Project Manager

City of St. Joseph•St. Joseph, MO

29d•$60,091•Hybrid

About The Position

Oversees project and construction management of General Services and other departmental projects throughout the City of Saint Joseph. Work involves administrative and technical assistance to the Chief Project Manager.

Requirements

A minimum of four years of experience in project management and two years of college focusing on civil engineering, construction, or project management.
Valid Driver's License required.
Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of operations, as applied to public works activities and projects within a city environment.
Skill in public relations.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Must develop a general knowledge of the City Code of Ordinances, State and Federal laws and regulations pertaining to general public works operations within six months from the date of employment.
Must pass a drug screening and criminal background check prior to employment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervises, manages, and coordinates projects in the General Services Department. Assists other project management employees with projects and technical specification writing.
Meets with general services staff, public works, and other departments to provide project management. Research data and information as needed.
Collaborates with various local and state governments or agencies, community organizations, and city departments to consolidate resources, enhance productivity, and ensure the desired outcome of assigned projects.
Plans for future projects. Estimates all costs associated with projects, including design, land acquisition, and construction. Prepares and monitors schedules for all projects.
Evaluates, recommends, and negotiates contracts for outside professional services, both engineering and architectural. Reviews work in progress and upon completion and recommends payment.
Conducts trips to the field to inspect construction on city contracts, work by other Public Works divisions, drainage problems, and to handle citizen inquiries and complaints.
Reviews plans submitted by other professionals for sanitary sewers, subdivisions, and stormwater appurtenances. Prepares, maintains, and updates City standards for construction and infrastructure development.
Responds to citizen complaints and questions.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.