Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

The current vacancy is in the Property Management department.  The eligibility list created by this vacancy may be used to hire other vacancies in the department or County.

Provide all aspects of project management related to construction projects for new facilities or remodeling/rehabilitation and repair of existing facilities; establish and administer construction related contracts, establish and administer project budgets, and provide managerial oversight for all project activities; provide real estate and management services relating to the maintenance of County-owned properties; and perform other related duties as assigned.

Flexible Workplace:
This position will be onsite for the first 6 months and then move to hybrid schedule.

This position is identified under the designation of 'flex work eligible', meaning that the employee can formally opt to be in-office full-time or work a flex schedule in which at least two-days per week are performed in office and other days can be performed in a remote-first environment. Regardless of selection, the position carries expectations regarding on-site responsibilities and will require schedule flexibility beyond the minimum expectations set forth in the county's flexible workplace policy.

To view Ramsey County's Flexible Workplace policy, go to:
Flexible Workplace Policy

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* Promote a diverse, culturally competent, and respectful workplace.

* Manage and coordinate construction projects for new facilities or remodeling and repair of existing facilities.

* Prepare project budgets and cost estimates.

* In consultation with division directors, prepare documentation for review and make presentations to the County Manager, the Capital Improvement Program Advisory Committee, Regional Railroad Authority, and/or the County Board of Commissioners regarding proposed facility projects.

* Provide input to the negotiation and purchase process for new land acquisitions, including working with the County Attorney's Office.

* Prepare Request for Proposals for professional services related to preparation of plans and specifications and provide specialized project administration.

* Manage formal project reviews by public agencies that have jurisdiction, such as the local municipality issuing Conditional Use Permit or Rezoning Classification for the project site.

* Evaluate bids for construction, major repairs and asset preservation projects and make recommendations for contract awards.

* Provide technical services and administer consultant contracts for project development.

* Coordinate development and review of project design and construction contract administration.

* Manage project budgets, review construction reports, and coordinate project progress meetings.

* Plan, conduct and/or attend meetings representing the County with a variety of State and local municipal agencies, elected officials, community groups, and interested citizens regarding building site selection, building design, and construction.

* Coordinate selection and purchase of furnishings, fixtures, and equipment; and coordinate their delivery and installation.

* Assist in developing feasibility and cost studies and technical specifications for facilities modifications that improve energy efficiency.

* Analyze and evaluate historical data and the results of inspections to predict and plan for future building maintenance and renovation/replacement needs; forecast the remaining useful lives of facilities and facility systems and estimate the cost of repairs and replacements.

* Determine the status of County compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, including the ADA.

* Work with County department heads and managers in making recommendations for facility improvements, maintenance plans, and implementing recommendations for asset preservation projects.

* Serve on internal and external task forces or committees related to capital improvement planning, facility accessibility, asset preservation, mobile equipment replacement, energy efficiency, and safety.

* Manage existing agreements and provide input to new agreements for County owned property.

* Monitor County owned property by investigating encroachments, participating in dispute resolution with adjacent property owners, and inspecting or arranging for annual property inspection.

* In coordination with division directors, manage asset preservation and rehabilitation projects.  Responsible for construction contract management, monitoring projects and communicating progress.

* Prepare plans, project budgets and cost estimates based on predictable life cycles and condition analysis of buildings, mechanical/electrical systems, site/grounds and mobile equipment.

(The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this description and…