Project Manager

About the role

The Project Manager performs difficult professional work related to the design, construction and coordination of utility and/or public construction projects on a larger scale with more complex scope which involve interface with various agencies, community stakeholders, and departmental teams. These projects include water and sanitary sewers utility engineering and/or building construction, which may include new construction or renovation of buildings and larger development projects. Work is performed under general supervision. Supervision is exercised over professional, technical and/or clerical personnel. This position is part of a career ladder to provide opportunity for career growth. The starting position level and pay will be determined based on the successful candidate's experience.

Responsibilities

• Independently manages and guides to successful completion, in a timely manner and within budget, complex water and sanitary sewer utility engineering, building engineering/design and/or construction projects which are part of the Capital Improvement Plan as well as needs of the Utilities Department;
• Reviews construction plans, specifications, cost estimates, and other project related documents;
• Prepares bid documents, requests for proposals, contracts, and purchase orders; reviews project proposals; prepares and maintains project records and files;
• Tracks budget; approves invoices; prepares reports for projects;
• Coordinates with other county departments for reviews;
• Performs inspection and monitoring of work in progress; inspects construction in progress and prepares or reviews reports on the status or completion;
• Prepares plans and specifications for projects;
• Coordinates work of consulting engineers, contractors, and operation and maintenance personnel;
• Evaluates requests for information and change orders from contractors;
• Assures that permits and inspections are on schedule;
• Performs duties of project engineer on construction projects;
• Assists in the development, planning, design, environmental permitting, bidding, and construction of multiple complex projects;
• Attends meetings where necessary to advance project;
• Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of modern principles and practices of engineering;
• Thorough knowledge of modern principles and practices of building construction to include building codes;
• Detailed knowledge of design, construction, maintenance, and management of multiple complex building and development projects;
• Thorough knowledge of site evaluation, appraisal, and acquisition procedures;
• Possess a detailed understanding of the requirements for electrical, mechanical, and concrete construction;
• Ability to prepare technical reports, plans, and specifications;
• Ability to understand and interpret descriptions, construction plans, engineering records, and maps;
• Ability to plan and effectively supervise the work of supportive personnel;
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with other department staff, contractors, and the general public.

Education and Experience

Project Manager II: A combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in architecture, civil engineering, construction management, or related field and 5 years of experience with construction or project engineering/management of large projects.

Project Manager I: A combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in architecture, civil engineering, construction management, or related field and 3 years of experience with construction or project engineering/management of large projects.

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.

Pay

• Project Manager I: Hiring range - $78,915 to $108,513
• Project Manager II: Hiring range - $90,376 to $124,280