Engineering Project Manager

Engineering Project Manager

Primary purpose:
The Engineering Project Manager is responsible for the full lifecycle delivery of capital and infrastructure projects within the Department of Public Works. This role manages projects from initial programming and design through procurement, construction, and closeout. The position serves as a central coordinator across departments, consultants, contractors, and the public, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with all applicable standards.

The Project Manager translates complex technical information into clear, actionable communication for non-technical stakeholders and provides regular reporting on project status, risks, and performance. This role is a key contributor to advancing the City's capital program and maintaining public infrastructure assets. Performs all other duties as required and directed.

Supervision:
Scope and Judgment:
This position requires excellent judgement, polished professional skills, superior organizational skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, research and evaluation skills, the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and the ability to learn and work within a range of engineering and public works projects/arenas. The position is responsible for moving long term projects forward and keeping them on schedule and done to the highest standards without daily oversight.

The position must be able to take decisive action when matters are time sensitive while recognizing the municipal setting and limits to resources. Critical thinking, self-motivation, and a passion for serving the public are all key elements of the role. Supervision Received:
Works under the general supervision of the City Engineer or designee and operates in accordance with applicable state and local laws and regulations, department policies and procedures, requiring the ability to plan and perform operations to independently complete assigned tasks according to a prescribed time schedule. Generally establishes their own daily work plan based on regular routine and special assignments and completes work in accordance with established departmental and city policies, standards and expectations.

Supervision Given:
Exercises matrix supervision over engineering staff, consultants, and field personnel engaged in project design, survey, permitting, and construction inspection activities. Responsible for directing and assigning work to other staff and office personnel, with time spent assigning and reviewing the work of subordinates and ensuring staff is adequately trained and performing to expectations. Supervisory responsibility includes direct accountability for work results.

Essential Functions:

Lead and manage capital projects through all phases: planning, design, permitting, bidding, construction, and closeout. Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules, budgets, and cost controls. Maintain and update a centralized project tracking system, including public-facing project updates. Coordinate with Design Manager on design efforts performed by in-house staff and external consultants. Prepare and review construction cost estimates, bid documents, and technical specifications.

Manage procurement processes, including bid evaluation and contractor selection. Provide construction management oversight, including supervision of inspectors and resident engineers. Ensure contractor compliance with plans, specifications, safety standards, and contract requirements. Review to recommend approval of contractor payment requisitions and change orders. Monitor project risks, identify issues proactively, and implement mitigation strategies. Manage project closeout, including punch lists, as-built documentation, and final acceptance.

Serve as a point of contact for residents and stakeholders, addressing concerns related to construction impacts, drainage, roadway conditions, and related issues. Interpret and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, codes, and ordinances. Support permitting and site plan review functions, including evaluation of field changes. Assist in capital planning and tracking of division resources, including equipment and software.

Coordinate and prioritize service requests (e.g., 311/GoGov) as they relate to engineering projects. Participate in emergency response operations for critical incidents, as required. Attend staff meetings and other meetings as required and directed. Performs all other duties as required and directed.

Minimum Entrance

Qualifications:

To perform successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. We encourage all candidates who feel they are capable of successfully performing the responsibilities as outlined in this…