City Sr. Project Manager

About the role

Position Summary The City Sr. Project Manager is responsible for assuming full management responsibility in the planning, design, and construction of assigned Public Works, Capital Improvement Program (CIP), and facility construction projects. The position oversees all project phases, including budgeting, scheduling, design, policy development, construction, and compliance with applicable codes, laws, ordinances, and regulations. This role coordinates with City departments, consultants, contractors, elected officials, and community stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality public facilities and infrastructure projects that meet organizational and community needs. The City Sr. Project Manager position is responsible for managing critical Department of Municipal Development (DMD) horizontal construction projects for the entire City of Albuquerque. The horizontal projects that will be managed include but are not limited to: Transportation Infrastructure - roadways and streets, highway and arterial improvements, intersections and roundabouts, sidewalks and pedestrian pathways, bicycle lanes and multi-use trails, bridges, culverts, and green stormwater infrastructure, traffic signal systems and street lighting.

Responsibilities

• Assume full management responsibility for assigned Public Works, CIP, and facility construction projects from early planning through implementation.
• Oversee, monitor, and manage all project phases to ensure compliance with applicable codes, laws, ordinances, and regulations, including ADA requirements.
• Assign and review the work activities, methods, and deliverables of staff, consultants, and contractors engaged in professional and technical renovations, new development, and construction projects.
• Provide assistance to project managers to ensure projects meet all City specifications and are completed on time and within budget.
• Solve problems that arise during design, scheduling, budgeting, and construction/renovation phases.
• Develop, monitor, and review both short-term and long-term project goals, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities.
• Prepare cost estimates, participate in contract negotiations, and oversee consultant selection processes.
• Monitor consultant and contractor performance to ensure compliance with contract terms and project requirements.
• Confer and coordinate with engineers, architects, surveyors, and other professionals during design and construction phases.
• Assist City departments with