PROJECT MANAGER - ENGINEERING

City of Nampa; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 58,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

PERSI Retirement Plan with 11.96%

401k & 457 Retirement Plans

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance with AD&D

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Account

HRA VEBA Health Savings

Wellness Program & Rewards

Student Loan Forgiveness

Employee Discounts

Job summary

City of Nampa is seeking a Project Manager - Engineering for Public Works. The role focuses on planning, design, and construction of assigned projects under the Engineering Manager – Transportation, with opportunities to influence scopes and schedules.

The position requires strong management, coordination with contractors and utilities, and compliance with regulations. DOE salary with full-time benefits and a supportive city government environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or closely related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in construction contracts and project management in the public sector preferred.
• Valid Idaho driver’s license.
• Proficient with computer software and able to quickly learn new tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop scope of work, budgets, and schedules for public works projects.
• Manage contracts with design professionals, consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
• Maintain project records and electronic files; monitor expenditures against budgets.
• Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local codes and regulations.
• Coordinate with staff, contractors, agencies, and public; adjust design/scope as needed.
• Prepare reports, charts, and correspondence; review project progress and standards.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Project

Communication skills

Project scheduling

Civil design

Team collaboration

MS Excel

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Bluebeam Revu

Adobe Acrobat Pro

MS Outlook

MS Word

Job description

City of Nampa

PROJECT MANAGER - ENGINEERING, Public Works

Hiring Salary (DOE): $27.73 to $35.35 per hour DOE

*This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Department: Engineering

FLSA Status: Exempt

Travel Required: Minimal

Position Type: FT

Benefit Eligible: Yes

Persi Eligible: Yes

Reports To: Engineering Manager, Transportation Team

Schedule: Monday through Friday - 8:00 am-5:00 pm

WE TAKE CARE OF OUR PEOPLE!

The City of Nampa offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities, including the following for full-time positions in City Government Departments:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• PERSI Retirement Plan, with 11.96% employer contribution
• 401k & 457 Retirement Plans
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (at least 4 weeks per year)
• Life Insurance with AD&D
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employer-Funded HRA VEBA Health Savings
• Wellness Program & Rewards
• Opportunity for student Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Harward Recreation Center Discounts
• Other Great Benefits!

POSITION SUMMARY:

The principal function of an employee in this class is to manage the planning, design, and construction of assigned projects related to public works construction. The work is performed under the supervision and direction of the Engineering Manager – Transportation, but considerable leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative. The nature of the work performed requires that an employee in this class establish and maintain effective working relationships with City personnel, utility companies, construction contractors, survey crews, consultants, elected officials, property owners, and the general public. The principal duties of this class are performed in a general office environment and in the field.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develop scope of work, budgets, and schedules for construction of public works projects.
• Manage contracts with design professionals, consultants, contractors, and equipment suppliers.
• Maintain files and project history, including plans, specifications, project correspondence, contracts, budget, financial information, and other historical project data. Manages and maintains electronic project files on the city server.
• Review expenditures and financial commitments to assure compliance with approved budgets.
• Provide assurance that all public works construction projects are in compliance with Federal, State, and local codes and regulations.
• Coordinate with city staff, contractors, agencies, and other interested parties to solve construction difficulties and problems, adjusting the original design or scope as necessary.
• Complete all project reports, charts, graphs, and correspondence. Prepares, updates, and reviews project staff update report.
• Review plans, specifications, construction progress, and completed projects for compliance with standards, products, and methods.
• Ensure work activities are carried out safely and efficiently.
• Plan, supervise, and evaluate the work of consultants, and contractors and provides direction in managing project issues.
• Provide project contract and construction management for City projects.
• Assume responsibility for other duties as required or assigned and attends meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions and reviews publications and audio-visual materials to become and remain current on principles, practices, and new developments in assigned work areas.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

• Accountability – Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Analytical Skills – Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
• Commitment to Safety – Understands, encourages, and carries out the principles of integrated safety management; complies with or oversees the compliance with safety policies and procedures; completes all required training; takes personal responsibility for safety.
• Detail Oriented – Ability to pay meticulous attention to all aspects of a situation or task, no matter how small or seemingly unimportant.
• Innovative – Ability to look beyond the standard solutions.
• Judgment – The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.
• Problem Solving – Ability to find a solution for or deal proactively with work-related problems.
• Reliability – The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
• Time Management – Ability to effectively utilize the available time for the completion of necessary job tasks.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED).
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred either in Engineering, Construction Management, or closely related design and construction field, and/or any combination of experience and training which provides the equivalent scope of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work.
• 5 or more years of experience in construction contracts and project management with Public Sector experience preferred.
• Ability to operate a personal computer using standard or customized software applications appropriate to assigned tasks and the ability and willingness to quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology.
• Valid State of Idaho Driver’s License.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Considerable knowledge of Federal, State, and local public construction and procurement laws, codes, local ordinances, and regulations.
• Considerable knowledge of City and department operations, policies, and procedures.
• Considerable knowledge of project design and construction management methods and practices.
• Considerable knowledge of materials, methods, techniques, terminology, and safety practices used in the construction and maintenance and repair of domestic water, pressure irrigation, roadway, storm water, sanitary sewer, etc.
• Considerable knowledge of cost estimating for Public Works construction, maintenance, and repair projects.
• Considerable knowledge of construction plans, specifications, and construction details.
• Exceptional scheduling abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Project, Outlook, Word and Excel, Adobe Pro, and Bluebeam Revu.
• Effective communication skills with an ability to work in a team environment.
• Experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D for civil design.
• Working knowledge of generally accepted construction standards and construction methods, materials, techniques, phases, practices, and procedures.
• Working Knowledge of environmental impact issues, laws, and regulations.
• Ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple construction and maintenance projects.
• Ability to effectively coordinate department services with other departments and providers.
• Ability to effectively review and oversee the work of consultants and contractors.
• Ability to effectively detect discrepancies or deficiencies in project construction work and construction plans.
• Ability to effectively represent the city to outside individuals and agencies to accomplish the goals and objectives of the unit.
• Ability to estimate construction costs, manage the development complex bid plans and specifications, control project costs, and maintain project schedules.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing, using technical and non-technical language.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures, and instructions, use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and/or oral instructions, and prepare and present accurate and reliable reports containing findings and recommendations.
• Ability to quickly learn customized software applications appropriate to assigned tasks.
• Ability to prepare accurate and reliable reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations for various reports containing design and construction terminology.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines.
• Using logical reasoning to break down the work through a situation or problem to arrive at an outcome.
• Recognizing fundamental elements of a situation, clarifying the situation, examining the facts, evaluating, interpreting, and integrating solutions.
• Keep immediate supervisor and designated others accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems.
• Respond to client and consultant questions and comments courteously and promptly.
• Communicate and coordinates regularly with appropriate others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities.
• Communicate information and states concerns clearly and professionally.
• Respect the opinion of others and demonstrates a reasonable relationship with employees, supervisors, and others.
• Accept and perform changes in work assignments and/or how work is performed in a timely and effective manner.
• Integrity, ingenuity, and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The principal duties of this class are performed in both a general office environment and in the field in various terrains and weather conditions.
• Light work. Exerts up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up-to 10 lbs. of force frequently.

The City of Nampa has a Drug/Alcohol Free Workplace Policy. Any offer of employment is contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug test and background check.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION STATEMENT:

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. A reasonable accommodation may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO STATEMENT:

The City of Nampa is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.