Project Manager - Transportation Engineering Services

City of Fort Wayne•Fort Wayne, IN

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Help manage the traffic signals, street lighting, signs, and infrastructure projects that keep Fort Wayne moving safely and efficiently. You'll support Transportation Engineering projects from planning through construction and inspection. This position works with City departments, contractors, engineers, INDOT, and other agencies to coordinate projects, review plans and permits, maintain infrastructure, and respond to community concerns.

Requirements

BS in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited Civil Engineering Program and two (2) years of related Project Manager experience, or BS in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Engineering Technology or completion of an equivalent course of study and four (4) years of related Project Manager experience, or AS in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or Construction Engineering Technology or completion of an equivalent course of study and eight (8) years of related Project Manager experience, or Twelve (12) years of progressively responsible public works related engineering design experience.
Transportation construction and maintenance
Construction drawings, project specifications, inspections, and cost estimates
City ordinances related to traffic, right-of-way, and permitting
Project and asset management systems, including PMIS and Accela
Microsoft Office and database/accounting software
Ability to analyze data, identify problems, and develop practical solutions
Strong ability to work with contractors, engineers, government agencies, City employees, and the public

Responsibilities

Manages larger, more complicated Civil projects to include but not limited to Consultant designed projects
Develops project plans that include design, estimate, schedule, and special provisions and prepares documents for advertising, bidding, and award.
Ensures contract compliance with these documents
Conducts pre-bid and pre-construction meetings with contractor and other effected agencies
Maintains on-call status in case of public emergencies
Requests purchase and work orders for funding of street projects
Manages material records and quantities constructed for invoice verification and payment
Authorizes contractor payments, approves change orders, and prepares final project documentation
Develops right-of-way engineering plans and assists with right-of-way documents
Maintains knowledge of Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), American Association of Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) rules and regulations and acts as the Cities liaison for state and federally funded Transportation projects
Interacts with the public, City officials and outside agencies with patience, tact, respect, and professionalism regarding requests or complaints etc.