PROJECT MANAGER 1

Job Summary

This position is located at the Division Office in the Nevada Division of State Parks in Carson City. The incumbent is responsible for planning, developing, and managing assigned statewide capital improvement and maintenance support projects from inception to closeout for the Nevada Division of State Parks. Responsibilities will include current and long-range project planning and design, permitting, bidding, compliance, and project management. Long-range project planning will include, but not be limited to, the following plans: foundation, strategic, master, regional, trail design and construction, asset management, maintenance, operations, outdoor recreation, conservation, and interpretive plans for the 27 parks in the Nevada State Park system. Additional duties will include project scoping, stakeholder engagement, identification of funding sources, preparation of work programs, grant proposal writing and oversight, environmental and cultural resource clearance oversight, management of the planning and design process, preparation of bid documents and project estimates, developing consultant Requests for Proposals, consultant selection, consultant contract management, and construction administration, including: solicitation of bids; processing project addenda; conducting bid openings; contract writing and oversight; processing billings, change orders & submittals; and final project close-out. The incumbent will also provide technical assistance to field staff as requested. Working knowledge of project management and planning processes and best practices is required.

Project Managers perform professional services in planning, coordinating, directing and managing the activities of construction projects and capital improvement programs; develop design concepts; determine cost estimates and budgets; negotiate reviews and modify contracts, agreements, architectural/engineering plans, specifications, and schedules as appropriate.

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in architecture, engineering, business administration or related field and two years of experience involving the design, planning and coordination of construction projects; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Job Duties

Coordinate the development of capital improvement projects and provide in-house architectural or engineering services as licensure allows; conduct meetings with agency representatives to develop project parameters, inspect existing sites and/or facilities, evaluate the condition of structures, obtain necessary data to prioritize agency needs and develop the scope of work; determine if construction requests are considered a capital improvement or agency project; develop descriptions and formal cost estimates for funding and prepare recommendations for funding approval. Coordinate the use of outside consultants by preparing and submitting project descriptions for review and solicitation by private architectural and engineering firms for the design and engineering of construction projects; negotiate fees and prepare consultant agreements; evaluate written proposals, conduct interviews and recommend the selection of firms based on qualifications, scope of work, proposal and time frame for project completion; prepare and submit final agreements and contracts for review. As professional licensure allows, perform architectural design for in-house projects involving the generation of site plans, floor plans, building sections, exterior elevations and detail drawings which include the building concept and special requirements covering structural, mechanical and electrical systems, or perform engineering design which includes preparing sketches and details, supervising drafting, checking final construction drawings, preparing written technical specifications and preparing calculations as required to substantiate designs; ensure construction plans meet local government zoning requirements as well as federal and State requirements. Manage projects during the design phase by performing regular design reviews, and work with agencies, private contractors and section staff to prepare final construction plans and specifications; conduct final plan reviews to ensure design requirements, agency needs, and federal and State requirements are met; resolve discrepancies and ensure that final revisions are completed prior to the construction phase. Coordinate and manage the construction bid process by preparing materials for the bid package, advertising projects for bid, and processing necessary documentation; review bids, conduct preliminary bid meetings, negotiate construction contracts, and finalize bid awards. Work with outside consultants, contractors, code officials and inspectors to resolve problems and/or provide clarification of contract documents and building requirements. Review and evaluate progress schedules essential to the programming and administration of contracts; submit progress reports during the term of the contract and advise management on problems which may affect completion of the contract or performance of the work; review and evaluate sample tests, material certifications, reports, shop drawings and descriptive data submitted by contractors for compliance with special, general and technical provisions of the contract; ensure that requested changes and additions are allowable and practical, that funds are available and that the proposed work is within the contract scope; collect data and make formal reports, informational reports and recommendations to other Project Managers and management. Participate in the final inspection of completed projects and ensure final provisions of the construction contract are met; verify that the drawings are produced and filed in accordance with Nevada Revised Statutes and that the construction project has been legally terminated prior to being assigned over to the responsible agency. Perform related duties as assigned. Under general direction, incumbents function independently within the program guidelines and are accountable for aspects of the assigned projects or program areas not requiring professional licensure as an architect or engineer. Project Manager I's may provide work direction to project coordinators, drafters and other staff as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Working knowledge of: contract administration including cost estimating, laws, ethics, specifications and architectural or engineering practices; preparation of drawings and specifications; construction practices to ensure the implementation of all aspects of the design and construction of a project; requirements and application of pertinent building codes, federal requirements for construction criteria and standards as applied to project involving federal grants; construction practices to ensure the implementation of aspects of the design and construction of projects; general safety procedures and OSHA requirements when working on a construction project. Skill in: use of design and project management software. Ability to: analyze the physical condition of existing buildings; establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, consultants, suppliers, State and local officials and co-workers; organize meetings and projects; work independently; adapt to frequent changes in workload; write concise, logical, grammatically correct correspondence and reports used to develop agreements, explain and interpret policy and procedure, building requirements, contract plans and specifications; resolve discrepancies; analyze information, problems, situations, practices and procedures to define problem areas and formulate logical and objective solutions; coordinate a variety of construction activities involving the negotiation and implementation of architectural and engineering work.

Recruiter Contact Information: Susan Ashley – View email address on click.appcast.io

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

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Benefits include:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees' Benefits Program (PEBP).
• Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
• Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
• Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication (Download PDF reader).
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.
• No Nevada state income tax.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
• Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of "standard" or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.

Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).

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November 11........................................ Veterans' Day

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