Office - Citizens Square - Project Manager

200 E Berry St, Fort Wayne, IN 46802, USA

Posted Friday, May 9, 2025 at 4:00 AM

Department:
Highway - Central FLSA Status:
Non-exempt

Classification/Level: Professional, PG-6 Date: 6/2023

Under the direction of the Chief Project Manager, the Project Managers are responsible for all aspects of public works construction projects including but not limited to, design, engineering, scheduling, construction inspection and testing, as well as asset management, and maintenance programs for Allen County’s bridge, roadway, and drainage infrastructure. This position is Covered as defined by the Board of Commissioners of the County of Allen Employee Handbook.

• Oversees the entire lifecycle of complex Consultant designed projects and in-house design projects, from initial concept to final completion.
• Responsible for supervising the construction of bridges, roads, and drainage systems in Allen County.
• Manages multiple improvement projects concurrently, involving various civil engineering activities such as scheduling, design, construction plan review, inspection, and operation of civil infrastructure like streets, sidewalks, multi-use trails, and drainage structures.
• Manages the maintenance and operation of transportation infrastructure, including roads, bridges, culverts, traffic control systems, drainage systems, pavement striping, pavement repair, trails, guardrails, traffic signals, and roadway lighting.
• Prepares and assesses project plans, identifying potential constructability issues or conflicts before construction begins.
• Develops bid specification documents, including design/engineering details, comprehensive cost estimates, schedules, specifications, progress reports, contractor estimates, change orders, and final records.
• Conducts inspections to ensure construction techniques and performance conform with plans, specifications, and standards.
• Performs materials testing in accordance with American Association of State Transportation and Highway Officials (AASHTO) standards and INDOT requirements.
• Responsible for the coordination with contractors, utilities, other agencies, and property owners, leading pre-bid and pre-construction meetings and resolving conflicts between involved parties.
• Manages data and utilizes various software programs including Road Soft, M.S. Suite, AutoCAD, FTP site, and GIS.
• Performs surveying tasks using advanced equipment such as total stations, levels, transits, and robotic cameras. Collects field data using GPS technology, maintains project archives, and produces drawing reproductions.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Allen County and INDOT policies and procedures.
• Determines the need for features like lighting, ADA compliance, drainage, and material selection.
• Addresses complaints and requests related to roads, bridges, traffic, drainage, logjam removal, tree and brush control, and anti-graffiti activities.

• Mentors new Project Managers, providing guidance on County policies and procedures, project requirements, construction management, and other essential functions.
• Performs all other duties as assigned, including overtime as required.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction, Civil Engineering or related field and at least one year experience working with site development, roadway construction and/or project management
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Engineering Technology, or completion of an equivalent course of study and two (2) years of related Project Manager experience preferred, or
• A.A.S. in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or Construction Engineering Technology or completion of an equivalent course of study and four (4) years of related Project Manager experience preferred, or
• Eight (8) years preferred of related work experience and responsibility of public works related engineering design experience
• Fundamental understanding of Civil Engineering Technology, including road and bridge design, traffic management, drainage, and properties of soils and materials
• Working knowledge of roadway construction and construction management
• Knowledge of surveying
• Strong computer skills,…