Parks Project Manager

City of Sammamish•Sammamish, WA

17h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Parks Project Manager performs professional planning, design, and construction project management for the city’s parks, facilities, and capital projects. The role participates in long-range planning for parks, facilities, open spaces, and trails and collaborates with consultants. It leads projects that shape parks, trails, and open spaces, coordinating with project teams, citizen groups, department staff, contractors, and the public to deliver projects within approved budgets and applicable requirements. The position manages project schedules, design development, consultant and construction procurement, contracts, budgets, construction oversight, permits, environmental reviews, grants, public involvement, and project closeout. It also contributes to the Parks Capital Improvement Plan and Park Planning Budget, reviews development proposals, and represents the department and city at public meetings and events. The position may supervise Park Planners and Park Planning Interns. Work includes attending evening and/or weekend meetings and events as organizational responsibilities or requirements dictate. The position uses a hybrid work schedule, and employees must be Washington State residents.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture, urban planning, construction management, or a related field, supplemented by five years of experience in parks and landscape project planning and construction management or closely related work; alternatively, an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience.
Must be a resident of Washington State.
May be required to possess and maintain a valid Washington State Driver License and the ability to drive a city-owned vehicle under established policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
Knowledge of architectural design and landscape construction concepts and methods as applied to parks and capital improvement projects, and of sustainable and environmental design process requirements.
Knowledge of current research, trends, products, technology, and developments in public-sector landscape architecture, open-space planning, and/or construction management.
Knowledge of laws, regulations, and codes applicable to design, permitting, and construction of public projects.
Knowledge of project management principles, standards, and best practices.
Knowledge of environmental engineering related to grades, drainage, and ground stabilization.
Knowledge of current design technologies and drafting software.
Skill in Microsoft Office Suite and applicable department or organization software, with the ability to learn specialized software and online meeting platforms.
Ability to communicate clearly and understand information in English, orally and in writing, using professional composition, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Ability to handle assignments responsively and flexibly, prioritize work, and complete assignments accurately and on time.
Ability to maintain a customer-service orientation and positive public image, communicate courteously and professionally, and adhere to confidentiality requirements.
Ability to implement systems for monitoring budgets, tracking expenses, and generating fiscal reports.
Ability to provide general and technical information effectively to diverse audiences, in person and by phone.
Ability to attend work regularly and arrive punctually for the designated schedule, including when working remotely under an approved hybrid schedule.

Nice To Haves

Previous work experience in a governmental organization.
Experience with SketchUp and ArcView GIS.
Licensed Landscape Architect designation.

Responsibilities

Develop and monitor planning, design, and construction schedules with project teams, citizen groups, and department staff, and help develop project designs within approved budgets.
Plan and design projects; conduct research; evaluate plans and data; and prepare recommendations or alternatives concerning design amenities, programs, issues, or policies.
Coordinate consultant selection, negotiate rates and terms, and prepare contracts and agreements.
Coordinate construction contract awards under department and city guidelines and Washington State bid procurement procedures; administer consultant agreements and monitor work plans and performance.
Coordinate contractors, community organizations, property owners affected by construction, and park users during construction.
Oversee construction for compliance with plans, specifications, applicable laws, and approved budgets.
Manage project budgets, authorize payments to contractors, consultants, and vendors, and prepare and process change orders.
Coordinate project closeout, budget reconciliation, and evaluation.
Coordinate public involvement; represent the department at meetings, hearings, and planning committees; and present materials and information to the public, committees, and media.
Prepare or oversee permit and environmental review documents, including SEPA checklists and technical reports.
Prepare and administer grant applications, including technical project information, preliminary budgets, presentations, and graphic attachments.
Review development proposals for compliance with Parks, Recreation, and long-range planning documents.
Assist with preparing the Parks Capital Improvement Plan and Park Planning Budget.
Present to Council, Boards and Commissions, and other public meetings, and represent the city at meetings and events.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.
May supervise Park Planners and Park Planning Interns.
Perform other duties as assigned.