Construction Manager

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The City of Roanoke is seeking a Construction Manager to provide project and field operations management services in support of the maintenance, construction, and operations of public infrastructure within the Department of Public Works.

Projects include new construction, reconstruction, and maintenance work related to streets, alleys, landscapes, green infrastructure, and equipment maintenance. Responsibilities include oversight of approximately 50 full time employees, along with project scoping, budgeting, cost estimating, scheduling, specification writing, community coordination, procurement of services, and project closeout.

Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree from a four‑year college or university in construction management, engineering, or a related field, along with five to ten years of related experience and or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Applicants must also demonstrate the ability to analyze project outcomes, identify desired results, and formulate cost effective solutions within a defined scope and budget.

Familiarity with the Virginia Department of General Services procurement framework and sustainable design practices is desired. Possession of a Project Management Professional (PMP) credential, along with either Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or the American Public Works Association Certified Public Works Professional, Management credential, is preferred, or the ability to obtain these credentials within twelve (12) months of hire.

The City of Roanoke is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA/M/F/Disability Employer.

To elevate the performance of the organization, we are committed to respecting, celebrating, and embracing the collective mixture of differences and similarities between our employees as a rich tapestry. Our behaviors will demonstrate open communication, and we will seek opportunities to learn, recognizing and rewarding actions that promote acceptance while suspending judgment. By doing this, we will foster an inclusive, open work environment that delivers excellent service and creates a more vibrant and inviting community.

This is an exempt position.

Executes the City’s capital improvement and maintenance programs within the Department of Public Works by identifying the scope, cost and scheduling of new construction, remodeling/renovation projects, public infrastructure maintenance and operations projects, and additions to buildings currently owned and/or leased by the city.

• Oversees project design to ensure plans and specifications fulfill needs and project complies with City, State and Federal laws, codes and ordinances.
• Procures design and construction services.
• Prepares annual building maintenance programs that include roof maintenance/replacement, heating and air conditioning maintenance/replacement plans and building upgrade programs.
• Prepares annual maintenance program for public green and gray infrastructure including routine activities, special projects, and management of in‑house construction, maintenance, and operations projects.
• Oversees the inventory, tracking, and rating of City‑owned and/or leased infrastructure to identify needs, allocate resources, and generate maintenance activity frequencies.
• Assists in the development and training of other professional staff.

Supervises staff of over 50 FTEs in the completion of assigned projects. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.

To perform this job 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 with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bachelor’s degree from a four‑year college or university in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field;
Five to ten years related experience and/or training in managing the construction/renovation of multi‑use public facilities, construction/maintenance/operations of public green and gray infrastructure; or equivalent combination of education and experience.