Project Manager - Hale County, AL (56834)
About The Position
This is administrative and technical work in directing and supervising the assigned project operation. Work involves the responsibility for directing all phases of municipal public works, including Fleet Maintenance, Building & Grounds Maintenance, Litter Control, Project Inventory, Water Distribution. The Project Manager exercises supervision over a number of unskilled, semi-skilled, skilled and supervisory maintenance and construction employees. The employee is responsible for the preparation and monitoring of the project budget; the preparation, implementation of and adherence to procedures; and project personnel functions. Responsibilities also include establishing and maintaining appropriate work relationships with municipal officials, peers and subordinates, State and local organizations, and with the general public.
Requirements
- Knowledge in municipal public works such as planning, design, maintenance, and construction.
- Knowledge in principles of budget preparation and expenditure control.
- Knowledge in applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations pertaining to public works and utility functions.
- Knowledge in Principles of Effective Management Skills.
- Ability to analyze, evaluate, and implement municipal public works and utility programs/projects.
- Strong communication skills.
- Knowledge in safe work practices.
- Ability to plan, organize and direct the work of public works and utility personnel.
- Ability to analyze organizational and administrative problems, recommend alternative courses of action, and provide leadership to others in implementing such actions.
- Ability to prepare and create clear and comprehensive written reports.
- Experience in evaluating and training staff.
Nice To Haves
- 15 years’ experience in water utility operations (specifically water leak repairs, water meter reading, water distribution operations, drinking water treatment, fleet maintenance, inventory control)
- 10 years’ experience at a supervisory and/or Manager level
- Must have at least an ADEM Grade 2 Water Operator certification
- Knowledge of work hazards, safety procedures, and traffic laws relating to equipment and machinery required to perform utility Maintenance.
- Ability to read and interpret work orders and plans
- Able to organize, coordinate and manage the daily operations of significant project
- Able to communicate well both verbally and in writing
- Able to be on call after hours
Responsibilities
- Exercises considerable judgement in determining work assignment priorities in use of equipment and use of manpower; modifies methods, procedures and priorities to meet changing conditions and determines materials equipment needed to complete jobs.
- Schedules, reviews and may participate in the work of mechanics engaged in maintenance and repair of all municipal gasoline and diesel driven vehicles including specialized equipment. Maintains records of serviced vehicles and/or equipment as well as the daily implementation of the preventive maintenance program. Responsible for the requisition of parts and supplies used in repair of equipment and maintains adequate inventory of necessary parts.
- Ensures that work is conducted in compliance with safety standards and regulations
- Reviews work of subordinates and crews and progress performance with constructions, timeliness and safety
- Continuously inspects work in progress with performance to plan and instructions
- Maintains strong relationships with the city officials, employees, contractors, the general public, and representatives of other agencies.
- Performs other related duties as directed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
