Engineering Project Manager I-IV

Sitka, City and Borough of•Sitka, AK

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to manage major capital improvement projects associated with planning, design, and construction for a wide variety of municipal projects. Engineering Project Manager I – IV positions provide various levels of contractual compliance, oversight of architectural, engineering, and construction management practices, and technical review of private development permits depending on their level. Under the general supervision of the Municipal Engineer, the Engineering Project Manager I - IV positions exercise independent judgement and discretion based on their experience, licenses, and certifications as a professional with technical expertise to perform the daily tasks and responsibilities within department established policies, procedures, laws, and regulations and consistent with the capital projects contracts and requirements. Engineering Project Managers assist and act in a confidential capacity to the Municipal Engineer, Public Works Director, Municipal Administrator, Assembly, Municipal Attorney, and other department heads who formulates, determines, or effectuates management policies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or related field
One year of professional project management experience
Any equivalent combination of experience, education, and training that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work.
Bachelor’s degree or higher in civil engineering
Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering – Civil exam
Possess Engineer in Training certification
Three years of capital project management experience
Possess a project management professional certification from a recognized, accredited project management organization (like Project Management Institute)
Five years of project management experience as lead manager on municipal projects that include complex environmental permitting and funding compliance typically found on grant-funded projects
Bachelor’s degree or higher in discipline recognized by State of Alaska for purposes of obtaining an Alaska Professional Engineer license
Possess a Professional Engineer license
Two years of relevant work experience after licensure
Bachelor’s degree or higher in discipline recognized by State of Alaska for purposes of obtaining an Alaska Architects license
Possess a Professional Architects license
Seven years of capital project management experience
Ten years of project management experience as lead manager on municipal projects that include complex environmental permitting and funding compliance typically found on grant-funded projects
Possess, or have ability to obtain within 12 months of hire, an Alaska Professional Engineer license
Seven years of professional experience after licensure managing capital projects including performing engineering design and direct supervision of engineers
Possession of a driver’s license issued by the State of Alaska
Employees are expected to acquire and maintain all professional-level licensing and training certifications set forth above

Nice To Haves

Engineering Project Manager I will become more independent in their daily tasks as the employee develops their knowledge, skills, and abilities while on the job and as they progress through the certification process.
Engineering Project Manager I will also take daily direction from senior project managers when assisting with their projects.
Engineering Project Manager II will also take daily direction from senior project managers when assisting on their projects.
Engineering Project Manager III coordinates daily activities for lower-level project managers assisting on their projects.
Engineering Project Manager IV (Senior Engineer ) - Under the direction of the Municipal Engineer, an employee in this position performs all duties and responsibilities associated with managing all levels of project and construction management, signing off on private development permits, and directly supervising Engineering Project Managers I – III and their projects as assigned by the Municipal Engineer.

Responsibilities

Applies contract management, architectural, and engineering principles and practices to all phases of the planning, design, and construction of a wide variety of major capital improvement projects
Performs complex engineering work, such as analyzing, planning, designing, and implementing projects
Plans and directs research and development work, and engages with others in the design and development process
Leads engineering presentations to governing boards and other organizations
Serves as contract administrator or construction coordinator or both on major construction projects
Prepares Gant charts for project scheduling and monitoring status of project
Manages outside consultants, private contractors, and suppliers, including project oversight for adherence to contract specifications
Prepares reports, plans, specifications, and cost estimates for various types of design and construction projects
Prepares various solicitations and contracts for consulting and construction services
Performs and manages necessary construction management oversight, reporting, material testing, and compliance management
Procures and negotiates contracts for professional and construction services
Purchases and expedites materials and equipment purchasing for projects
Coordinates with a variety of outside government and private agencies on projects and permitting
Negotiates and oversees property acquisitions, leases, and easements necessary for projects
Establishes, monitors, and conducts quality control design and bid package reviews and approvals
Coordinates and conducts public meetings at various milestones of a project
Prepares and monitors grants, local assistance programs, and budgets to ensure all terms, conditions, and budget limits are followed
Applies for and manages federal and state permits required on projects
Performs other duties as assigned
Provides daily direction and oversight of work performed by lower-level Engineering Project Managers as assigned by the Municipal Engineer
Manages, trains, and mentors other project managers and engineers
Advises department heads about project-related technologies, engineering and construction techniques, and associated means and methods.
Manages the most complex capital improvement projects
Develops special provisions and specifications for projects
Advises Municipal Engineer, Public Works Director, Municipal Administrator, Municipal Attorney, and other affected department heads about legal or contractual concerns or claims associated with projects
Fills in for Municipal Engineer when absent