Capital Projects Manager

Town of Wendell•Wendell, NC

10h

About The Position

An employee in this class performs professional project management work in the day-to-day management of the Town’s Capital Improvement Plan to provide centralized efficiency in the design and construction quality of the Town’s infrastructure. The Capital Projects Manager is responsible for providing independent application of engineering and construction knowledge and reviewing work completed by contracted design professionals. Additionally, the position will work with other Town departments and the Town Manager, as assigned, on cross-functional projects in the design and construction of all the Town’s capital projects. Work is performed under the general supervision of an Assistant Town Manager and is evaluated based on conferences, review of completed work and records, along with observation of demonstrated skills.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of principles, practices, and methods of engineering as applied to the planning, analysis, design, and construction of assigned projects.
Extensive knowledge of project management, contract management, and construction management practices and principles.
Thorough knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, standards, and codes related to the design of public streets, infrastructure, structures, and stormwater drainage systems, and the techniques and materials used to construct the public infrastructure.
Thorough knowledge of project management and public financing, contracting, and budgeting related to public projects, facilities, and infrastructure.
Ability to use or provide oversight for the use of CADD and/or GIS software to perform, plan, and conduct infrastructure mapping using modern technology and the ability to adapt processes as technologies advance.
Ability to prepare comprehensive and concise technical reports, to make effective public presentations, and to communicate professionally.
Ability to interpret and prepare detailed records and reports.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with Town officials, other public officials, employees, consultants, contractors and the general public.
Ability to present ideas effectively in oral and written form.
Ability to perform work quickly and accurately.
Ability to organize projects and information, along with managing workload and schedule.
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in civil engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related field, and considerable related experience, preferably in the delivery of various vertical and horizontal construction projects typically delivered by local governments; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in state or local government is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage capital projects from concept through completion, including planning, budgeting, design, bidding, permitting, construction, and close-out.
Provides consultation, project management and coordination of stakeholders and resources, which may include consultant selection process, project scoping, contract negotiation, design oversight, budget and schedule monitoring, and funding, and project close-out.
Oversee and administer capital projects and operational contracts, including bid and contract administration, construction oversight, coordination of permitting, document reviews and facilitation of progress meetings.
Serves as the Town's subject matter expert on capital project management practices; advises the Town Manager and senior leadership on CIP program performance, project delivery methods, and opportunities for improvement; and participates in town-wide committees or working groups related to capital project prioritization, procurement, and program oversight.
Provides status reporting regarding project milestones, deliverables, risks, and unforeseen issues that could impact the overall project schedule.
Prepare presentations, reports, and updates for the Town Manager, Town Board, and community stakeholders.
Lead role with the enforcement of Town policies and safety standards pertaining to the construction of capital projects.
Performs research, identifies, and resolves issues.
Prepare requests for qualifications (RFQ) and requests for proposals (RFP) for capital projects.
Administers construction and consultant contracts; provides recommendations for payment requests, change orders, and other administrative oversight.
Participates in the development of the Town’s Capital Improvement Plan.
Assists with project scoping and capital project budget development.
Researches and identifies federal, state, and other grant funding opportunities applicable to the Town's capital improvement priorities; prepares and submits grant applications in coordination with the Finance Department and other departments as needed.
Prepares Town Board agenda items and presentations as needed.
Manages all aspects of multiple related projects to ensure the overall program is aligned with and directly supports the achievement of strategic objectives.
Works creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment, demonstrating teamwork, innovation, and excellence.
Utilizes a cross-departmental team approach for project management to ensure all parties are informed.
Facilitates stakeholder reviews and permit applications for the Town’s capital projects.
Facilitate group discussions with Town departments and consultants to build consensus through persuasive reasoning.
Performs other duties as assigned.