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Location : Juneau
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202400312
Department: Engineering & Public Works
Division: Engineering
Opening Date: 03/15/2024
Closing Date: 4/10/2024 4:30 PM Alaska
Position Number: 152056
Bargaining Unit: Marine Engineers Beneficial Association
Pay Range: 21
Hours Per Week: 37.5
Telework Availability: Not Available
Description
Are you a motivated and organized person with engineering and/or construction experience looking for a professional growth opportunity with the City and Borough of Juneau, Alaska? Do you like variety in the projects you work on? If so, this Engineering Project Manager position with the CBJ Engineering Department is for you.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
A team oriented, energetic, self-motivated individual with an engineering or construction background and a desire to learn. We are looking for the right candidate, with experience ranging from entry level to licensed. The applicant should have strong organizational and communication skills as well as an understanding of the complexities of planning, design and managing construction work. The position requires individuals comfortable with learning and working independently. The ideal applicant should have a background in building, designing and/or administering construction projects (ideally civil work), pit and quarry management (or similar mass excavation type trade) outdoor recreation facility construction, and / or engineering principles and practices. The ideal applicant has knowledge from working within the construction industry, i.e., contractors and professional consultants; solving disputes, and understanding how to represent the Owner's interests throughout the design and construction process to deliver a quality project on time and within budget.
We are willing to train the right candidate!
THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM
The Engineering Division is a tight knit team of a Chief Engineer and five Project Managers. We work closely and collaboratively with the Architectural Division that is comprised of a Chief Architect and four Project Managers. We act as the Owner's representative for design and construction projects for CBJ's client departments. The applicant will work closely with client departments and specific individuals directly impacted by the improvement projects. In addition, the applicant will work closely with primarily local design and construction professionals to execute capital improvement projects accurately, efficiently and expediently. The engineering and architecture team manages over $40 million of Capital Projects Annually. The applicant will oversee a diverse range of projects from small improvements valued under $100,000 to construction or replacement of new and existing infrastructure valued in excess of $2,000,000. While the work is executed independently, the applicant will find a strong support network from all the team members as we are committed to successful projects and willing to share our expertise to support the applicant's efforts to ensure success.
Typical Responsibilities
Under the direction and mentorship of the Chief Engineer, this candidate will perform all aspects of project management from cradle to grave, ideally, independently while under the mentorship and close support of the Chief Engineer. The responsibilities are split (although closely related) for this position - Project Management and Pits and Quarries Management and include:
Project Management:This position is responsible for the planning, design, construction and contract management for Engineering Projects of varying complexity and project value. Typical projects include municipal roads and utility infrastructure, Parks and Recreation infrastructure and trails, Water and Wastewater Utility infrastructure and drainage improvements. The position is assigned basic to advanced level Engineering Project management (depending on experience) to resolve design and construction issues on capital improvement projects. Incumbents apply the following technical skills: project scoping, scheduling, budgeting, preparing cost estimates, performing construction inspection, performing design review, value engineering, preparing written reports, preparing oral presentations, and coordinating design and construction work. Entry level incumbent will work under the direct supervision and oversight of the Chief Engineer or senior team member. Journey Level incumbent is expected to make complex evaluations, recommendations, and decisions with limited direction from a supervisor. The incumbent also frequently works with members of the public, external organizations and public committees, and only requires supervisor support in more complex situations.
Pits and Quarry Management: This position also manages the operations of the CBJ Sand, Gravel and Hard Rock Material Sources. This includes ensuring each facility is compliant with MSHA, ADEC and Alaska Division of Weights and Measures, rules and regulations, managing operator locations, maintaining and cleaning truck weight scales, collecting and accounting for weight tickets. Tracks management fees, expense and budgets, plans and coordinates routine maintenance projects and capital improvements for the material sources. Prepares expansion plans, future access locations, logistics and closure plans. The incumbent will work directly with contractors, regulatory agencies, client departments, members of the public, other external agencies and should be able to complete these duties with limited direction from a supervisor.
