Project Manager and Owners Representative

Kenai Peninsula Borough•Soldotna, AK

19h

About The Position

Under the general direction and supervision of the Purchasing and Contracting Director, the Capital Projects Administrator performs project management and administration for capital projects. The role applies accepted project management, architectural, and engineering practices to the location, planning, design, materials, and construction of buildings, site improvements, utilities, and other capital projects. The position manages projects from conception through turnover, including scope, schedules, budgets, procurement, contract administration, and construction administration. It also supports client agencies in program development and facility procurement, coordinates with government and private agencies, and may supervise assigned support staff.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in project or construction management, architecture, civil engineering, or a related field, and five years of experience in construction project management, architecture, engineering, or Facilities Management.
The degree requirement may be met with substantially equivalent professional education and training in project or construction management, architecture, engineering, or facilities management, year for year, and a thorough understanding of end-to-end project management and related concepts.
A personal vehicle and valid Alaska driver’s license are required to perform all job functions.

Nice To Haves

Experience with construction management software, computer-aided plans review software, or computer-aided design software.
A PMP or equivalent project management certification.

Responsibilities

Apply project management principles and practices to the planning, programming, design, and construction phases of major and minor capital improvement projects.
Serve as project manager, contract administrator, and/or construction coordinator for capital projects.
Establish and manage project scopes, schedules, and budgets from conception through turnover.
Develop project scoping documents, schedules, and cost estimates.
Evaluate costs, calculate material quantities, and track labor and equipment market rates throughout projects.
Assist the Department Head in establishing and maintaining project budgets and schedules.
For smaller capital projects, conduct field investigations and develop performance specifications, material specifications, and equipment specifications for project scoping and contract documents.
Develop and release Requests for Proposals, Invitations to Bid, and Requests for Quotes.
Negotiate contracts for professional and construction services; purchase and expedite materials and equipment; and coordinate with government and private agencies.
Assist client agencies with program development and facility procurement, including project scope, schedule, and budget development.
Provide construction administration services.
Maintain information-handling and issue-tracking processes for projects.
Assist the Department Head in evaluating and negotiating proposed contract modifications.
Perform construction inspections and review the quality and quantity of materials and methods of placement and removal against plans and specifications.
Report project status and recommendations for resolving issues to the Department Head.
Supervise assigned support staff, if any.
Perform other related duties as assigned.