CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER

About the role

The Construction Project Manager is responsible for executing all phases of multi-faceted construction, maintenance, or rehabilitation projects for County infrastructure and facilities from inception to completion. This includes programming, planning, design, bidding and contract award, and construction phases. The role requires a high level of project management skills and the ability to represent the needs of specific infrastructure or users while ensuring the County’s interests are protected.

Responsibilities

• Develops project plans and project team; identifies critical path tasks; proactively manages critical path tasks; sets and meets interim project goals; sets and manages project contingency; performs change control; and all other associated project management efforts needed to ensure that project schedule and budget are met.
• Provides technical advice, information, and assistance to consultants, contractors, engineers, other County officials, and the public regarding applicable procedures, regulations, and standards.
• Serves as the project liaison to the public, property owners, media, other government agencies, and other County departments/officials regarding project planning, design and construction progress: solicits input and feedback; coordinates public relations and education activities; responds to inquiries; makes presentations to, neighborhood, Commission and civic groups; and develops press releases and public information materials for distribution; and participates in legal activities relating to assigned projects.
• Manages the administrative aspects of the project: negotiates and monitors budget and expenditures; updates project schedules and monitors progress of project in meeting established schedule; processes purchase order requisitions, work orders, and invoices; reviews project progress reports submitted by contractors; coordinates acquisition and/or maintenance of required permitting; schedules inspections to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements; facilitates adherence to all reporting and documentation requirements; evaluates and monitors progress against performance and quality measurements.
• Coordinates and participates in the programming phase of the project (planning & preliminary design/concepts): identifies user needs and requirements; confers with all appropriate parties to solicit input and feedback; develops cost projections, engineering specifications, project budgets, and schedules; and facilitates approval of project and final design.
• Coordinates process for bidding and contracting of services of various project components in conjunction with departmental or County contracts officer; prepares Requests For Proposal (RFPs) for engineering services, design services, construction services, inspection services, maintenance services, or other services; prepares bid packages; conducts pre-bid and pre-construction meetings; issues addendum to clarify questionable issues; participates in negotiations of scope of services and fees for professional services agreements; and makes recommendations regarding selection of vendors and awarding of contracts.
• Manages projects during design and/or construction phases; attends regular project progress meetings; works with consultants, contractors, and work crews to resolve problems and initiate the appropriate solutions; assists with field decisions and approves change orders as appropriate; prepares, reviews, and processes change orders for changes to contracted scope of work; monitors adherence to project schedules; inspects quality of construction work and materials; coordinates final inspections with contractors and engineers; and facilitates project acceptance with other County departments or government agencies.
• Prepares, coordinates, and/or reviews construction and engineering plans, designs, and specifications pertaining to projects: performs or requests the consultant to provide modeling, testing, planning, and engineering studies in support of project analysis and design; reviews and verifies engineering calculations and analysis submitted by consultant engineers meets specifications and professional standards; verifies compliance of consultant recommendations to County policy; and makes recommendations concerning improvements, modifications, design strategies, structural systems, or other aspects of project development.

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; five years of progressively responsible experience in civil engineering or construction management; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
• Specific License or Certification Required: None.
• Specific Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities: Must demonstrate considerable knowledge in construction and project management related to civil engineering and public infrastructure. Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all county or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.

Qualifications

• For Applicants With Prior Military Service:
• Leadership Under Pressure: Experience guiding teams in high-stakes environments translates into confident, steady leadership during peak operational periods.
• Customer Service Under Pressure: Resolved project issues, managed stakeholder expectations, and communicated effectively in high-pressure environments.
• Operational Planning and Execution: Planned and managed construction projects by coordinating schedules, resources, budgets, and compliance requirements.
• Adaptability and Rapid Problem Solving: Adapted to changing conditions by resolving technical challenges and implementing timely solutions.
• Team Cohesion and Communication: Collaborated with teams, contractors, and leadership to coordinate projects and communicate technical information.
• Safety and Risk Awareness: Identified hazards, ensured safety and regulatory compliance, and minimized project risks.
• Technical and Equipment Proficiency: Applied engineering principles, construction management practices, and project management tools to deliver quality infrastructure projects.