Senior Project Manager - Capital Construction

City of Aurora

1d•$91,042 - $113,802•Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Team as a Senior Project Manager We are seeking a dedicated professional to lead our most impactful street infrastructure and capital construction projects. You will serve as a coordinator for complex contracts while ensuring the long-term preservation of our city's roadways. This role offers the opportunity to oversee a variety of rehabilitation programs from initial planning through final field monitoring. Your expertise in pavement management data and structural surveys will directly influence the safety and quality of our public right-of-way. We value collaborative leaders who can effectively manage budgets and provide technical recommendations to the City Council and management. You will also research innovative technologies to advance our maintenance strategies. The Public Works Department fosters a culture of professional growth where your contributions shape the future of our local community. We look forward to seeing how your experience and passion for public works can enhance our city. The hiring range for this role is $91,042 - $113,802 annually. Salary to be commensurate with experience. The deadline for submitting applications is Sunday, April 26, 2026. Please note that the City of Aurora will conduct ongoing application screenings on a first-come, first-served basis. As soon as we determine that we have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice. The hiring range for this role is: Salary to be commensurate with experience. Position overview. The Capital Projects Senior Construction/Project Manager prepares, manages and coordinates multiple and complex construction contracts for capital projects related to street infrastructure rehabilitation and preservation.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or other closely related field
At least 3 years progressively responsible experience in infrastructure analysis or inspection work related to asphalt and concrete construction
Knowledge of inspection and coordination work
Material associated with asphalt and Portland cement concrete infrastructure
City standards and specifications
Computer operation and related software applications
Budget and finance management
Strong interpersonal skills
Skill in general computer use and related software including Microsoft Excel, Word, and ESRI ArcGIS.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, contractors, vendors, and citizens
Obtain and report on precise data
Read and interpret blueprints and specifications
Perform complex mathematical computations
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Supportive team player with a positive attitude and ability to adapt to change
Strong commitment to safety
Colorado Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

PMP Certification
PE Certification

Responsibilities

Coordinates and manages construction contracts for major street rehabilitation projects including street overlay and concrete rehabilitation and preservation programs
Oversees all or a portion of contracted capital projects
Coordinates and manages street preservation and maintenance contracts including chip seal, slurry seal, crack seal and concrete street preservation
Reviews and approves progress payments for capital project construction project contracts and represents the Street Division at meetings with contractors, other departments within the city and other outside agencies
Prepares reports on construction activities and coordinates with other divisions and other agencies on infrastructure rehabilitation and preservation projects
Coordinates the work of employees in the collection of pavement condition data
Reviews and analyzes pavement condition data and recommends appropriate rehabilitation and preservation strategies and organizes and prepares program contracts
Coordinates collection and maintenance of various types of roadway infrastructure condition data required for the pavement management system including surface distress surveys and structural surveys
Performs research and analysis of infrastructure condition data on public rights-of-way throughout Aurora
Maintains computerized record keeping system of pavement data
Prepares construction contract documents including plans, drawings, specifications and estimates
Prepares recommendation s for contract awards
Prepares and monitors program budget, including expenditures
Manages maintenance contracts through field monitoring and quantity calculations
Coordinates placement, maintenance and programming of portable variable message boards
Coordinates maintenance of road weather information system and automated vehicle location system including equipment installation and testing
Researches funding alternatives and new technologies for street maintenance
Research and development of alternative pavement designs for both asphalt and concrete
Prepares drafts of responses for management and council
Produces reports and maintains records using pavement management software, spreadsheet and database software
Investigates and resolves citizen requests; coordinates and manages contracted snow removal efforts
Supervises assigned employees
Performs additional duties as assigned

Benefits

Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
Diverse community
Competitive total compensation package
Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
Light rail station minutes away
On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs
Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
Access to innovation workspaces
Rewarding public sector work impacting a large and diverse community
Growing city and employee population
Competitive total compensation package
Rich benefits package with low employee costs
Generous paid leave program
100% funded Employee and Family Care Leave Program
Retirement pension plan and 457b plans available
Subsidized recreation center pass, on-site fitness centers and wellness programs
Continued education and career advancement opportunities