Project Manager, Environmental Engineer

• Base Pay $76,300.00 - $80,000.00 / Year
• Job Category Other
• Employee Type Exempt
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree

• Name Human Resources
• Phone

Under the direction of the Director of Planning & Development, the Project Manager is responsible for managing and providing assistance for private and County development projects, and for managing all infrastructure projects within the unincorporated area of Finney County.

45%

• Manages all county-wide infrastructure projects, overseeing and leading projects from conception to completion.
• Coordinates with the Director of Public Works, Director of Planning & Development, and the County Engineer to plan and track internal infrastructure projects such as road improvements, sewer improvements, bridge improvements, and asphalt maintenance programs.
• Evaluates project progress and prepares detailed reports.
• Coordinates processes for requests for qualifications and proposals.
• Coordinates Right-of
  -Way acquisitions for projects as necessary.
• Researches new funding and development opportunities for infrastructure projects on local, state, and federal levels (High Risk Rural Road Program, KDOT Cost Share, Off-System Bridge Program, Kansas Local Bridge Improvement Program, Safe Streets for All, etc.)
• Coordinates the development and submission of project, grant, and other funding proposals. Oversees compliance, reporting, outcome measurement, and budget management for funded and organizational projects.
• Responsible for meeting high standards of effectiveness, timeliness, and completeness.

45%

• Manages and provides professional and technical level work on difficult, complex, and/or sensitive planning projects within the unincorporated area of Finney County
• Responsible for planning, overseeing, and leading projects from conception to completion.
• Reviews or assists in the review of development proposals, site plans, and infrastructure plans for conformance with codes, plans, and regulations.
• Coordinates interdepartmental and external third-party resources for the review, approval, and execution of private and municipal projects and reporting.
• Reviews or assists in the review of Special Use Permits.
• Prepares comprehensive reports and maps and collects a variety of statistical data.
• Evaluates project progress and prepares detailed reports.
• Assists in establishing and revising current regulations, including zoning, subdivision, nuisance abatement, environmental code, general improvement specifications, access management, etc.
• Responds to inquiries from citizens, public offices, developers, and other interested parties concerning projects.
• Assists in the administration of floodplain policies, environmental code, and stormwater management.
• Initiates and writes correspondence regarding non-compliance to developers, contractors, and property owners in order to effectuate compliance.

10%

• Attends training, conferences, and meetings as appropriate.
• Makes public presentations as needed to the Board of County Commissioners, Planning Commission, staff, citizen groups, students, and others.
• Maintains and upgrades professional knowledge, skills, and development by attending seminars and training programs and reading trade and professional journals and publications.
• Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.

Additional duties may be assigned as business needs require.

• Basic literacy and numerical functions.
• Excellent verbal and written English language skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficient in Esri ArcGIS and/or ArcGIS Pro
• Ability to operate a computer
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering, with particular emphasis on land development.
• Knowledge of federal, state, county, and local laws, ordinances, standards, and regulations pertinent to the design and construction of development and infrastructure improvement projects.

• Valid driver's license
• Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certifications
• Ability to obtain Defensive Driving certification
• AICP or ability to obtain AICP certification within one year after fulfilling the requirements set by the American Institute of Certified Planners
• Certified Floodplain Manager certification (CFM) or ability to obtain CFM within one year of hire

• Occasional travel
• Occasional evenings and weekends
• Regular and reliable attendance onsite at the work location