Senior Project Manager (Planning & Development

Chicago Park District•Chicago, IL

About The Position

Under general direction, responsible for every aspect of projects from analysis and design through completion. Is fully accountable for the success of projects as measured by user satisfaction, meeting budget and schedule requirements, fostering team spirit and motivation and preventing and resolving conflicts. Provides design implementation, technical and professional support and finance management. Performs related duties as required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, landscape architecture, civil engineering or similar area of concentration.
Seven to nine years of Architecture, Landscape Architecture or Civil Engineering project management experience or equivalent experience in a similar area of concentration.
Valid Illinois Driver’s License.
Knowledge of the management principles, practices, and processes in a variety of settings and the ability to apply this knowledge to the development of innovative solutions to problems in the design and implementation process.
Extensive professional knowledge of the principles and practices of architecture, landscape architecture or civil engineering; enabling the integration of diverse technical requirements into projects.
Knowledge of computer methods and techniques.
Demonstrated ability to successfully manage the design and implementation process for large and complex multi-disciplinary projects within demanding time and cost constraints.
Demonstrated ability to manage project budget in design and implementation.
Ability to identify risks and implement proactive mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex project schedules and multiple project phases.
Comprehensive understanding of project delivery gained through documented education and/or experience.
Ability to perform multiple tasks concurrently.
Ability to detail, to perform within deadlines, to maintain confidentiality and to manage multiple and various stakeholders.
Demonstrated leadership and mentoring skills. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and as part of a design team, coordinate design and planning projects, and develop concise reports.
Strong writing skills; ability to draft staff reports and/or memos.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and Adobe Suite.
Ten or more years of Architecture, Landscape Architecture or Civil Engineering project management experience or equivalent experience in a similar area of concentration.
Professional Licensure in appropriate field.

Responsibilities

Manages the design and implementation of large and complex projects.
Manages and coordinates all aspects of projects from inception through completion.
Provides professional management in all areas including administration, planning, scheduling and staff coordination.
Assembles project teams consisting of employees, consultants, vendors and/or contractors from various professions and professional support areas. Issues and evaluates RFPs for professional consultants.
Defines team roles and responsibilities. Supervises and directs team members.
Coordinates and oversees concurrent projects involving a number of teams.
Serves as project liaison to public, CPD Board, staff, executives, consultants, vendors and contractors.
Identifies project conflicts and issues and negotiates resolutions.
Assures budget, schedule, scope, standards and quality are defined and remains within requirements.
Works with team to ensure compliance with federal, state and local code requirements.
Evaluates performance of consultants and vendors.
Manages the design process including review of design for completeness, coordination of departments, fulfillment of design objectives and adherence to all CPD guidelines and regulatory agency requirements.
Performs field inspections.
Reviews, negotiates and submits requests for additional services and payment applications.
Solicits bids and conducts pre-bid meetings.
Reviews bid and submit recommendation for award.
Oversees the procurement of all required permits.
Oversees the timely completion of the project including close out procedures.
Maintains complete and current project files, correspondence and documents.

Benefits

Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
13-20 days of paid vacation time annually (13 days in first year of employment).
12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year.
4 paid personal days per year.
13 paid holidays per year.
12 weeks of paid parental leave (upon meeting FMLA eligibility).
Pension plan through the Park Employees' and Retirement Board Employees' Annuity and Benefit Fund, a system covered by the State of Illinois' Reciprocal Act.
Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan.
Optional pre-tax programs – Transit
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.
Free Admission to most Chicago museums.