Senior Project Specialist (Dallas Executive Airport) (Aviation - Civil Service)

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About the Role

The Senior Project Specialist provides lead support in managing and monitoring the planning, inspecting, and development of highly specialized projects for the City of Dallas and the airport.

Responsibilities

• Leads and oversees the development of project scope for numerous large- and small-scale projects; plans the schedule, budget, and coordinates vendors; maintains strong communication with clients, vendors, and contractors on assigned projects.
• Anticipates, identifies, and addresses potential project issues; develops contingency plans and provides options to prevent issues from becoming challenges; reviews and routes work for internal approvals to ensure quality controls are transparent and records are approved appropriately.
• Assists in preparing and analyzing detailed reports, budgets, expediting payments, design submittals/approvals, close-outs, and various other informational documents; ensures accuracy in accounting and data management.
• Provides weekly status reports to clients, supervisors, and upper management; consistently communicates ongoing order status, project progress, and issues.
• Facilitates and participates in training and professional development; attends meetings with vendors and contractors on upcoming projects, the bid process, and certification requirements for the City of Dallas.
• Gathers, compiles, and applies information required for project completion by utilizing available resources and assists in obtaining new ones when necessary.
• Conducts on-site audits and visits to agencies or project sites to monitor progress and compliance with the City’s contractual agreements.
• Coordinates open discussions and strategic working relationships with business owners, local organizations, and contractor organizations about the City’s and airport's development and construction project opportunities.
• Prepares and submits purchase orders; reviews manufacturer invoices and submits them for payment.
• Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, education, science, urban planning, engineering, construction, or architecture.
• Two (2) years of professional-level experience in the design, planning, or management of construction/improvement projects with responsibility for budget review, contract administration, and performance auditing.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Must pass Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background investigations.

Equivalencies

• High school diploma or GED plus six (6) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.
• Associate degree in any field plus four (4) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a non-specified field plus two (2) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.
• Master’s degree or higher in a specified field will meet the education and experience requirements.

Skills

• Thorough understanding of the technical and financial issues involved in projects.
• Knowledge of project management methods and procedures.
• Ability to make decisions quickly and provide alternate solutions during challenges.
• Proficiency in project management software and applications for efficient scheduling.
• Ability to understand contracts, blueprints, and specifications.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Pay

The starting salary range for this position is $58,801.60 - $70,574.40, with the amount offered dependent upon qualifications.