What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utilities Project Manager II position at City of Delray Beach, FL?
Job Description
Veterans' Preference Applies
EEO Statement
The City of Delray Beach does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability, marital status, family status or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services
EEO Statement
The City of Delray Beach does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability, marital status, family status or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services
Non-Smoking
The City of Delray Beach is a Non-Tobacco Workplace. The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco or nicotine products for a period of at least three months prior to application for employment. The definition of "tobacco or nicotine products" includes but is not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipes, snuff, e-cigarettes and nicotine patches or gum.
The City of Delray Beach is a Non-Tobacco Workplace. The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco or nicotine products for a period of at least three months prior to application for employment. The definition of "tobacco or nicotine products" includes but is not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipes, snuff, e-cigarettes and nicotine patches or gum.
This is professional and technical work in design and construction contract administration, contract compliance, and user management for a wide variety of water utilities (Utilities) projects. Employee will act as the owner's representative for all activities related to the facility program, including municipal relations, permitting assistance and traditional project management activities (i.e., budget and schedule monitoring, user coordination, program and plan review, contract monitoring, contract change negotiations, field review, occupancy transition and project close-out). Works under general supervision of the Principal Engineer or designee.
Essential Job Duties
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
- Manages project design professionals, construction managers and general contractors.
- Responsible for planning, managing and coordinating projects from inception to completion.
- Involves extensive coordination of project activities with Utilities users, consultants, regulatory agencies and contractors.
- Requires significant independent judgment and decision making which directly affects all aspects of design and construction projects as well as related funding.
- Coordinates with user agencies the design, development, programming and construction phases associated with projects.
- Coordinates with users to identify users functional and business operation requirements and ensures that the plans and specifications reflect those requirements.
- Translates the plans and specifications to the users to demonstrate how functional and business operation requirements are achieved.
- Administers the project development activities of Utilities capital improvements projects.
- Acts as contract administrator; prepares contract documents and approves final bid packages.
- Directs professional and clerical staff involved in the preparation of construction documents for new Utilities, renovations or Utilities additions.
- Conducts periodic "on site" review of construction projects to ensure quality conforms to specifications and construction schedules are maintained.
- Prepares reports and recommendations for the consideration of administrative superiors, boards and commissions.
- Negotiates the terms and value of additional service agreements for design professionals and change orders for contractors.
- Provides guidance/direction to personnel in other county departments and outside consultants regarding project development and construction issues.
- Coordinates development projects with municipalities and regulatory agencies for compliance with standards, regulations and conditions of development.
- Monitors the project permitting process including federal, state and local regulatory requirements.
- Performs constructability and value analysis reviews. Recommends approval of pay applications.
- Reviews and negotiates the scope of change orders and consultant services authorizations and recommend approval.
- Assists in the establishment of new design standards and/or modification of existing design standards to reflect lessons learned from completed projects.
- Work is reviewed through conferences, reports and evaluation or results obtained.
- May supervise other city employees.
- Performs related work as required.
- Fosters positive employee relations and employee morale on a City-wide basis.
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in Engineering, Architecture or Utilities Construction.
- Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in public or commercial Utilities, facility or utility design and construction administration; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience.
Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices associated with Utilities design and construction projects. Extensive knowledge of the principles of project management. Knowledge of the principles of architecture, engineering and/or general contracting. Knowledge of computer software applications including word processing, spreadsheet and project management/scheduling. Thorough knowledge of modern developments and trends in the field of Utilities construction. Thorough knowledge of scheduling programs and theories and ability to estimate and review schedule impact. Thorough knowledge of the possible defects and flaws in Utilities construction and Utilities system installation, construction and operation.
Ability to utilize advanced computer software packages for project management. Ability to read, interpret and evaluate structural, electrical, plumbing and mechanical details of Utilities construction plans to assure compliance with code requirements and to recognize deviations from such plans. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with consultants, developers, contractors, regulatory agencies, users and the public. Ability to translate user functional requirements into technical specifications. Ability to interpret, research and apply regulatory material such as Utilities code requirements. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to handle multiple concurrent tasks and responsibilities.
The abilities expected of all employees include being able to respond to supervision, guidance and direction of superiors in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies, be appropriately groomed and attired so as to present a professional image in accordance with the organization’s mission, goals, and policies; report for work promptly and properly prepared at the time and place required by the assignment or orders; notify the appropriate supervisor of intended absences in accordance with stated rules; conform with standards and rules regarding use of accrued time; demonstrate a polite, helpful and courteous manner when engaged in any activity with the public; operate and care for equipment to manufacturer’s specifications and/or within the specified parameters; demonstrate an understanding, consideration, and respect of cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with the public and colleagues.
A comparable combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position, may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
Supplemental Information
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear, use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Works inside in an office environment and occasionally outside in visiting work sites.
SELECTION GUIDELINES: Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests might be required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement with the employer, and requirements of the job change.
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