Senior Project Manager - Capital Projects

Under broad direction from supervisor, the employee performs complex assignments through the practical application of engineering principles, agency regulations and independent judgment in assuring that activities meet high standards of service and are performed with a maximum effective use of resources; and that assignments are accomplished in accordance with appropriate technical standards and are consistent with City policy directives. Supervises a team of architects, engineers, project managers and inspectors to ensure projects are completed within budget and on schedule.

Manages projects as assigned, performs project management duties in addition to senior project manager responsibilities.

Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

• Recruits and hires staff, prepares organization charts, establishes goals, expectations and responsibilities
• Establishes and implements quality control measures and process improvements
• Supervises the work of assigned staff; delegates and reviews work assignments; conducts performance evaluations; recommends disciplinary actions; applies codes and policy provisions of the City
• Provides guidance to staff on policies and the application of federal, state and local regulations applicable to architectural and engineering design in the City, ensures implementation of the City's engineering standard details and specifications
• Reviews and oversees the preparation of Requests for Proposals (RFP), Requests for Qualifications (RFQ), and other bidding documents for a variety of services and resources in compliance with municipal, state, and federal code requirements
• Reviews and oversees analysis, evaluation, and recommendation for award of contract; prepares projects for bid, including reviewing of plans, specifications, and estimates
• Identifies and utilizes available resources to ensure that design, construction and inspection work is performed on schedule and in accordance with federal, state and local regulations and specifications
• Reviews and oversees the development and/or approval of selection packages; participates in the selection of architects, engineers, and contractors; negotiates contracts with service providers
• Develops and oversees applicable budgets for the department, division, and capital improvement projects; monitors actual project costs to ensure project expenditures are within the approved budget
• Manages complex architectural design projects and facility remodeling logistics; manages the planning and development of overall project scope; makes recommendations for project management throughout all phases of design and construction
• Provides technical information and guidance on municipal projects; resolves project related issues
• Prepares required municipal, state, and federal reports for various construction projects; prepares reports, memorandums, and related correspondence pertaining to contract and regulatory compliance
• Coordinates and approves related purchasing functions
• Ensures compliance with design and construction standards and regulatory requirements related to City projects
• Performs project management duties as necessary
• Performs related work as required