Facilities Project Manager

Macomb County•Clinton Township, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under direction, oversees medium to large-size construction, major renovation, and maintenance repair projects. Assists with evaluating, planning, budgeting, presenting, and implementing construction, renovation, utility maintenance, and projected capital improvement projects. Functions as the primary liaison between architects, engineers, construction managers, consultants, and client departments to ensure a smooth completion of assignments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field and three (3) years of experience working in architecture, engineering, or construction management OR High school diploma or GED equivalent and five (5) years of experience working in architecture, engineering, or construction management
Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and operable, insured automobile for authorized travel
Knowledge of Principles and practices of construction project management
Knowledge of Provisions of the zoning laws, building codes, and other State Acts affecting construction
Knowledge of Methods of survey, building design, and construction
Knowledge of Nomenclature and symbols used in engineering, drafting, and design
Knowledge of Technical phases of estimates, contracts, specifications, and reports
Knowledge of Field and office procedures relating to the required architecture, engineering, and construction discipline
Knowledge of Administrative practices related to project management
Skill in Organization and time management
Skill in Assigning, prioritizing, monitoring, and reviewing work assignments
Skill in Using good professional judgment and initiates
Skill in Analyzing information to compile synopsis and reports
Ability to Supervise and direct the work of staff
Ability to Plan, organize, and supervise architectural, engineering, and construction work
Ability to Determine compliance of structures with specifications
Ability to Prepare contracts and specifications
Ability to Organize and evaluate information for special reports
Ability to Utilize project management, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, email, and internet software
Ability to Work in an environment which embraces the county’s Dignity Campaign
Ability to Effectively speak, write, and understand the English language
Ability to Understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions
Ability to Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
Ability to Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
Ability to Work independently

Nice To Haves

Seven (7) years of experience working in architecture, engineering, or construction management
Licensure as a Residential Builder in good standing by the State of Michigan
Effectively speak, write, and understand a language other than English is preferred

Responsibilities

Delivers project management support to various departments during large-scale renovation projects, including furniture planning, staff relocations, and maintenance repairs.
Reviews specifications and obtains quotes for major project-related purchases.
Estimates the total cost of jobs, prepares documents to obtain project funding, and assists in bidding and awarding professional services and contractor contracts.
Meets with County department representatives and outside consultants to discuss proposed modification of County facilities.
Determines work priorities within assigned projects to ensure that the order of work is made according to sound construction principles.
Monitors construction to correct engineering related difficulties and perform engineering reviews necessary to recommend contractor payment requests.
Consults with project staff to coordinate and resolve construction problems.
Performs survey and inspection work relative to County facilities.
Reviews reports from inspection personnel, prepares monthly payment estimates, and prepares change orders when necessary.
Develops and updates project schedules, plans, coordinates schedules, and monitors the work of employees and contractors.
Interprets and evaluates plans, specifications, and project drawings submitted by outside design firms.
Coordinates the inspection of architectural, civil, mechanical, and electrical construction to ensure conformity with department, building, and construction codes and adherence to approved drawings and specifications.
Presents special project requests such as supplementary project funding to enable timely and effective appropriate action.
Coordinates the final inspection of projects, including the negotiation of change orders necessary to ensure that construction results meet County needs.
Utilizes current county-wide or department-specific software to complete assignments.
Operates an automobile to perform assigned job functions.
Performs related duties as assigned.