Capital Projects Manager

Description
Hiring Range $80,006.00 - $100,000.00 depending on qualifications.
Performs professional and technical project management work providing support and assistance in the coordination, procurement, project management, construction management, contract administration, property acquisition and inspection of a variety of facility, parks and infrastructure projects including streets, parking lots, signs, sidewalks, storm water facilities, parks, grounds, public facility, public safety and town buildings/facilities. Work in this class is highly technical and requires a high degree of attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects at the same time. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the director of engineering.
Examples of Duties
Performs construction management, project management and contract administration for Town projects.
Prepares monthly activity reports, budget reports, work plans and construction reports.
Assists the Assistant Town Manager and other department heads as assigned with cost and resource estimates; bid documents, and contract specifications and documents.
Coordinates with the staff of other departments on design and construction projects.
Develops contracts in coordination with Contracts Manager and Legal Counsel.
Compiles quantities and prepares payment applications for construction projects; tracks project costs.
Manages the planning, coordination, and implementation of Town projects including Capital Improvement Projects.
Negotiates easement agreements with property owners.
Handles design/build projects.
Monitors performance of outside contractors’ work; makes adjustments to their work as necessary; oversees construction inspection in accordance with approved plans.
Interprets design and construction plans to ensure work is performed accurately.
Provides guidance and technical assistance to the Assistant Town Manger and other department heads as assigned.
Prioritizes work projects and assignments; requests resources as necessary to accomplish tasks.
Populates and maintains the Project Tracker Budget and Cost Spreadsheet Tool.
Manages projects to ensure they are on-time and on budget.
Assists with enforcement of Town policies and safety standards.
Performs basic design of Town projects.
Involved with the initial project planning and development.
Assists with the project scoping and capital project budget request development
Performs other duties as assigned.
Typical Qualifications
Thorough knowledge of civil engineering, architecture and construction management practices and principles; thorough knowledge of Town infrastructure/facility projects; ability to work with Excel, Word, standard engineering software and equipment; extensive knowledge of project management, contract management and construction management practices and principles; ability to communicate ideas effectively both orally and in writing; ability to calculate complex cost reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, contractors and the general public; ability to perform work quickly and accurately; organize projects and information, and manage work load and schedule. Ability to develop effective teams and establish and maintain effective working relationships with private and public officials, private engineering firms and Town staff.
Supplemental Information
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in civil engineering, construction management, architecture, landscape architecture or related field. A master’s degree in business or public administration, or related field, is highly desirable. Extensive work experience in public construction and project management is required

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