Senior Public Works Project Manager

City of Corvallis, Oregon; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Corvallis Public Works is seeking a Project Manager to lead all phases of assigned public works projects, including utility and transportation master plans, from inception to completion. Plan, organize, manage staff, and coordinate with City personnel, officials, property owners, consultants and the public to deliver projects on time and within budget.

This is a full-time management exempt position with a 12-month probationary period. Qualifications include a B.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and at least five years of professional experience managing complex public works projects.
• Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Oregon, or eligibility to obtain within 6 months.
• Possession of and the ability to maintain a valid Oregon Driver’s License.
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of assigned Public Works projects, including consultant selection and management, budget development and management, project schedules and work activities, and contract document development and management.
• Lead utility and transportation master planning projects and related fee development.
• Define project scope, stakeholders, and staff involvement; set priorities and develop task lists, time estimates and cost analyses.
• Develop work plans and calendars; organize, implement and evaluate activities to meet goals.
• Monitor performance, ensure QA/QC, and coordinate with City staff and consultants.
• Develop and monitor budgets; review payments and contract changes as needed.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, plans and ordinances for projects.
• Research and write grant applications; administer grant funds and reporting requirements.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and proper public records maintenance.
• Communicate with stakeholders; provide briefings and presentations on key issues.
• Inform managers and City Council on technical and policy issues; maintain progress updates.
• Operate a vehicle in performance of duties.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Budgeting

Contract management

Public speaking

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer license (Oregon) or eligible

Oregon Driver's License

Tools

N/A

Job description

City of Corvallis Public Works is seeking a Project Manager to lead all phases of assigned public works projects, including utility and transportation master plans, from inception to completion. Plan, organize, manage staff, and coordinate with City personnel, officials, property owners, consultants and the public to deliver projects on time and within budget.

This is a full-time management exempt position with a 12-month probationary period. Qualifications include a B.S.