CIP Manager

Capital Improvement Project Manager

Performs program and project management duties including initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and closing phases of various construction projects in the City's Capital Improvement Plans. Coordinates with engineering, real estate, construction, and training and may serve as team leader for other project managers, inspectors, and administrative staff. Coordinates the development, implementation, and update of the City's Capital Improvement Plans. Serves as a liaison with contractors, consultants, utility departments, outside agencies, and other city departments.

Candidates are required to submit a cover letter and resume. Essential functions include serving as the Program Manager for water, wastewater, streets, drainage, and other miscellaneous city capital projects; supervising Project Managers, Contract Coordinators, and Public Improvement Inspection Supervisors; managing project budgets and schedules; assisting in project selection; coordinating various engineering, training, and services; assisting with the coordination of the City's long-range utility and transportation plans; overseeing the City's interest in various Interlocal Agreements; leading selection committees; coordinating plan review; managing the bid process; coordinating with Inspectors and Project Managers; completing monthly project progress reports; attending City Council and various board / committee meetings; coordinating construction progress meetings; working with Engineers and Inspection staff upon substantial completion of the project; providing assistance and input on new construction standards; researching, compiling, and analyzing data; supporting operational staff and other city departments; ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations; and performing other duties as assigned or required.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in construction project management, engineering, business, or a related field and five (5) years' experience or a High School Diploma / GED and ten (10) years of experience in construction project management, preferably with utility and transportation projects in a governmental environment. Additional education, training, or experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications. Knowledge of utilities, real estate practices, project management practices, vertical construction techniques, project budget preparation, purchasing laws, construction methods, TCEQ rules, real estate, engineering design, construction practices, safety and construction techniques, and state and federal requirements is required. Skills in supervision and leadership, effective communication, record keeping, evaluating construction methods, establishing good working relationships, interpreting legal descriptions, negotiating with property owners, public presentations, coordination of multiple tasks, safe operation of vehicles, reading and interpreting contract documents, and developing new ideas are necessary. Licenses and certifications such as a valid Class "C" Texas driver's license, Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification, NIGP or NAPM training, Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Engineer in Training (EIT), TCEQ Water, TCEQ Wastewater, and HMAC Certification are preferred.

Physical demands include standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, crouching, bending, vision, hearing, talking, use of foot controls. Ability to work in a variety of weather and navigate a wide variety of construction sites.

Hiring Range : $91,931.84 - $115,169.60 annually.