Project Manager - Construction - DPW - Construction

About the role

This position is responsible for exercising engineering expertise while providing professional knowledge pertaining to the critical operational functions in the Engineering Division. Incumbent requires a high degree of initiative and independent judgement. Critical and often times swift decisions will have to be made without the guidance or benefit of direct supervision. Decisions can impact the City of Indianapolis, City officials and policies. Position reports to Program Manager.

Responsibilities

• Plan and scope proposed public improvement projects, including data collection, meeting with residents, community stakeholders, elected officials, and other City agencies during the scoping process
• Investigate and create design solution alternatives, estimate their cost, and recommend a preferred alternative
• Inspect construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges, traffic signals, storm, and wastewater projects in accordance with plans and specifications
• Consult on work in progress and resolve all problems to ensure project is successfully completed
• Train other DPW employees and serve as the only inspector on a construction project
• Assist in overseeing construction inspection activities for large and complex projects within the City
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with three (3) years’ experience in transportation design, construction inspection, or project management
• Extensive knowledge of Federal, State, and City codes, policies, and ordinances as they relate to transportation, traffic, storm and/or wastewater management
• Working knowledge of civil engineering terminology and fundamentals in interpreting specifications and construction documents
• Ability to perform calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations using algebra, trigonometry, and geometry
• Ability to communicate effectively with contractors, consultants, and City personnel
• Thorough knowledge of methods for reviewing plans and specifications for compliance with requirements
• Considerable knowledge of the Indiana Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
• Valid driver's license
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical field preferred
• Successful completion of INDOT construction management and supervision courses and/or APWA construction management courses is desired