Head of Project Management (Construction)

Under the administrative direction of the City Manager, directs, manages, supervises, and coordinates the activities and operations of the City’s capital improvement program with a primary focus on projects funded through Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST), Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (TSPLOST), and Floating Local Option Sales Tax (FLOST).

Oversees all phases of project delivery, including planning, design, procurement, construction, and closeout; ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and funding requirements; and provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the City Manager.

Provides direct supervision to the Management Analyst and oversight of contractors, consultants, and project teams.

Assumes management responsibility for assigned capital improvement programs and projects, including SPLOST, TSPLOST, and FLOST initiatives.

Manages and participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned programs; recommends and administers policies and procedures.

Plans, directs, coordinates, and reviews project work plans; assigns work activities, projects, and programs; Develops and executes project plans including scopes, schedules, budgets, specifications, and resource allocations.

Monitors and evaluates project progress through design review, field inspections, meetings, and reporting; ensures projects remain on schedule and within budget.

Administers and oversees procurement processes including invitations to bid (ITB), requests for proposals (RFP), and contract development.

Administers contracts and monitors performance of consultants, contractors, and vendors.

Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and funding requirements related to capital projects and special tax programs.

Oversees and participates in the development and administration of project budgets; Prepares technical, administrative, and financial reports including project updates, compliance reports, and presentations for executive leadership and City Council.

Serves as liaison with departments, external agencies (including GDOT), contractors, and the public.

Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive inquiries and complaints related to capital projects.

Supervises, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel, including the Management Analyst; provides or coordinates staff training and professional development.

Maintains accurate records and documentation related to project planning, execution, and compliance.

Principles and practices of program and project management.

Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.

Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.

Principles and techniques of public infrastructure construction and capital project delivery.

Applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations.

Public procurement and contract administration practices.

Methods and techniques of research, analysis, and reporting.

Proficiency with personal computers and Microsoft Office applications.

Oversee and participate in the management of complex capital improvement programs.

Plan, organize, and direct the work of staff and project teams.

Interpret and apply applicable laws, regulations, and policies.

Prepare clear and concise technical, administrative, and financial reports.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

This work is performed indoors in an office setting and involves occasional light lifting.

Work Environment: This work is performed indoors in an office setting.

Supervisory and Management Responsibility: This position will supervise the work of the Administration – Management Analyst. May oversee consultants, contractors, and project teams.

Minimum Qualifications: This position requires a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering, construction management, public administration, business administration, or a related field. Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in project management, capital projects, engineering, or public administration. Experience managing publicly funded capital projects (e.g., Preferred Education & Experience: Master’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, public administration, business administration, or a related field and one (1) to three (3) years of progressively responsible professional supervisor, analytical or consulting experience. Professional Engineer (PE), Engineer-in-Training (EIT), or Project Management Professional (PMP) designation. Experience in municipal government project management. Experience in infrastructure, transportation, stormwater, or utility projects.

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