Owner's Project Manager - Fire Station

About the role

The Town of Brookline is seeking a highly skilled Owners Project Manager (OPM) to oversee and drive capital construction projects, including a new fire station and major renovations to existing fire station facilities. This term-limited position offers an exciting opportunity to manage the construction of a new fire station and the major renovation and mechanical overhaul of existing fire stations as part of Brookline's bold commitment to Fossil Free Fuel (FFF) in public buildings.

Key Project

New construction of a state-of-the-art fire station, built to modern public safety standards. Comprehensive renovations to Fire Stations 1 and 4 as part of Brookline's Fossil Free Fuel conversion initiative. Work includes: Removal of fossil fuel based mechanical, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Installation of new fossil-free HVAC systems. Significant electrical infrastructure upgrades to support new FFF technology. Complete MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) modernization.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Town's lead representative on Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects, especially those under the FFF initiative.
• Oversee design, construction, and compliance for fire station projects, ensuring coordination among engineers, contractors, and utility providers.
• Monitor and manage project scope, schedules, and budgets; recommend approvals for payments, change orders, and design modifications.
• Conduct site visits and chair construction meetings; maintain rigorous documentation including daily logs, contractor activity, safety compliance, and progress updates.
• Collaborate with sustainability and facilities staff to ensure compliance with the Town's Fossil Free Fuel goals.
• Present progress reports and recommendations to the Building Commission, Select Board, and Town Meeting; attend public hearings as needed.
• Ensure successful project close-out, including inspections, punch lists, and warranty administration.

Qualifications

• Preferred Background: Registered Architect or Professional Engineer with 5+ years of construction and supervision experience, OR Bachelors degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management with 7+ years in public construction oversight.
• Special Requirements: Valid drivers license, Massachusetts Certified Owners Project Manager (or ability to obtain within 6 months), must be independent of all contractors and designers involved in Town projects.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of building codes, public procurement laws, and sustainable construction practices, along with hands-on experience managing complex capital projects. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project is essential, as are strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills. The candidate should be capable of coordinating interdisciplinary teams, resolving on-site challenges, and maintaining effective relationships with contractors, designers, and municipal stakeholders. Experience with municipal projects particularly fire stations and a background in MEP system upgrades or electrification initiatives is highly desirable. Familiarity with fossil fuel system replacements and infrastructure planning to support Fossil Free Fuel (FFF) conversions is a strong asset.

Why Brookline?

The Town of Brookline is leading the way in sustainable municipal development, making bold investments in its infrastructure to support a Fossil Free Fuel (FFF) future. As Owners Project Manager, you'll be at the forefront of this effort modernizing critical public safety facilities and helping shape the Town's long-term capital improvement strategy. This is a term-limited role.