Stormwater Program Project Manager, DPW

Town of Barnstable; Hyannis (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Barnstable's Department of Public Works—Administration and Engineering Division is seeking a civil engineer to lead stormwater and horizontal construction projects, oversee planning, budgeting, and MS4 permitting, and coordinate complex municipal programs across multiple departments.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering with 5+ years of relevant experience, an FE exam certificate, and be licensed as a MA professional engineer preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and 5+ years of stormwater/horizontal construction project experience.
• FE exam certificate; MA PE license preferred.
• Class D driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage stormwater and horizontal construction projects.
• Oversee the Town’s MS4 program and stormwater permitting compliance.
• Prepare budgets, cost analyses, and grant administration for large projects.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Coordinate with departments and external stakeholders on design and construction.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Budgeting

Cost analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

FE exam certificate

Massachusetts PE license preferred

Class D driver's license

Tools

CAD

GIS

MS Office

Job description

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Department: Department of Public Works- Administration and Engineering Division

Provides highly professional, supervisory, administrative, and technical work in developing, budgeting, planning, managing, and executing various projects within the DPW. Projects could include but are not limited to stormwater management and drainage projects, horizontal projects (water, sewer, roads, recreational areas, etc.), vertical projects (buildings and structures), marine infrastructure, and solid waste management. Responsible for managing and administering the Town’s MS4 program, stormwater management permitting program, and overseeing illicit discharge compliance. May be required to design, develop, and stamp, engineering drawings and specifications. Performs all other related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering and more than five (5) years of progressively responsible experience managing stormwater programs and/or horizontal construction projects; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Some supervisory experience preferred.

Class D drivers license required.

Holder of a Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam certificate required. Licensed as a professional civil engineer in the state of Massachusetts preferred.

Additional Qualifications:

Technical and professional knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering and of the materials, methods and techniques of stormwater impact analysis, remediation, and public works construction. Technical knowledge and experience in design, construction, inspection, and environmental compliance problems commonly encountered in municipal engineering activities. Knowledge of the environmental rules and regulations governing stormwater, water quality, and environmental resource management. Knowledge of Massachusetts procurement laws, contract administration and project management. Knowledge of capital planning. Working knowledge of computer applications related to engineering functions.

Proven ability to design, manage, and plan large-scale complex projects. Ability to interpret and follow engineering and architectural plans. Ability to develop and effectively manage large construction budgets. Ability to conduct cost analyses, value engineering and cost management for large-scale construction projects. Ability to prepare comprehensive reports. Ability to prepare and administer grants. Demonstrated ability to meet and deal appropriately and effectively with a large variety of people. Demonstrated ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of subordinates; and to evaluate their performance. Ability to manage projects independently, as well as in a close-knit, team environment.

Strong communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills for communicating complex, technical projects or issues. Strong organizational, planning, and project management skills. Proficiency in the use of computers including word processing, spreadsheets, database, Outlook, Teams/Zoom, PowerPoint, GIS, CAD, and engineering design software. Team oriented attitude.