Public Works Project Manager – Engineering & Construction

City of Indianapolis; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Indianapolis is seeking an experienced transportation inspector to apply engineering expertise to critical public works projects. You will plan scoping sessions, evaluate design alternatives, and inspect construction methods to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.

Qualified candidates have a High School Diploma with 3 years in transportation design, construction inspection, or project management, plus knowledge of applicable codes and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with three (3) years’ experience in transportation design, construction inspection, or project management.
• Extensive knowledge of Federal, State, and City codes, policies, and ordinances as they relate to transportation, traffic, storm and/or wastewater management.
• Valid driver's license and ability to interpret plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Plan and scope proposed public improvement projects, including data collection, meetings with residents, community stakeholders, elected officials, and other City agencies during the scoping process.
• Investigate and create design solution alternatives, estimate their cost, and recommend a preferred alternative.
• Inspects construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges, traffic signals, storm, and wastewater projects in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Consults work in progress and resolves all problems to ensure project is successfully completed.
• Trains other DPW employees and serves as the only inspector on a construction project.
• Overseeing construction inspection activities for large and complex projects within the City.

Skills

Communication

Initiative

Decision making

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (preferred)

Job description

The City of Indianapolis is seeking an experienced transportation inspector to apply engineering expertise to critical public works projects. You will plan scoping sessions, evaluate design alternatives, and inspect construction methods to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.

Qualified candidates have a High School Diploma with 3 years in transportation design, construction inspection, or project management, plus knowledge of applicable codes and a valid driver’s license.