Parks Construction Project Supervisor

City of Boulder•Boulder, CO

10d•$83,616 - $121,118

About The Position

Under limited supervision, directs, coordinates, and manages all phases of improvement and maintenance projects involving new construction and renovations for city parks. The role includes field work, technical expertise, project planning, consultant and vendor coordination and contracting, problem solving, project management, cost estimating, budget tracking, and construction oversight and administration. The supervisor acts as a liaison with contractors, assigned staff, the public, engineers, architects, public utilities, consultants, and multiple city departments. The position supervises Parks Construction staff and works directly with Planners and Landscape Architects to provide construction-related services needed to complete projects. This is a full-time, salaried position with 40 scheduled weekly hours. The hiring range is generally from the minimum up to 80% of the full pay range of $83,616.00–$121,118.40. The application deadline is November 10, 2026.

Requirements

Ability to read and understand plans, technical specifications, and general conditions.
Ability to supervise and lead field technicians, contractors, and service providers.
General knowledge of contract administration, civil engineering, earthwork, irrigation, drainage systems, plant installation, building and mechanical systems, masonry, carpentry, and welding.
Knowledge and experience with design and engineering principles, practices, procedures, materials, and equipment applicable to new construction and park renovations.
Knowledge and use of computers and comfort with software applications, including drafting software and applications that manage schedules and asset databases.
Skill in leading construction projects, managing construction processes and procedures, and coordinating consultants and contractors.
Maintain acceptable background information, including criminal conviction history.
Bachelor’s degree in construction management or a related field.
At least five years of on-the-job experience demonstrating construction-related skills, including site preparation, demolition, grading, installation of basic utilities, irrigation systems, sidewalks, trails, playgrounds, structures, and landscaping.
Hold and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of and familiarity with surveying, masonry, carpentry, paving (asphalt, concrete, and crusher fines), swimming pool construction, and playground construction.
Advanced degree in a related field, Professional Engineer license, or Class C Contractors license.
Eight or more years of experience with park, greenway, or similar project construction.
LEED Accredited Professional designation and/or City of Boulder Green Points contractor certification.
Experience with resource conservation practices in building and landscape construction, including energy, materials, and water conservation.
Experience and skill leading municipal or public agency construction projects.
Experience with Microsoft Office and asset management software.
Hold and maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License, Class B.

Responsibilities

Assist Landscape Architects, Planners, and Senior Project Managers with implementing designs for projects ranging from major Capital Improvement Projects to minor renovations.
Monitor conditions and events in and around city parks to anticipate construction needs and repairs.
Collaborate with Landscape Architects, Planners, and Senior Project Managers to perform and manage construction work in accordance with city policies.
Coordinate and supervise the Parks Construction workgroup.
Manage employee performance, including goal setting, coaching, feedback, and evaluation; hire and train new employees.
Develop and verify quality standards, and serve as the Owner’s Representative for final project acceptance.
Coordinate project scope, work plans, resource allocation, schedules, and budgets; develop project cost estimates for approval.
Prepare application and submittal materials for Planning & Development Services review and obtain permits needed to complete projects.
Review consultant-produced formal bid documents for constructability and assist with or support review of contractor bids, RFPs, and RFQs.
Prepare change-order documentation and project correspondence, including as-built drawings.
Coordinate design and engineering services such as surveying, testing, and field engineering; contract, schedule, and review project testing and documentation.
Coordinate projects with affected employees and departments, communicating impacts, project status, and significant challenges.
Develop maintenance standards for recently constructed projects and hand them off to Park Operations staff two years after substantial completion is documented.
Manage on-site construction among contractors and in-house construction staff, and conduct pre-construction and post-construction meetings.
Monitor construction contracts by documenting progress, proposing solutions to construction problems, and maintaining project records.
Monitor safety processes to protect the public, staff, and contractors.
Assist with prioritization and management of the Asset Management Program.
Identify personnel, material, and equipment needs and estimate costs; manage supply, equipment, and contracted-service orders, purchases, and inventories.
Manage workgroup fleet and equipment and assign them to staff.
Implement city and departmental goals and policies; comply with policies, training and development requirements, attendance and attire policies, and applicable collective bargaining agreements and management policies.
Communicate professionally, work effectively on formal and informal teams, share and receive information, cooperate across groups, support group decisions, clarify responsibilities and objectives, monitor progress and results, and use time effectively.