Typical responsibilities include the following (progressive, based on experience and position):
This position works (Monday through Friday) 8am - 4:30pm. Your office would be located in downtown Juneau in the Marine View Apartment Building on the 3rd Floor.
Minimum Qualifications
Persons not registered in the State of Alaska must be registered in a state recognized by the State Board of Registration for Architects, Engineers and Land Surveyors eligible for comity in accordance with AS 08.48.191(b). Persons employed under this provision must become registered in Alaska within one year of hire and sign an agreement to this effect as a condition of employment.
Engineer or Land Surveyor: Alaska state law requires incumbents to be licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Land Surveyor (LS).
Architect or Landscape Architect: Alaska state law requires incumbents to be licensed as a Professional Architect or Landscape Architect.
Requirements: Some positions require a valid Drivers' License at time of appointment and for continued employment.
Supplemental Information
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED INFORMATION
A cover letter must be attached to the application. Please describe your unique qualifications that make you the ideal candidate for this position. Also include the individual qualities that would make you a positive member of the CIP Engineering team.
If substituting education for experience, transcripts are required.
HIRING MANAGER CONTACT INFO
Hiring Manager: John Bohan
Phone Number: 907-586-0800
Email: John.Bohan@Juneau.gov
Please read the below information carefully to ensure your application submission meets all submittal requirements.
Education
If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your education in your application, and you may be required to provide transcripts.
Work Experience
If you are using work experience to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your work experience in the application.
If your application does not support minimum qualifications, you may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
Application Assistance
For questions regarding application submission or system operation errors, please visit: If your question is not answered in the FAQ, you may contact the Department of Human Resources & Risk Management at (907) 586-5250 or employment@juneau.gov.
For applicant password assistance, please visit:
EEO Statement
The City & Borough of Juneau complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call (907) 586-5250 or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973, or correspond with the Department of Human Resources & Risk Management at employment@juneau.gov or 155 Heritage Way, Juneau, AK 99801. The City and Borough of Juneau is an equal opportunity employer.
Careers with the City & Borough of Juneau offer Many Benefits
The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the City & Borough of Juneau. Actual benefits received may differ based on position type and will be prorated for other than full time work.
Incumbents of Part-time Limited, Eaglecrest Limited, Short-term Temporary, Emergency and Intern positions are not eligible for the benefits described below.
Insurance Benefits
Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
Retirement Benefits
For more information on health, retirement and optional benefits for eligible employees visit:
Paid Leave and Holidays
Twelve paid holidays a year Six weeks Paid Parental Leave (to eligible employees)
Employee Wellness Program
The Employee Wellness Program assists employees in making choices that support their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. The program provides:
Location : Juneau
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202400312
Department: Engineering & Public Works
Division: Engineering
Opening Date: 03/15/2024
Closing Date: 4/10/2024 4:30 PM Alaska
Position Number: 152056
Bargaining Unit: Marine Engineers Beneficial Association
Pay Range: 21
Hours Per Week: 37.5
Telework Availability: Not Available
Description
Are you a motivated and organized person with engineering and/or construction experience looking for a professional growth opportunity with the City and Borough of Juneau, Alaska? Do you like variety in the projects you work on? If so, this Engineering Project Manager position with the CBJ Engineering Department is for you.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
A team oriented, energetic, self-motivated individual with an engineering or construction background and a desire to learn. We are looking for the right candidate, with experience ranging from entry level to licensed. The applicant should have strong organizational and communication skills as well as an understanding of the complexities of planning, design and managing construction work. The position requires individuals comfortable with learning and working independently. The ideal applicant should have a background in building, designing and/or administering construction projects (ideally civil work), pit and quarry management (or similar mass excavation type trade) outdoor recreation facility construction, and / or engineering principles and practices. The ideal applicant has knowledge from working within the construction industry, i.e., contractors and professional consultants; solving disputes, and understanding how to represent the Owner's interests throughout the design and construction process to deliver a quality project on time and within budget.
