Strategic Infrastructure & Capital Projects Lead

City of Grain Valley; Grain Valley (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Grain Valley seeks an experienced Infrastructure and Capital Projects Manager to oversee public infrastructure and capital programs. You will coordinate planning, budgeting, bidding, and construction with City departments, contractors, and the engineering firm to deliver projects on schedule.

Responsibilities include managing reviews, permits, and contract administration, ensuring quality and regulatory compliance, and leading staff and consultants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of five years in a related field required.
• Any combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate projects from planning through construction, including schedules, budgets, cost estimates, bidding, contracts, inspections, and closeout. Prepare and update the five-year Capital Improvement Plan and coordinate the annual street maintenance program.
• Coordinate review of plans, specifications, stormwater and traffic reports, and proposed public improvements for compliance with City requirements. Coordinate permits, utility reviews, impact fee assessments, and resolution of technical issues.
• Prepare or coordinate bid documents, evaluate proposals, recommend contract awards, and administer construction contracts, including amendments, pay estimates, change orders, and requests for information
• Coordinate inspections of City projects, development improvements, rights-of-way, and stormwater facilities. Work with City staff, consultants, and contractors to address deficiencies and maintain construction and safety standards
• Oversee MS4 permit compliance and reporting, and work with government agencies and utilities on project approvals, permitting, and infrastructure matters
• Supervise the Engineering Inspector/Technician, oversee assigned work of the City’s engineering services firm, and support other departments with infrastructure and engineering matters
• Communicate with stakeholders: Serve as a point of contact for developers, contractors, agencies, and residents. Respond to infrastructure and drainage concerns, prepare recommendations and reports, and attend Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Aldermen meetings as needed

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Communication

Public engagement

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

GIS

Project management software

Job description

The City of Grain Valley seeks an experienced Infrastructure and Capital Projects Manager to oversee public infrastructure and capital programs. You will coordinate planning, budgeting, bidding, and construction with City departments, contractors, and the engineering firm to deliver projects on schedule.

Responsibilities include managing reviews, permits, and contract administration, ensuring quality and regulatory compliance, and leading staff and consultants.