Program Manager (Local Agency), Grand Junction

About the role

The purpose of this Unit is to plan and develop a comprehensive program of projects within the geographic boundaries of CDOT Region 3. The Unit ensures that CDOT's Project Priority Programming Process (4P) is met, as well as the National Environmental Act of 1969 (NEPA), the policies of the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), and state/local laws and regulations relative to planning, development, and clearance of projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Region 3 LA program, including data management, FHWA and CDOT HQ interaction, new project setup, LA project close-out, and Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) development and management.
• Oversee the review of local agency compliance with contract requirements ensuring compliance of plans and specifications, project staffing decisions, contractor’s quality of workmanship and methods of construction, and completed project documentation.
• Provide interpretation of plans and specifications to Local Agencies.
• Collaborate with CDOT project management consultant team to ensure the contract documents are reviewed and comments incorporated by the local agency, if applicable.
• Collaborate with CDOT professional technical work units (including, but not limited to: right-of-way, environmental, roadway design, traffic operations, maintenance, construction, hydraulics, staff bridge, utilities, and materials sections) to ensure LA projects follow all applicable rules, regulations, and processes.
• Serve as an expert on project funding and project delivery ensuring compliance with State and/or FHWA guidelines and the CDOT Local Agency Manual.
• Determine how funding will be categorized in the Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) and State Transportation Improvement Plan (STIP).
• Visit project sites to identify potential issues, review and help LAs complete funding applications.
• Oversee the LA financial management through the obligation, authorization, encumbrance, billings, and payment processes.
• Oversee the performance of transportation construction projects administered by the Local Agencies, with oversight by either CDOT employee or consultants.
• Provide quality assurance review for final plans, specifications and estimates submitted.
• Hold local entities accountable to using items that qualify for reimbursement and for completing their projects by the FHWA end dates, otherwise any work completed after this date is not reimbursable.
• Solicit and oversee the selection of consultant project managers assigned to the local agency unit.
• Collect, evaluate, correct, and disseminate active, approved, budgeted construction and LA project reports which include Final Estimate Status Report and LA Project Financial status.
• Provide updates to the R3 RPEM about the number of projects, how many were closed out, new projects, potential for funds rollover, and any other issues.
• Allocate and assign personnel. Modify work assignments to meet changing priorities. Monitor work for quality and efficiency. Document and evaluate performance. Follow up on corrective action and performance improvement plans when necessary.
• Serve on various CDOT and R3 committees.
• Foster a positive working environment; show employees that they are valued.
• Attend meetings and visit project sites.

Requirements

• At least eight (8) years of relevant experience in program management, design/construction administration, engineering or a closely related field.
• This experience must include: At least three (3) years of full-time professional work experience in comprehensive program management where the primary purpose was management /administration of design/construction projects which included the following: managing project scopes, schedules, budgets, and contracts; evaluating and monitoring project performance; completing and reviewing documentation, reports, billing, and payments; and completing project closure.
• A combination of related education and experience equal to at least eight (8) years.
• Education from an accredited college or university with coursework in program management, design/construction administration, engineering or another field of study related to the duties of this position will be considered.
• Experience in program management, design/construction administration, engineering, or a closely related field will be considered.
• At least three (3) years of this experience must be in comprehensive program management where the primary purpose was management/administration of design/construction projects which included the following: managing project scopes, schedules, budgets, and contracts; evaluating and monitoring project performance; completing and reviewing documentation, reports, billing, and payments; and completing project closure.

Qualifications

• Experience in comprehensive program management where the primary purpose was management/administration of design/construction projects which included the following: managing project scopes, schedules, budgets, and contracts; evaluating and monitoring project performance; completing and reviewing documentation, reports, billing, and payments; and completing project closure.
• Project management experience including managing quality, scope, cost and time.
• Working knowledge of project management tools.
• Experience with project tracking and preparing project reports.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
• Supervisory experience with one or more staff.
• Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position.
• Highest work/personal ethics and integrity.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and be adaptable to changing assignments.
• Ability to take initiative to solve problems in an innovative manner.
• Ability to work with a variety of stakeholders with sensitivity to their needs, priorities.

Skills

• Project management skills.
• Knowledge of project management tools.
• Experience with project tracking and reporting.
• Supervisory experience.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• PERA retirement.
• Optional 401K.
• Generous paid time off package.
• Strong career growth opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development.
• Employee assistance program (CSEAP) counseling.
• Wellness programs.
• Credit union membership.
• Employee discount program.

Pay

Details on pay will be provided upon hire.

Schedule

Primarily 8:00 am – 5:00 pm work ing hours, Monday-Friday. Approximately 10 % spent in the field, 90 % spent in the office. Daytime travel during business hours to project sites, to attend meetings, conduct assessments. Rare evening work possible. Occasional overnight travel to projects throughout the Region as well as to meetings in other parts of the state. Potential exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by the weather.