract documents, procurement materials, cost estimates, and funding requirements. Evaluates design alternatives, performs value engineering, reviews market and cost trends, and recommends solutions that improve cost effectiveness, constructability, maintainability, sustainability, reliability, and operational performance. Perform other functions outlined in the 5174-Administrative Engineer .  1. Education: Completion of a four (4) year college or university with a baccalaureate degree in one of the major fields of engineering. AND 2. Experience: Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in administrative, design, planning and construction of engineering projects, including two (2) years of responsible supervisory and administrative experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.  *Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted. *One-year full-time employment is equivalent to 2,000 hours (2,000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40-hour work week.)  Any overtime hours above forty (40) hours worked per week are not included in the calculation to determine full-time employment. Desirable Qualifications:  Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Cali