Project Manager, Maintenance Manager, Water Management

This is administrative and technical work in directing and supervising the assigned project operation. Work involves the responsibility for directing all phases of municipal public works, including Fleet Maintenance, Building & Grounds Maintenance, Street signs, Street Maintenance, Drainage Maintenance, Right-of-way Maintenance, Litter Control, Project Inventory, Natural Gas, Water Distribution, and Sewer Collections. An employee in this class formulates policies and coordinates activities in accordance with general policies established by the City and/or Board of Alderman.

The Project Manager exercises supervision over a number of unskilled, semi-skilled, skilled and supervisory maintenance and construction employees. The employee is responsible for the preparation and monitoring of the department budget; the preparation, implementation of and adherence to procedures; and department personnel functions. Responsibilities also include establishing and maintaining appropriate work relationships with municipal officials, peers and subordinates, State and local organizations, and with the general public.

Work is performed under the supervision of the Mayor and/or designee under guidelines established by the Board of Alderman; however, this employee must also exercise considerable independent judgment and technical expertise in order to meet department objectives.

Exercises considerable judgement in determining work assignment priorities in use of equipment and use of manpower; modifies methods, procedures and priorities to meet changing conditions and determines materials equipment needed to complete jobs-

Schedules, reviews and may participate in the work of mechanics engaged in maintenance and repair of all municipal gasoline and diesel driven vehicles including specialized equipment. Maintains records of serviced vehicles and/or equipment as well as the daily implementation of the preventive maintenance program. Responsible for the requisition of parts and supplies used in repair of equipment and maintains adequate inventory of necessary parts.

Ensures that work is conducted in compliance with safety standards and regulations

Reviews work of subordinates and crews and progress performance with constructions, timeliness and safety

Continuously inspects work in progress with performance to plan and instructions

Knowledge in municipal public works such as planning, design, maintenance, and construction.

Knowledge in principles of budget preparation and expenditure control.

Knowledge in applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations pertaining to public works and utility functions.

Knowledge in Principles of Effective Management Skills.

Ability to analyze, evaluate, and implement municipal public works and utility programs/projects.

Ability to plan, organize and direct the work of public works and utility personnel.

Ability to analyze organizational and administrative problems, recommend alternative courses of action, and provide leadership to others in implementing such actions.

Ability to prepare and create clear and comprehensive written reports.

Maintain strong relationships with the city officials, employees, contractors, the general public, and representatives of other agencies.

Experience in evaluating and training staff.

Performs other related duties as directed

15 years’ experience in Public Works (specifically drainage, streets, right of way mowing building maintenance, fleet maintenance, inventory control)

10 year’s experience at a supervisory and/or Manager level

Knowledge of work hazards, safety procedures, and traffic laws relating to equipment and machinery required to perform utility Maintenance.

Knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in construction, maintenance, repair of street surfaces, curbs and drainage structures

Ability to read and interpret work orders and plans

Able to organize, coordinate and manage the daily operations of significant project

Able to communicate well both verbally and in writing

The work area can involve a working environment…