Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
DEFINITION
Perform a variety of project management responsibilities involved in the design, administration and construction management for assigned capital projects; review projects for compliance with City design criteria and engineering practices; lead the coordination of all stakeholders in the design, permitting, construction and commissioning phases for improvement projects at the wastewater treatment plant; ensure projects are sequenced in a manner that will minimize the risk of interruption to service and internal operations ; provide responsible technical and staff assistance.
JOB CLASSIFICATION
Exempt, Safety Sensitive.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives direction from the Engineering Services Manager.
PRIMARY DUTIES--The following are examples of primary duties assigned to positions in this classification. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Participate in the development, implementation, and administration of the capital improvement programs; review budget estimates prepared by staff, outside consultants and other City departments.
2. Review construction drawings, specifications, bid documents, and cost estimates for Capital Improvement, new development, and other projects prepared in house and by consultants.
3. Prepare Requests for Qualifications and Requests for Proposals for procurement of private consultants to perform surveying, design, engineering studies, and other engineering services; evaluate and rank bids and proposals.
4. Prepare and review staff reports to justify contractor/consultant qualification, verify funding and recommend City Council award of contracts and professional services agreements.
5. Participate in the selection of private contractors and consultant engineers for various projects; determine scope of work; administer contracts and provide oversight of consultants and contractors.
6. Participate in the preparation of Requests for Proposals and Requests for Qualifications; advertise for bids; participate in the review of proposals and bids; participate in award of contract.
7. Coordinate start up meetings; coordinate departments and jurisdictions involved in projects; evaluate budgetary constraints.
8. Develop and present construction plans, specifications, contract documents, bid documents and cost estimates for proposed projects.
9. Coordinate reviews by other City departments and outside agencies; obtain permits and authorizations from appropriate jurisdictional agencies; verify compliance with City standards and practices.
10. Perform construction management, field inspections, and contract administration for assigned projects; monitor construction progress and changes to work schedules; review and process pay requests and payments; negotiate and prepare change orders and field orders; participate in final project inspections and project close-out including final quantities and final payment; review quality control and quality assurance procedures and plans; monitor and approve corrective actions on deficient work.
11. Participate in a variety of meetings including pre-construction meetings, public meetings, and hearings to provide information to outside agencies and the public; serve as primary contact during course of project and provide project information to the public and outside agencies.
12. Participate in the development and administration of the project budgets; estimate equipment, materials, and supplies; prepare proper schedules; monitor and approve expenditures; implement adjustments.
13. Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of project management.
Modern construction principles, practices, and terminology.
Materials, methods, and techniques of capital improvement construction.
Methods and techniques of quality assurance inspection and enforcement.
Principles of budget preparation and administration.
Customer service principles and problem resolution techniques.
Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
Principles and practices of record keeping.
English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Modern office technology and equipment, including computers and related software applications.
Applicable tools and equipment operations.
Applicable Federal, State and local codes, laws and regulations.
Ability to:
Manage multiple capital projects.
Work effectively with contractors, consultants, and the public.
Negotiate with the public, developers, design consultants, and contractors.
Prepare clear and concise technical reports.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Prepare, review, understand, interpret, and analyze engineering plans, specifications, drawings, and technical engineering reports for conformance to standards, function, economics, completeness, and constructability.
Prepare, monitor, and administer project budgets.
Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public and City employees.
Establish and maintain accurate records, logs, and files.
Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations.
Operate and use modern office equipment including computer and various software applications.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Experience and Training Guidelines
Minimum Requirements:
Experience:
Five (5) years of increasingly responsible project management experience for municipal infrastructure.
Training:
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution with course work in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field.
Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.
License or Certificate:
Possession of a valid Colorado driver's license.
City of Grand Junction Leadership Track certification within two (2) years of appointment.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions:
The job is performed in the following working environment:
Office environment and field environment.
The following condition(s) may be present on a continuing basis:
Local Travel
Physical Conditions:
The job is characterized by:
Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.
The following physical activities are very or extremely important in accomplishing the job’s purpose and are performed on a daily basis:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk, stand, sit, kneel, squat, stoop, see, hear, speak, demonstrate manual dexterity and perform light lifting.