We are willing to train the right candidate!
THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM
The Engineering Division is a tight knit team of a Chief Engineer and five Project Managers. We work closely and collaboratively with the Architectural Division that is comprised of a Chief Architect and four Project Managers. We act as the Owner's representative for design and construction projects for CBJ's client departments. The applicant will work closely with client departments and specific individuals directly impacted by the improvement projects. In addition, the applicant will work closely with primarily local design and construction professionals to execute capital improvement projects accurately, efficiently and expediently. The engineering and architecture team manages over $40 million of Capital Projects Annually. The applicant will oversee a diverse range of projects from small improvements valued under $100,000 to construction or replacement of new and existing infrastructure valued in excess of $2,000,000. While the work is executed independently, the applicant will find a strong support network from all the team members as we are committed to successful projects and willing to share our expertise to support the applicant's efforts to ensure success.
Typical Responsibilities
Under the direction and mentorship of the Chief Engineer, this candidate will perform all aspects of project management from cradle to grave, ideally, independently while under the mentorship and close support of the Chief Engineer. The responsibilities are split (although closely related) for this position - Project Management and Pits and Quarries Management and include:
Project Management:This position is responsible for the planning, design, construction and contract management for Engineering Projects of varying complexity and project value. Typical projects include municipal roads and utility infrastructure, Parks and Recreation infrastructure and trails, Water and Wastewater Utility infrastructure and drainage improvements. The position is assigned basic to advanced level Engineering Project management (depending on experience) to resolve design and construction issues on capital improvement projects. Incumbents apply the following technical skills: project scoping, scheduling, budgeting, preparing cost estimates, performing construction inspection, performing design review, value engineering, preparing written reports, preparing oral presentations, and coordinating design and construction work. Entry level incumbent will work under the direct supervision and oversight of the Chief Engineer or senior team member. Journey Level incumbent is expected to make complex evaluations, recommendations, and decisions with limited direction from a supervisor. The incumbent also frequently works with members of the public, external organizations and public committees, and only requires supervisor support in more complex situations.
Pits and Quarry Management: This position also manages the operations of the CBJ Sand, Gravel and Hard Rock Material Sources. This includes ensuring each facility is compliant with MSHA, ADEC and Alaska Division of Weights and Measures, rules and regulations, managing operator locations, maintaining and cleaning truck weight scales, collecting and accounting for weight tickets. Tracks management fees, expense and budgets, plans and coordinates routine maintenance projects and capital improvements for the material sources. Prepares expansion plans, future access locations, logistics and closure plans. The incumbent will work directly with contractors, regulatory agencies, client departments, members of the public, other external agencies and should be able to complete these duties with limited direction from a supervisor.
Typical responsibilities include the following (progressive, based on experience and position):
- Serves as a CBJ representative for management of multiple projects and CBJ Pits and Quarries.
- Assists in the preparation of and/or prepares drawings, specifications, cost estimates, reports, contracts and requests for proposals (RFPs); utilizes professional seal where appropriate.
- Assists with and/or conducts negotiations related to professional service contracts.
- Administers all aspects of professional service contracts and collaborates with the Client Department to ensure that project goals are met and that the Client Department's interests are served.
- Manages and conducts project activities to ensure CBJ and the Client Department's interests are protected.
- Continuously monitors and inspects construction work quality, workmanship, and material selection to ensure compliance with contract documents; identifies deficiencies; recommends corrective actions; coordinates the resolution of issues between parties.
- Issues Stop Work orders, Notices of Defective Work and imposes other contractual mechanisms to contractors not complying with the contract documents.
- Administers all aspects of construction contracts and collaborates with the Client Department to ensure that project goals are met and that the Client Department's interests are served.
