Surveyors Office - Chief Project Manager

Allen County Indiana•Fort Wayne, IN

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About The Position

Under the direction of the Allen County Surveyor, the Chief Project Manager manages project construction asset management programs and supervises project management staff responsible for Allen County stormwater infrastructure, including roads, bridges, culverts, ditches, drainage control structures, and stormwater systems. The position is not covered (at-will) as defined by the Board of Commissioners of the County of Allen Employee Handbook. The role oversees project planning, design, bidding, construction, and asset management; investigates drainage issues; assigns engineering staff; administers construction contracts and bid processes; and provides technical advice on construction issues. It also supports Allen County Drainage Board meetings, maintains engineering records and GIS databases, represents the Surveyor’s Office at community and watershed meetings, and gathers field data using surveying equipment. The position oversees and reviews the work of three County employees.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
Five years of experience working with site development or heavy construction.
Fundamental understanding of civil engineering technology, particularly road design, stormwater management, agricultural drainage, and properties of soil and materials.
Working knowledge of roadway construction, site development, and construction management and inspection.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of surveying.
Strong computer skills, including the ability to use Microsoft Office, Autodesk Civil 3D, ArcGIS PRO, and other job-related software.
Valid operator’s license to operate County-owned vehicles.
Ability to use surveying equipment, including Total Station, Theodolite, surveying rod, self-leveling pole, surveying chain, and digital measuring device.

Responsibilities

Direct biweekly project manager meetings to ensure critical-path design and scheduling goals are met.
Inspect, supervise, and manage stormwater infrastructure for the Allen County Surveyor’s Office.
Investigate drainage issues throughout Allen County and evaluate solutions through the design, bid, and construction process.
Assign engineering staff to projects related to Allen County’s regulated drain infrastructure.
Prepare plans, specifications, cost estimates, and bid documents for construction bid lettings and quote solicitations.
Respond to contractor inquiries before bids and quotes are received.
Administer construction contracts, including progress pay estimates, intermediate and final change orders, and final quantity payments.
Administer bid openings and quotation processes and prepare bid tabulations.
Recommend contract awards to the Allen County Surveyor and Allen County Drainage Board.
Advise on assessing and resolving issues encountered during construction projects.
Review engineering plans and specifications for constructability, watershed impacts, compliance with standards and permit requirements, and consistency with schedules and budgets.
Assist with preparation and planning for Allen County Drainage Board meetings, including project prioritization, presentations, and public notifications.
Review final construction records for accuracy and completeness.
Maintain the regulated drain and watershed database for Allen County GIS.
Maintain the department’s engineering files and plan archives.
Scan and file project drawings, documents, and records.
Research and preserve Surveyor’s Office historical documents.
Attend community and watershed meetings as a representative of the Allen County Surveyor’s Office and Allen County Drainage Board.
Work with municipalities and constituents to resolve drainage issues.
Serve on the Surveyor’s Office Stormwater Technical Standards Review Committee.
Gather field data using surveying equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.