Facilities Project Manager - (Capital Renewal Projects)

Travis County•Austin, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Travis County’s Facilities Management Department is seeking a Facilities Project Manager to oversee multiple yearly approved deferred maintenance and capital renewal projects for existing facilities, totaling approximately $40 million per fiscal year. This role involves overseeing existing facilities assessments and 20-year forecasting. The position is assigned as the project manager for facility improvements and construction projects, leveraging a technical background and serving as a technical expert. The Project Manager may also lead teams of multi-disciplinary professionals in the design of facility improvement projects and act as the key County contact for the oversight and acceptance of work from contractors and consultants. A strong understanding of safety procedures and ensuring work is performed accordingly is essential. This classification is distinguished by the scope of project work, requiring a license as a Registered Architect (R.A.) or Professional Engineer (P.E.) and additional experience. A flexible work schedule may be required to meet departmental needs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering
Three (3) years of directly related, increasingly responsible professional architectural or engineering planning, design or construction experience as a licensed Registered Architect (R.A.) or Professional Engineer (P.E.)
One (1) year of lead, management or project management experience.
Licensed to practice as a Registered Architect (R.A.) or Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Texas issued by the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners or Texas Board of Professional Engineers.
If licensed in another state, must acquire license reciprocity in the State of Texas within six (6) months of date of hire.
Valid Texas Driver's License.
Must pass a criminal background check for CJIS clearance.
Applicants are required to successfully pass the background investigation, including fingerprint clearance.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of principles and practices of all other professional building construction disciplines.
Knowledge of mathematical and statistical methods as used in engineering and planning.
Knowledge of supervisory principles, practices and techniques.
Knowledge of Federal, State, Local and County applicable laws, rules, regulations, permits, licenses, practices, standards, policies and procedures.
Knowledge of recent developments and current literature regarding the practices of architecture and engineering.
Knowledge of methods, practices and techniques of inspections, compliance and enforcement.
Knowledge of computer-aided drafting and design (CAD) methods and techniques.
Knowledge of computer equipment, including word processing, presentations, spreadsheets, databases, graphics, project scheduling and management, and related engineering applications.
Knowledge of business letter writing, grammar and punctuation, and report preparation.
Skill in planning and directing a variety of facility-related projects.
Skill in analyzing complex data and reports.
Skill in applying principles and practices used in engineering and architecture.
Skill in contract management and project budgeting.
Skill in explaining complicated technical problems in simple non-technical language.
Skill in problem-solving and technical decision-making for developing effective solutions.
Skill in both verbal and written communication.
Ability to plan and prioritize programs, projects and activities.
Ability to perform complex engineering studies, analysis and design.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions.
Ability to manage time well, perform multiple tasks and organize diverse activities.
Ability to plan, assign, supervise, train and review the work of professional and technical subordinates.
Ability to interpret plans, specifications, standards, policies, procedures and regulatory codes.
Ability to respond to inquiries from customers, regulatory agencies and members of the professional community.
Ability to perform in a stressful environment while maintaining a professional manner.
Ability to make appropriate and effective public presentations.
Ability to continue professional growth through continuing education.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County employees and officials, other professionals, contractors, representatives of outside agencies, and the general public.

Responsibilities

Oversees facility design and construction services for County departments.
Provides recommendations on facility projects.
Oversees development of project master plans and implementation of those plans through reviews, cost estimates and construction.
Plans, designs and writes specifications for construction projects.
Prepares bid documents and works with other County departments to procure professional services and construction contracts.
Reviews bids and recommends contract award for construction projects.
Ensures that professional consultants provide appropriate services related to program and scope requirements of design projects.
Ensures that vendors and contractors comply with plans and specifications of the construction contract.
Supervises the inspection of construction in progress and of existing systems in cooperation with relevant contractual and governmental agencies.
Establishes project priorities and sets schedules for timely completion of construction projects.
Analyzes and responds to inquiries, comments and complaints from County officials, staff and the public.
Works closely with officials, department heads, and County staff to establish procedures for the monitoring of contract compliance issues.
Represents the County in community meetings, seminars, conferences and professional associations.
Maintains current knowledge of professional practice and renewal of professional license through continuing education program activities.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.