- Develops project budgets; provides fiscal control of projects; reviews and approves expenses charged to projects; administers professional design and construction contracts for timely completion; establishes and maintains the financial project records; and assists in financial audits.
- Designs, conducts and manages specialized studies; identifies alternatives and makes recommendations.
- Prepares and maintains up to date project status and budget reports.
- Becomes knowledgeable with, spends within and assists in preparation of Pits and Quarries Capital and Operating budgets.
- Act as public contact for the Engineering or Client Department for the purpose of answering CIP or other project related questions.
- May also report project related information to the Assembly, Boards, Commissions, Client Department groups and the public.
This position works (Monday through Friday) 8am - 4:30pm. Your office would be located in downtown Juneau in the Marine View Apartment Building on the 3rd Floor.
Minimum Qualifications
Persons not registered in the State of Alaska must be registered in a state recognized by the State Board of Registration for Architects, Engineers and Land Surveyors eligible for comity in accordance with AS 08.48.191(b). Persons employed under this provision must become registered in Alaska within one year of hire and sign an agreement to this effect as a condition of employment.
Engineer or Land Surveyor: Alaska state law requires incumbents to be licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Land Surveyor (LS).
Architect or Landscape Architect: Alaska state law requires incumbents to be licensed as a Professional Architect or Landscape Architect.
Requirements: Some positions require a valid Drivers' License at time of appointment and for continued employment.
Supplemental Information
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED INFORMATION
A cover letter must be attached to the application. Please describe your unique qualifications that make you the ideal candidate for this position. Also include the individual qualities that would make you a positive member of the CIP Engineering team.
If substituting education for experience, transcripts are required.
HIRING MANAGER CONTACT INFO
Hiring Manager: John Bohan
Phone Number: 907-586-0800
Email: John.Bohan@Juneau.gov
Please read the below information carefully to ensure your application submission meets all submittal requirements.
Education
If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your education in your application, and you may be required to provide transcripts.
Work Experience
If you are using work experience to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your work experience in the application.
If your application does not support minimum qualifications, you may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
Application Assistance
For questions regarding application submission or system operation errors, please visit: If your question is not answered in the FAQ, you may contact the Department of Human Resources & Risk Management at (907) 586-5250 or employment@juneau.gov.
For applicant password assistance, please visit:
EEO Statement
The City & Borough of Juneau complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call (907) 586-5250 or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973, or correspond with the Department of Human Resources & Risk Management at employment@juneau.gov or 155 Heritage Way, Juneau, AK 99801. The City and Borough of Juneau is an equal opportunity employer.
Careers with the City & Borough of Juneau offer Many Benefits
The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the City & Borough of Juneau. Actual benefits received may differ based on position type and will be prorated for other than full time work.
Incumbents of Part-time Limited, Eaglecrest Limited, Short-term Temporary, Emergency and Intern positions are not eligible for the benefits described below.
Insurance Benefits
- Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
- No cost employee only plan available
- Employer paid Basic Life insurance--$5,000 for employee, spouse & dependents
- Additional optional coverage available
- Travel protection & financial services offered as part of the Life Insurance coverage
- Optional group-based insurance premiums for
- Term life with Accidental Death and Dismemberment (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
- Short-term Disability
- Accident Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Employer fully funded Dependent Care Flex plan at open enrollment after 1 year of employment
Retirement Benefits
- Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
- Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program, depending on your date of hire
- Option to enroll in the City & Borough of Juneau's Deferred Compensation Program with MissionSquare
- Employer match available for participating PERS Tier IV employees
- Note: The Defined Contribution Plan & Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options
For more information on health, retirement and optional benefits for eligible employees visit:
Paid Leave and Holidays
- Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
- 21 days of PL within first year of employment
- Personal leave includes Sick leave
Employee Wellness Program
The Employee Wellness Program assists employees in making choices that support their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. The program provides:
- An opportunity to earn a health insurance premium discount of $1300 per year
- An Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Pass Disc...
