Facilities Project Manager

City of High Point•High Point, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At the City of High Point, we celebrate the creator in everyone. Building on our rich cultural history steeped in industrialism and innovation, our employees seek not only to transform themselves, but the world around us. We are collaborators, we are makers, we are visionaries. We invite you to explore the many opportunities to serve our community, by sharing your talents, skills, and expertise. You'll join a diverse team of over 1300 individuals dedicated not just to making a career, but a difference; because what we create in High Point, changes the world! Manages facilities improvement projects for various departments including new construction, renovations, repairs, and preventative maintenance of building systems of City-owned facilities. Project delivery methods will include bid-build, design-build, construction manager at risk (CMAR), formal and informal bidding processes. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Engineering and Facilities Director.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree in Construction Management or closely related field, with five (5) years of combined experience in facilities construction and/or project management, OR Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or closely related field, with three (3) years of combined experience in facilities construction and/or project management.
Advanced knowledge in building codes, ADA compliance, and building operations including electrical and mechanicals systems, HVAC, boilers, chillers, generators, plumbing, roofing systems, and building envelope components.
Must be able to communicate professionally and effectively and maintain positive working relationships with other employees, officials, agencies, consultants, contractors, and the general public.
Valid driver’s license issued by the State of North Carolina.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or closely related field, with five (5) years of combined experience in facilities construction and/or project management.
Experience with Design-Build and Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) project delivery.
OSHA 30 Certification
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

Responsibilities

Manages multiple projects simultaneously of varying complexities for facilities construction and improvement projects citywide
Collaborates with department heads, engineers, architects, and permitting agencies during design phase
Prepares construction cost estimates of capital improvement projects for budget requests and grant funding applications
Prepares specifications, itemized proposals, and compiles design documents for contract bidding phase
Coordinates with Purchasing Division on contract bid processes and contract execution
Presides over pre-bid conferences, preconstruction conferences, and project progress meetings
Reviews and approves project schedules and budgets
Reviews and approves pay estimates for construction and related contracts
Communicates the status of construction contracts/projects to City Management, department heads, internal and external stakeholders
Performs contract administrative duties for construction projects
Evaluates, negotiates, and processes contract change orders and amendments
Maintains files with all required documentation including material testing, pay records, MWBE/DBE records, etc. to satisfy contract audits for Federal, State and local funding sources
Coordinates work of consulting engineers, architects, and contractors with appropriate staff and operational schedules
Ensures that all work is performed in accordance with OSHA and City Safety Standards and Policies