FACILITIES PROJECTS MANAGER - DEPT. OF PUBLIC WORKS

Facilities Projects Manager – Dept. of Public Works Pay Range – $72,905.71 - $103,946.11 / Salary – plus a comprehensive benefits package General Statement of Duties Performs engineering work in the management of public improvement and building construction projects; performs directly related work as required. Examples of Essential Work Plans, and supervises the development, installation, improvement, and construction of civic projects Oversees facilities engineering projects in the design and development of proposed alterations, installations or construction of equipment and facilities, including preparing specifications, and cost estimates; Reviews project schedule and fiscal objectives, and takes the appropriate measures to ensure a timely and effective completion; Reviews for conformity of plans and specifications with all current national codes and standards; Reviews consultant’s plans, specifications, and estimates for proposed facility improvements by private contractors; Oversees the coordination of procurement, scheduling, and supervision of work by outside contractors, and performs inspections of completed work as required; Coordinates new construction and renovation efforts with building programs, including arranging schedules, plans, and guides; Develops concepts, designs, and budgets designated City improvement and/or building construction projects, including preparing estimates, and specifications to develop modifications and enhancements to existing facilities; Provides technical, past project history and experience to any city project as needed; Conducts budget reviews, invoice tracking, and signs off on invoices as needed; Completes purchase order follow up; Reviews and processes pay requisitions and invoices; Assists with Community Improvement Programs (CIP), inter-department and City Departments on financial matters as needed; Supervises and directs the work of other building construction related personnel; Provides advice and consultation to departmental personnel, including evaluating complex building construction issues, and determining and taking the appropriate measures to ensure a timely and effective resolution; Analyzes reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, tests, and related information in project planning and design, including calculating costs and project feasibility; Conducts annual review as needed on projects; Coordinates with City Solicitor on execution and enforcement; Coordinates with Purchasing for long term contracts and purchase orders; Coordinates with contractors, consulting engineers, and other officials to gather and disseminate information, and maintain related records as required; Provides guidance and demonstrations to new employees in similar positions; Keeps supervisors informed of work progress, issues, and potential solutions; Attends meetings and training to stay current on relevant practices and developments; Responds to citizen inquiries courteously and promptly; Coordinates regularly with others to enhance interdepartmental efficiency; and Performs additional duties as required by the classification. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Thorough knowledge of civil or mechanical and/or electrical engineering principles, practices, and techniques; Substantial knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering design; Substantial knowledge of engineering drafting standards, symbols, and design methods; Substantial knowledge of building construction methods, materials, and equipment; Ability to operate Auto Cad and Engineering software, including programmable calculators; Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language; Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures and instructions; Ability to use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and/or oral instructions; Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines; Ability to operate a personal computer using standard or customized software applications appropriate to assigned tasks; Ability and willingness to quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology; Integrity, ingenuity and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks. Acceptable Experience and Training Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Interdisciplinary Engineering and Management; or A Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering with a minor in one of the remaining or a closely related field; or Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture with comprehensive knowledge of mechanical, electrical and civil engineering principles; and Three to five years of extensive facilities operations experience; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work. Required Special Qualifications On call status; Valid Driver’s License; Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or related certification preferred. Essential Physical Abilities Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to communicate effectively; Sufficient vision or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to produce clear, concise, and quality engineering designs; Sufficient manual dexterity with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to operate computerized equipment and other related equipment; Sufficient strength and endurance, with or without reasonable accommodation to lift and carry, through a full range of motion, up to 20 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently and 5 pounds consistently; Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to have access to various construction sites throughout the City. #J-18808-Ljbffr