Manager of Planning, Design, & Construction- Facilities & Fleet

The Adams County Facilities and Fleet management department is looking for a proven leader to join our team who believes in Adams County’s vision to be the most innovative and inclusive county in America for all families and businesses. The Manager of Planning, Design and Construction leads a team of talented project management professionals, overseeing all phases of capital projects from planning through close-out. This role supports the mission and vision of the County by ensuring that projects are effectively planned and delivered, with a strong emphasis on sustainability, energy efficiency, and long-term operational performance. Additionally, the Manager of Planning, Design and Construction is a key department leader, responsible for fostering a culture that emphasizes professional development, collaboration, communication, and customer service. Serves as the program manager for the County’s facility capital improvement program. Facilitates discussions with County-wide stakeholders to identify facility needs and develop long-range capital plans. Collaborates with various County departments and elected offices to develop preliminary project scopes, budgets, and schedules. Coordinates the efforts of the PDC division by assigning projects, balancing workloads, and providing strategic alignment. Develops and implements project management processes and standards. Provides oversight, guidance, and support to the project management team. Reviews and approves critical project documents, including charters, governance, and management plans. Serves as a point of escalation for project managers and stakeholders. Actively promotes sustainability and provides strategic recommendations for implementing sustainable projects and practices. Prepares and delivers presentations to the Board of County Commissioners, Executive Leadership, Sr Leadership, and other stakeholders. Supports ongoing continuous improvement efforts. Supports the development of the Facilities & Fleet Management department’s strategy, policy & budget. Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required. Highly knowledgeable of supervisory principles and team leadership. Highly knowledgeable of Project Management Principles and the ability to share concepts with others. Highly knowledgeable of facility planning, construction management processes, and project delivery methods. Knowledge of budgeting, estimating, scheduling, and construction cost trends. Knowledge of building codes, ADA requirements, regulatory compliance, and contract law. Knowledge of construction materials, methods, and integrated facility design. Knowledge of government procurement and experience preparing procurement documents. Highly skilled at defining project scopes, programming and space planning. Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, pdf software, construction management software, and other project management workflow technologies. Ability to interpret plans/specifications and verify alignment with construction progress. Experience utilizing multiple leadership styles to manage teams with various skill sets Ability to maintain positive working relationships and represent County mission, vision, and values. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Education Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, planning, project management, or a closely related field. Experience At least five (5) years of construction project management experience as an owner’s representative on a wide range of commercial facility projects. At least two (2) years of increasingly responsible supervisory or managerial leadership of a facility management project team. License and/or certification Colorado Driver’s License required Certification in Construction Management, Project Management, Program Management, LEED, or similar is a plus. Background Check Must pass a criminal background check. #J-18808-Ljbffr