Project Manager

City of San Antonio•78205, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction, the Project Manager plans, develops, and implements project communication efforts associated with the Capital Delivery Department’s management of streets and drainage projects. The position manages a team responsible for public and stakeholder communications during project design and construction, and may exercise functional supervision over assigned staff. It is an unclassified, at-will position with no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. The role is based at City Tower, 100 W Houston Street, San Antonio, Texas 78205. Work hours are 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment, with regular project site visits and meetings. The position performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. The posting permits substitution of related full-time experience for higher education, or related higher education for experience, as specified in the applicant information.
Two years of project management experience, subject to the stated education and experience substitution policy.
Knowledge of project management principles, practices, techniques, and methodologies.
Knowledge of organization, administration, and personnel management.
Knowledge of accounting principles and budget development and administration.
Skill in developing project plans and scopes of work.
Skill in using personal computers and a variety of MS Office software applications.
Tact and diplomacy.
Ability to estimate, plan, track, and control costs and provide status reporting.
Ability to plan, execute, and control projects, including establishing realistic estimates and reporting metrics.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to assess and analyze project risks and exposures, identify options and alternatives, make decisions, and implement corrective actions.
Ability to lead a group toward a common goal, build a team atmosphere, and motivate team members.
Ability to prepare detailed technical reports and presentations and to plan and organize projects.
Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.

Nice To Haves

High-level communication skills and experience working with diverse groups, including community members, staff, and key stakeholders.
Experience with public engagement efforts or comparable facilitation and outreach skills.
Strong organizational skills and a proven ability to manage multiple staff members and projects at various stages of development.

Responsibilities

Manage a team responsible for public and stakeholder communications about street and drainage projects during design and construction, ensuring updates are clear, timely, and transparent.
Develop written communications and presentations for routine and critical project updates; manage outreach across platforms and measure communication effectiveness, engagement, and outreach.
Support and coordinate public meetings during the design and construction phases of assigned projects.
Define team roles and responsibilities and ensure project team members have the tools and training to perform effectively.
Coordinate with the project team to update and communicate detailed project schedules and critical timelines.
Provide work direction and leadership to assigned staff, including assigning work, daily supervision, and managing and reviewing communication materials and presentations.
Monitor project progress through regular site visits and project team meetings; keep management informed of changes and ensure changes affecting citizens are communicated promptly.
Assess variances in project traffic control plans and develop and implement changes to communication materials so public information remains consistent, timely, and accurate.
Conduct formal quality assurance reviews of project communication information and data throughout design and construction to ensure compliance with established standards, procedures, and quality objectives.
Provide constructive feedback to the team regarding project performance.
Interview, select, supervise, develop, and, when necessary, counsel personnel according to established City of San Antonio policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Develop and maintain productive working relationships with project sponsors, project team members, and vendors.
Perform related duties and fulfill responsibilities as required.