Construction Manager

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This position will remain open until filled, with applications reviewed on an ongoing basis. This job posting may be removed at any time without prior notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for full consideration.

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

• 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 and maintaining 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; and
• 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

Health Insurance- BCBS Dental Insurance- BCBS Vision Insurance
- Eye Med Insight Flexible Spending
- Payflex Employees can set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for yearly out of pocket medical expenses. Subject to IRS annual limits and restrictions. Life Insurance
- Dearborn National The City provides each employee with a life insurance policy of 3 times their annual salary up to a maximum of $150,000. Voluntary Term Life Option
- Dearborn National This is additional low cost life insurance available to employees and their dependents. Employee Assistance Program
- Deer Oaks Assists in recommending counselors for any city employee experiencing personal problems. Education Pay Employees can receive a monthly additional pay for Associates, Bachelors, Masters and PHD degrees. Social Security Employee participates at 7.65% contribution with matching city funds. Texas Municipal Retirement System 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. Vacation 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). Sick Leave 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). Holidays Non-civil service employees receive 13 paid holidays per year including one personal or "floating" day. Longevity Pay 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. Fire/Police Eligible for Education/Certification pay. Deferred Compensation Plans
- Mass Mutual/Empower Payroll deduction for employee participation. City does not contribute.