Facilities Project Manager

Facilities Project Manager

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Application Deadline : October 7, 2025

Compensation Details : Full Pay Range $85,155.20 - $126,505.60 Generally, the hiring range is from the minimum up to 80% of the range. This is a full-time salaried position.

Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40

Benefit Eligibility Group : Non Union (30+ Hours)

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Job Description Summary : FACILITIES PROJECT MANAGER

Under limited direct supervision, this position is responsible for directing and coordinating all phases of improvement and maintenance projects involving new construction and remodeling for city facilities. This includes project planning, selection of architectural and engineering consultant services, consultant and vendor contracting, problem solving, project management and administration, cost estimating, project budget tracking and management, and construction oversight and administration. Interfaces with both internal and external customers on the project and provides updates as necessary to boards and commissions and city council as necessary. Act as liaison with contractors, assigned staff, the public, engineers, architects, public utilities, consultants and city departments; and to perform related duties as required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Administers and coordinates construction and remodeling projects for assigned city facilities. This includes the following :

• Coordinates preparation of, and maintains project scope of work, work plans, resource allocation schedules, project schedules, and project budgets.
• Develops project cost estimates for approval.
• Coordinates design and engineering services on projects.
• Coordinates with Planning & Development Services during the Land Use and Building Permit Process.
• Prepares Request for Proposal (RFP) and Request for Qualifications (RFQ) documents.
• Coordinates preparation of Formal Bid documents in accordance with city policies.
• Reviews contractor bids, RFPs, and RFQs and selects contractors to perform work in accordance with city policies. Prepares change orders and other project correspondence including "as-built" drawings during the construction process for approval.
• Coordinates surveying, testing, and field engineering services on projects. Contracts, schedules and reviews project testing and documentation.
• Verifies quality standards for work are being met. Assists in developing quality standards for work and verifies these standards are being met.
• Serves as "Owners Representative" for final project acceptance on small projects.
• Coordinates projects with affected employees, and other departments to ensure satisfaction.
• Coordinates the communication of the project status and any significant challenges encountered, to management, tenants, and affected departments. Provides on site construction management of projects including coordination of work between multiple contractors, tenants, and affected departments, including pre-construction and post-construction meetings.
• Coordinates staff support for the administration and monitoring of construction contracts by providing input by overseeing construction progress, proposing solutions to construction problems, and maintaining project records as required by city policies.
• Monitors work site safety processes to ensure the safety of the public, staff and contractors.
• Assists with submission and implementation of grant applications to state and local organizations such as the State Historical Society, the Governor's Office of Energy Management & Conservation, and others.

Assists Facilities Senior Project Managers in all aspects of design and construction activities on major Capital Improvement Projects. Remains generally alert to conditions and events occurring in and around city facilities indicating anticipated or needed maintenance and repairs. Communicates with customers, the public, and team members in a professional and effective manner. Understands and works to implement city and departmental goals and policies. Other : Performs related duties as required to meet the needs of the city. Know and comply with all city and department policies; participate in professional trainings and development; and adhere to attendance and workplace attire policies.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

Supervision

Supervision Received : Facilities Senior Project Manager

Supervision Exercised : None

Working Conditions and Requirements

Additional Job Description : Last updated : April 2025

The City of Boulder is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected statute. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please send a request to riskmanagement@bouldercolorado.gov.