Infrastructure and Capital Projects Manager

City of Grain Valley•711 S Main St Grain Valley, MO

About The Position

The Infrastructure and Capital Projects Manager oversees the City’s public infrastructure and capital projects, coordinating planning and construction with City departments, contractors, the public, and the City’s engineering services firm. The position manages capital project delivery from planning through construction, including schedules, budgets, cost estimates, bidding, contracts, inspections, and closeout. It also prepares and updates the five-year Capital Improvement Plan and coordinates the annual street maintenance program. The manager oversees engineering and development review in partnership with the City’s engineering services firm, including review of plans, specifications, stormwater and traffic reports, and proposed public improvements for compliance with City requirements. The role coordinates permits, utility reviews, impact fee assessments, and resolution of technical issues; administers bids and construction contracts; and coordinates inspections and construction quality and compliance. The position oversees MS4 permit compliance and reporting and works with government agencies and utilities on project approvals, permitting, and infrastructure matters. It supervises the Engineering Inspector/Technician, oversees assigned work of the City’s engineering services firm, and supports other departments on infrastructure and engineering matters. The manager also serves as a point of contact for developers, contractors, agencies, and residents, responds to infrastructure and drainage concerns, prepares recommendations and reports, and attends Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Aldermen meetings as needed. The position works primarily in an office environment, with some fieldwork. A background check and pre-employment drug screen are conducted before appointment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum of five years in a related field.
A valid driver’s license.
Knowledge of municipal infrastructure, capital project delivery, construction practices, and engineering principles related to streets, water, sewer, stormwater, and traffic.
Knowledge of plan review, inspections, cost estimating, bidding, contract administration, impact fees, and applicable codes, permits, and construction standards.
Knowledge of project planning, budgeting, regulatory compliance, and MS4 permit requirements.
Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, schedules, and budgets while maintaining quality and regulatory compliance.
Ability to coordinate and evaluate the work of consultants, contractors, and staff; identify issues; and develop practical recommendations.
Ability to review technical plans and reports, communicate needed corrections, and coordinate inspections and approvals with the City’s engineering services firm.
Ability to interpret applicable policies, ordinances, contracts, and regulations and make sound decisions within the position’s authority.
Ability to explain technical matters clearly in meetings, written reports, and conversations with staff, elected officials, developers, and residents.
Ability to respond professionally to concerns, resolve conflicts, meet deadlines, and travel to project sites.
Skills in project coordination, problem-solving, stakeholder communication, preparing reports and recommendations, preparing bid materials and project correspondence, and reviewing and administering contracts and project-related agreements.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including sitting for prolonged periods and communicating effectively and reviewing written materials, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Public Administration, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
Three years of supervisory experience.
Knowledge of GIS, project management software, and other tools used to organize and communicate project information.

Responsibilities

Manage capital projects and infrastructure programs from planning through construction, including schedules, budgets, cost estimates, bidding, contracts, inspections, and closeout.
Prepare and update the five-year Capital Improvement Plan and coordinate the annual street maintenance program.
Coordinate engineering and development review with the City’s engineering services firm, including review of plans, specifications, stormwater and traffic reports, and proposed public improvements for compliance with City requirements.
Coordinate permits, utility reviews, impact fee assessments, and resolution of technical issues.
Prepare or coordinate bid documents, evaluate proposals, recommend contract awards, and administer construction contracts, including amendments, pay estimates, change orders, and requests for information.
Coordinate inspections of City projects, development improvements, rights-of-way, and stormwater facilities.
Work with City staff, consultants, and contractors to address deficiencies and maintain construction and safety standards.
Oversee MS4 permit compliance and reporting, and work with government agencies and utilities on project approvals, permitting, and infrastructure matters.
Supervise the Engineering Inspector/Technician and oversee assigned work of the City’s engineering services firm.
Support other departments with infrastructure and engineering matters.
Serve as a point of contact for developers, contractors, agencies, and residents; respond to infrastructure and drainage concerns; and prepare recommendations and reports.
Attend Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Aldermen meetings as needed.