Senior Projects Manager - Engineering

City of Fortuna•Fortuna, CA

About The Position

Under general direction from the City Engineer, the Senior Projects Manager completes, organizes, oversees, coordinates, and reviews the work of staff performing complex professional and technical support related to Engineering Division and Public Works Department programs and activities. The position manages grants, special projects, and studies; provides program, budgetary, and workflow support to the City Engineer and Public Works Director; and serves as a liaison with community, public, and regulatory agencies. Other related work may be assigned. This mid-management classification manages public works and engineering projects and staff in the Engineering Division. The work involves significant accountability and decision-making, organizing and overseeing day-to-day activities, and providing professional-level support to Department Directors. Successful performance requires an extensive professional background and the ability to coordinate divisional and programmatic work. The role differs from the Department Director, who has overall responsibility for the Department and for developing, implementing, and interpreting public policy.

Requirements

Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university, with major coursework in environmental sciences, engineering, construction management, or a closely related field.
Six to eight years of increasingly responsible professional-level program or project management experience.
Maintain a valid California Driver’s License throughout employment and participate in the DMV Pull Program.
Be at least 18 years old to drive a City vehicle or use a personal vehicle for City business.
Knowledge of administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation and evaluation, project management, and staff supervision.
Knowledge of budget administration; employee supervision, work planning, assignment, review, evaluation, and staff training.
Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations; contract administration and evaluation; organizational and management practices; and risk management principles.
Knowledge of developments and information related to Division operations, safety, record keeping, modern office practices and computer equipment, relevant computer applications, English usage, and public and customer-service techniques.
Ability to recommend and implement goals, objectives, and practices for effective and efficient services; manage complex projects on time and within budget; and plan, organize, assign, review, and evaluate staff work.
Ability to train staff, improve operations and procedures, research service-delivery methods, and prepare clear reports, correspondence, policies, and procedures.
Ability to analyze and present administrative and technical information; interpret and ensure compliance with policies, laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances; and conduct research and prepare technical staff reports.
Ability to represent the Department and City effectively, establish record-keeping systems, prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines, operate modern office equipment and specialized software, communicate effectively, exercise sound judgment, and maintain effective working relationships.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing public works or engineering projects.
Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Plan, manage, and oversee daily functions, operations, and activities of assigned projects and operations.
Conduct operational studies, collect and analyze data, and recommend changes to assigned programs, policies, and procedures.
Develop and standardize procedures and methods to improve program efficiency and effectiveness; monitor service delivery, workloads, administrative and support systems, and reporting relationships; identify and recommend improvements to the Department Director.
Manage and coordinate the assigned Division’s work plan; identify and resolve problems with staff; assign work, projects, and programs; monitor workflow; and review work products, methods, and procedures.
Evaluate assigned personnel, provide or coordinate training, address deficiencies, and implement discipline and termination procedures.
Prioritize and allocate resources, evaluate service delivery, recommend improvements, and ensure effective service provision.
Develop and review staff reports concerning assigned projects, operations, and services; present reports to the City Council and other commissions, committees, and boards; and conduct public relations and outreach work.
Participate in developing and administering the Division budget and oversee the Division budget.
Provide complex staff assistance to the Department Director and prepare and present staff reports and correspondence.
Attend professional group meetings and keep current with trends and innovations in the assigned field.
Monitor regulatory and technological changes affecting operations and implement policy and procedural changes after approval.
Receive, investigate, and respond professionally to problems and complaints; identify and report findings and take corrective action.
Perform other duties as assigned.