Project Manager - Parks and Recreation (PKR Dept., Unclassified Position)
About The Position
The Project Manager oversees, coordinates, and manages logistics for City-approved Parks and Recreation contracts and projects. The role coordinates with project architects on HVAC, electrical, and plumbing projects, permitting, and scheduling to support efficient project delivery. It manages project scope, development, schedules, consultant selection, contract documents, contracts, budgets, and coordination across project design, bidding, and construction phases. The position also addresses internal requests and challenges involving HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire alarm systems in Parks and Recreation facilities, and supports energy efficiency measures aligned with the Dallas Comprehensive Environmental & Climate Action Plan (CECAP).
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or Construction Management.
- Five or more years of experience in project management, parks and recreation, or an engineering/construction management-related field.
- Two or more years of project management responsibilities.
- Texas Driver's License.
- Knowledge of City parks and recreation goals and objectives.
- Knowledge of parks and recreation planning and contract development.
- Knowledge of project management and coordination.
- Knowledge of budget development and implementation.
- Ability to interpret and apply contract specifications.
- Ability to work with technical and construction staff to implement project goals.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Responsibilities
- Manage project scope and development, schedules, consultant selection, and contract documents.
- Develop and manage contracts, consulting with managers, vendors, and contractors.
- Coordinate project design, bidding, and construction phases.
- Ensure plans and specifications comply with City standards.
- Manage and facilitate Parks and Recreation HVAC, electrical, and plumbing projects and activities; monitor construction and installation, support internal staff, and manage project scope and completion.
- Track implementation of Parks and Recreation Job Order Contract contracts, provide initial project approval, monitor schedules, manage budgets, and work with project architects and engineers to resolve field issues.
- Learn and implement processes and procedures that support Parks and Recreation goals, and participate in professional development and program management.
- Manage, monitor, and plan Job Order Contract project budgets and help determine whether contract requirements are met.
- Process internal requests concerning HVAC, electrical, and plumbing issues caused by weather, obsolete equipment, or system failures.
- Provide timelines for solutions to obsolete or failed HVAC, electrical, and plumbing equipment in Parks and Recreation facilities.
- Participate in HVAC, electrical, and plumbing design to support energy efficiency and help reduce the City's carbon footprint in line with CECAP mandates.
- Provide direction to staff involved in Parks and Recreation projects and initiatives.
- Process internal requests concerning fire alarm systems.
- Perform other work as needed or assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits
- Growth opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
