Project Manager

Capital Projects Administrator

Responsible for the administration of Capital Projects under the Engineering department. Manages the administration of Capital and Grant projects from preliminary planning and design to construction and final completion. Procures scoping, design, environmental, and construction contracts for consultants and contractors. Addresses grant administration and reporting requirements related to capital projects. Coordinates necessary right-of-way acquisitions. Assures compliance with Federal, State, and local codes and standards and contractual provisions.

Works under the general guidance and direction of the City Engineering Director who reviews work through performance reviews and conferences. Exercises supervision over technicians and clerical staff, and other part-time, temporary staff or student interns as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications / Special Requirements

Education and Experience : Graduation from a college with a Bachelors Degree in Planning, Engineering or Construction Management or a closely related field; and a minimum of four (4) years experience in construction project management, civil engineering (preferably in the public sector) or similar area OR any equivalent combination of education, experience and training equivalent to the above minimum requirements.

Special Requirements : Valid Arizona Driver's license or ability to obtain one prior to employment.

Essential Functions

Manages capital improvement projects (with an emphasis on public infrastructure projects), planning and design studies, and other assigned projects. Ensures that projects are planned, designed, constructed and completed within given time constraints and budgets. Ensures compliance with applicable codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures. Communicates with the general public, contractors, consultants, other City employees, vendors, management, public officials, and others to successfully complete the project. Holds Public Meetings as assigned to inform the public, staff and other agencies on projects. Prepares Grant applications to State, Federal and other agencies for funding of capital projects and studies and manages all grant compliance procedures. Prepares applications to the Water Infrastructure Finance Authority (WIFA) for loans and funding of capital water and sewer projects. Identifies and secures other funding sources as required. Assists with obtaining Right of Way clearance, Utility clearance and Environmental clearance for ADOT and Federally funded projects. Coordinates planning and construction activities and schedules with utility companies, contractors, property owners and other City departments. Works with property owners, title companies and appraisers to obtain right-of-way for Capital projects. Assists with design reviews and prepares contract specifications for the Citys in-house design projects. Reviews progress payments and assures payment to design consultants and contractors. Ensures that department management is informed of critical issues. Represents the Engineering department in meetings with contractors, engineers, developers, and other public agencies as required. Demonstrates continuous effort to improve methods and streamline the construction management and project procurement processes. Facilitates the advancement of projects through various phases of implementation. Prepares and delivers status reports. Resolves procedural, operational and other project-related problems. Prepares and administers budgets; Manages the collection, analysis and reporting of project, operational and financial data. Represents City at various meetings and events. Resolves procedural, operational and other project-related problems and confers with City Engineering Director when developing, proposing and implementing solutions. Completes and maintains records and files, prepares reports and gives presentations to the City Council. Keeps the City Engineering Director apprised of technical, approval, status, and deadline issues. Protects privileged and / or confidential information.