Construction Manager

Description Our Core Values

We LOVE De Soto

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  - We lift up our community
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  - We take ownership of our collective performance
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  - We value and respect all employees
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  - We empower employees to grow

The purpose of the position is to schedule and supervise construction activities related to public works and private development projects. This is accomplished by reviewing projects and schedules; coordinating work with utility departments; supervising the inspection process; ensuring construction projects are completed in accordance with City guidelines and standards. Other duties include facilitating meetings with developers, contractors, engineers and staff; reviewing or completing final inspections;

and acting as liaison with local, state and federal officials.

• Coordinates public works and private development construction projects by working with citizens, developers, engineers, consultants, contractors, and City staff; gathering and providing information; facilitating initial and review meetings; overseeing and implementing plans and project schedules; identifying goals and objectives; and working with franchise utility companies
• Oversees construction projects by scheduling; working with developers; monitoring work orders and costs; preparing estimates; monitoring all phases of construction; assessing job site progress; and reviewing and approving payments
• Completes the inspection process by making final inspections and preparing acceptance documents
• Ensures current requirements meet standards and regulations by reviewing local, state and federal standards; preparing change orders and field modifications; and recommending and updating all record documents

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or other related field
• Five (5) years of related work experience
• Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience
• Valid Driver’s License
• Project Management Professional (PMP) is preferred

• Knowledge of standard construction practices related to asphalt streets, concrete streets, wastewater lines, water lines and storm drainage
• Skill in the operation and use of standard office software which includes databases and presentation programs, along with standard Microsoft products
• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with co-workers, the public, and elected and appointed officials
• Ability to read and interpret civil construction plans and specifications

Employees can set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for yearly out of pocket medical expenses. Subject to IRS annual limits and restrictions.

The City provides each employee with a life insurance policy of 3 times their annual salary up to a maximum of $150,000.

This is additional low cost life insurance available to employees and their dependents.

Assists in recommending counselors for any city employee experiencing personal problems.

Employees can receive a monthly additional pay for Associates, Bachelors, Masters and PhD degrees.

Employee participates at 7.65% contribution with matching city funds.

Employees participate in a statewide retirement program at 7% contribution with a city match of 2:1. Five years vesting, 20 years retirement at any age.

Non-civil service employees accrue 6.67 hours per month (2 weeks per year). All police employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year). All Fire employees accrue 15 hours per month (7.5 - 24 hour shifts a year).

Non-civil service employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year). All police employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year). All Fire employees accrue 15 hours per month (7.5 - 24 hour shifts a year).

Non-civil service employees receive 13 paid holidays per year including one personal or "floating" day.

Earned at a rate of $4 per month. This is calculated on number of years of service up to and including 25 years (maximum $1200).

Worker's compensation coverage is provided for all employees.

Eligible for Education/Certification pay.

Payroll deduction for employee participation. City does not contribute.

01 – Do you have five (5) years of related experience?

• Yes
• No

02 – Do you have experience in overseeing construction projects?

• Yes
• No

03 – How many years of supervision do you have?

04 – Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or another related field?

• Yes
• No

05 – Do you have a Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question