Project Manager or Senior Project Manager

Overview

This is a full-time position with Carson City Public Works. Depending on experience, this position may be either a Project Manager or a Senior Project Manager.

Under general supervision, performs engineering work related to the coordination and supervision of major and minor construction and renovation projects, assuring that plans, specifications, codes, time schedules, and budgets are adhered to; provides complex inspections of projects, confers with contractors and consultants on the development and completion of projects.

Under general supervision, plans, supervises, reviews and evaluates and performs the work of providing professional project management oversight for City projects; provides leadership and consultative expert assistance to staff in the areas of plan review, project design, cost estimating, construction contract documents, quality assurance, construction inspection, construction materials, etc.

Project Manager (FLSA exempt) (Employer-Paid NV PERS Retirement)

$78,107.19 - $ annually

Senior Project Manager (FLSA exempt) (Employer-Paid NV PERS Retirement)

$85,917.84 - $ annually

To learn more about the Nevada Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS). If you have any questions regarding the different salaries for these two positions please contact Human Resources at .

This recruitment will remain open until recruitment needs are satisfied. Individuals are encouraged to apply immediately, as hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.

This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.

• Provides construction project coordination and management of construction/development and renovation projects of varying degrees of complexity.
• Performs designs based on goals, objectives and specifications of projects.
• Visits construction/renovation sites as required; conducts site inspections. Confers with developers, engineers, architects, contractors, property owners and others to explain codes, regulations and procedures.
• Coordinates all utility installations with contractors, architects, engineers, and utility companies.
• Conducts inspections as required of all aspects of the construction process; interpreting, explaining and enforcing regulations, ordinances, and policies to contractors’ construction superintendent; approving minor change orders and discussing major change orders with the City Engineer.
• Provides cost estimates and bids; bids out the job; selects, negotiates contracts and works with the design consultants and contractors; serves as the primary contact with the Contractor.
• Reviews plans, maps, job specifications, material testing lab reports, contracts and other documents to ensure conformance with federal, state, City and industry codes and regulations.
• Interprets, explains and enforces regulations, ordinances and policies to developers, contractors, representatives of other agencies and the public; confers with engineers and building inspection staff regarding possible changes to plans and problem resolution.
• Prepares daily progress notes on each project. Identifies needed changes to construction plans and details; evaluates alternatives and makes effective recommendations.
• Reviews proposals for changes to contracts; negotiates rates with contractor for changes; recommends acceptance/rejection based on value negotiation.
• Drives a motor vehicle to attend meetings and visit various work sites.
• Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with elected officials, public, contractors, and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

• Conducts feasibility and cost studies; develops engineering solutions to complex problems related to such areas as bridges, storm or sanitary sewers,…