Project Manager III

Santa Fe County•Santa Fe, NM

12h

About The Position

Serves as a project manager providing oversight of project management staff, engineering support, and analytical expertise for planning, programming, design, construction, and acceptance of County infrastructure and capital assets. Ensures complex projects meet goals, objectives, contract requirements, timelines, budgets, schedules, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations and permitting requirements. Acts as Santa Fe County’s lead on joint projects with other entities through memoranda of understanding and Joint Powers Agreements. Depending on project size and complexity, projects may concern vertical facilities, open space, utilities, or roads. The role manages projects from concept through completion, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, forecasting, reporting, procurement, funding coordination, contract oversight, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder communication. It also provides technical support in project development and planning, supports and trains subordinate staff, and serves as a liaison among County departments, partner organizations, contractors, consultants, elected officials, and the public.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Planning, Facility Development, Facility Operations, Facility Management, Project Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
Seven years of experience relevant to the essential job functions.
Knowledge of construction practices, building codes, ADA and OSHA regulations, and project management, including planning, budgeting, and scheduling.
Ability to compile, analyze, and interpret data; communicate clearly verbally and in writing; prepare legible reports; and interact effectively with others.
Ability to present complex information orally, graphically, and in writing to diverse audiences in public hearings, community meetings, and other public settings.
Skill with AutoCAD, GPS, and GIS.
Skill in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and project management software.
Ability to work productively in a team environment with staff, consultants, and partner organizations.
Skill in analyzing problems, projecting consequences, identifying solutions, and implementing recommendations.
Selected candidate must pass a County-paid pre-employment physical and drug/alcohol screening.
Selected candidate must pass a County-paid criminal background screening.
Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Class D Driver’s License.

Nice To Haves

PMP certification.

Responsibilities

Plan, budget, schedule, forecast, and report on projects from conceptual development through completion.
Ensure projects follow project plans, specifications, contract documents, applicable codes and regulations, and industry best practices.
Work with staff and groups to define project objectives, scopes of work, schedules, and budgets for requests for proposals; prepare RFPs or invitations for bids and develop contract negotiation criteria.
Manage and review project development, establish project budgets, and participate on proposal evaluation committees as needed.
Coordinate environmental, cultural, and archaeological aspects of assigned projects as required.
Identify and coordinate funding from grants, bonds, legislative appropriations, and Board of County Commissioners allocations; ensure contract and budget requirements align and track expenditures and material quantities.
Review contractor payment submittals and recommend payments based on contract and budget requirements.
Coordinate task schedules with staff, divisions, and contractors; monitor progress and manage activities to ensure timely completion.
Review contractor submittals for contract compliance and recommend changes or approvals.
Oversee external consultants and contractors; review, evaluate, or approve deliverables, submittals, change directives, change order requests, project alternatives, engineering programs, and related products.
Prepare detailed progress reports covering problems, solutions, milestones, financial projections, and other analyses.
Provide project status updates through reports or presentations to County staff, supervisors, the Board of County Commissioners, the public, and others as appropriate.
Oversee regulatory compliance for division operations, stay current on applicable regulations, advise operations staff, and maintain required permits, regulatory submissions, and renewals.
Schedule and facilitate project meetings from design through executive phases.
Review or coordinate inspections to ensure work complies with codes, regulations, specifications, and project plans.
Provide technical assistance in project development and planning management; participate in applicant interviews and provide training and support to subordinate staff.
Respond to difficult or sensitive inquiries and complaints from County staff, the Board of County Commissioners, and the public.
Serve as the primary project liaison with County departments and offices, the Board of County Commissioners, the using agency, and other parties to ensure comprehensive communication.
Perform other duties as directed or assigned.