Project Manager (Construction Project Manager)
About The Position
Ramsey County is seeking a Construction Project Manager to oversee building projects from pre-construction to final delivery. This role will manage projects including tenant improvements, capital asset replacements, and new construction, from initial programming through the solicitation process and move-in or commissioning. The position will also assist in the development of workplace and construction standards. The Construction Project Manager will be responsible for all aspects of project management, including establishing and administering project scope, budgets, timelines, and coordinating project activities, and performing related duties as assigned. This position is identified as 'flex work eligible', allowing employees to opt for full-time in-office work or a flex schedule with at least two days per week in the office and other days performed remotely. Regardless of the chosen schedule, the position carries expectations for on-site responsibilities and requires schedule flexibility beyond the county's standard flexible workplace policy.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or in a field related to area assigned.
- Five years of experience in project management in the area assigned.
- Equivalent combination of education and related experience.
- Certification by the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) for authorized access to areas where the Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) is accessed or CJIS information is stored is required after hire and the ability to maintain this certification every year.
- Fingerprinting required by the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) and the FBI.
Nice To Haves
- None explicitly mentioned.
Responsibilities
- Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and timelines.
- Coordinate project activities for the duration of a project.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Manage existing legal agreements.
- Estimate costs and manage project budgets.
- Efficiently allocate resources.
- Provide communication to internal and external stakeholders, including regular project updates and managing stakeholders’ expectations.
- Prepare Request for Proposals for professional services related to the preparation of plans and specifications.
- Provide input into negotiations and purchase processes.
- Evaluate bids and make recommendations for contract awards.
- Administer contracts.
- Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
- Manage dispute resolutions.
- Ensure all project deliverables meet project timelines.
- Develop quality control standards and processes.
- Assist in development of workplace and construction standards.
Benefits
- Flexible workplace options (full-time in-office or hybrid remote/in-office).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
