Lead Project Manager, Parks & Facilities — Public Works

City-of-Evanston,-I; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 118,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Evanston in Illinois seeks a Senior Project Manager for Parks and Facilities to lead landscape architecture, architectural and civil engineering projects within Public Works. You will supervise design professionals, coordinate with consultants and city staff, and manage plans, specifications and budgets for capital projects.

Responsibilities include directing multidisciplinary teams, preparing RFPs/RFQs, securing permits, engaging the public, and reporting to City leadership.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a landscape architect, architect or professional engineer in the State of Illinois, or fulfill reciprocity within 12 months.
• Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture, Architecture or Civil Engineering or substantially similar area.
• 7+ years of professional experience.
• Valid driver's license and a safe driving record.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience preferred.
• AutoCAD and Civil3D proficiency required; Revit, SketchUp, Enscape, Adobe graphics programs, Bluebeam and MS Office preferred.
• Certified Playground Safety Inspector preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serves as Project Manager on a wide range of projects of varying complexity.
• Directs and evaluates subordinate staff; manages workload and personnel actions.
• Evaluates project delivery approaches and provides strategic recommendations.
• Prepares RFPs, RFQs and bid documents; manages contracts with consultants and contractors.
• Prepares grants and reports; coordinates with divisions, agencies and the public.
• Obtains permits and leads design/constructability reviews; oversees meetings.
• Leads public engagement, prepares plans/specs, and provides construction administration.
• Supports long-range planning and capital improvements budgeting.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture, Architecture or Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

Revit

SketchUp

Enscape

Adobe graphics programs

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

City of Evanston in Illinois seeks a Senior Project Manager for Parks and Facilities to lead landscape architecture, architectural and civil engineering projects within Public Works. You will supervise design professionals, coordinate with consultants and city staff, and manage plans, specifications and budgets for capital projects.

Responsibilities include directing multidisciplinary teams, preparing RFPs/RFQs, securing permits, engaging the public, and reporting to City leadership.