Associate Project Manager/Project Manager

Project Manager/Associate Project Manager

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager/Associate Project Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing complex engineering projects, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. With over $200 million in projects and more on the way, we are adding staff to our team of incredible and dedicated Engineering professionals. This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Duties

Associate Project Manager I/II (Yearly Salary: $53,854 - $75,346 DOQ)

• Resolves project conflicts and prepares appropriate design specifications. Prepares cost estimates, negotiates contracts and change orders. Provides coordination between City, consultants and contractors.
• Conducts quality assurance observations on projects.
• Reviews construction documents including design proposals, RFQs, etc. to ensure compliance with City codes, regulations, and ordinances.
• Administers contracts and monitors project progress. Reviews and recommends payment of contractor's and consultant's invoices. Participates in A&E Meetings, Pre-Bids, Bid Openings, and Pre-Construction meetings. Processes Requests for Information, and Cost Proposal.
• Coordinates and communicates with citizens, developers, consultants and other governmental agencies. Participates in the planning and construction of public infrastructure and in the development of the CIP. Coordinates with Project Utility Companies (Electrical, Gas, Fiber optic, Cable, etc.)
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Project Manager (Yearly Salary: $66,699 - $83,374 DOQ)

• Project Initiation: Researches and provides project documents during the project planning phase such as existing facility and utility plans and existing conditions. Develops and creates the initial project scope documents requirements with end users and develops a rough order of magnitude budget and schedule. Prepares RFQs, reviews design proposals and contracts, plans/construction documents including, ensuring compliance with City codes, regulations, and ordinances.
• Project Planning: Assures the project plans, and specifications meet requirements. Reviews and resolves project conflicts. Prepares cost estimates, negotiates contracts and amendments. Develops project schedule including design, bidding and construction phases. Provides coordination between City, consultants and contractors to deliver the project. Participates in the planning and construction of public infrastructure and in the development of the City's Capital Improvement Program.
• Project Execution: Administers contracts and monitors project progress, including corrections to maintain scope, schedule and project budget. Reviews and recommends payment of contractor's and consultant's invoices. Participates in A&E Meetings, Pre-Bids, Bid Openings, and Pre-Construction meetings. Processes Requests for Information, Submittal reviews when necessary and Cost Proposal requests as needed.
• Monitoring the Project: Conducts quality assurance during design and construction including review of project scope, and field observations on projects. Oversees contracts related to quality assurance such as professional services related to materials testing, testing and balancing and equipment commissioning.
• Stakeholder and Communications Management: Coordinates and communicates with citizens, developers, consultants and other governmental agencies during the design and construction phases of projects. Coordinates project plans and required utility relocations with private utility companies (Electrical, Gas, Fiber optic, Cable, etc.)
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or institution in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field OR an equivalent combination of education, experience, certification and/or licenses sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
• Valid State of Texas Driver's License with acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver's license within 90 days).

Additional Requirements:

• Associate Project Manager II: Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification. Two or more years experience in professional level Civil Engineering design or project management related roles.
• Project Manager: Three years experience in a professional level related role. Professional Engineer (PE) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Preferred:

• Municipal engineering experience.
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems.
• CADD and/or GIS experience.
• Experience in Microsoft Project and/or equivalent software programs.
• Knowledge of transportation, utility and building facility construction.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT), Professional Engineer (PE) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of engineering practices and principles, construction techniques, and governmental agency's codes and regulations. Knowledge of building design; surveying; map and plan reading; project management; and contract administration. Knowledge of computers and project management software programs. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to negotiate contract change orders. Effective public relations and customer service skills. Ability to plan, organize, assign, and coordinate the activities of the division. Ability to analyze information, develop courses of action, and make recommendations. Ability to get along appropriately with co-workers and the public.

Here at the City of Baytown, in recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you bring. We strive to provide a workplace where differences are honored, with a workforce that reflects the diversity of the people we serve. Attendance is an essential function of this position. The City reserves the right to require an employee in this position to work more than 40 hours a week. This position provides services or performs duties for the benefit of the general public during emergency situations. These may include services or duties different from those performed in the usual course and scope of your job. In the event of an evacuation, the incumbent in this position may be required to remain to perform needed services. Overall Position Strength Demands: Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Benefits

To promote health and wellness, we provide a comprehensive benefits program (listed below) to meet the needs of you and your family. Our goal is to help you live and work well 365 days a year.

Medical

• United Healthcare
• Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
• Annual Deductible (Network) $750 Indiv/$2,250 Family
• In-Network Benefit 80%/20% after plan deductible
• $50 co-pay (general visit)
• RX - $10 Generic/$40 Formulary/$75 Non-Formulary
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and Dependent Care expenses
• FREE virtual visits

Dental

• Cigna Dental PPO & DHMO
• Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
• Preventative & diagnostic covered at 100%
• Annual Deductible: $50/Indiv (Cigna PPO) - No annual deductible for Cigna DHMO

Vision

• Superior Vision
• Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
• In-Network exam co-pay $10 & $25 materials co-pay
• Frames: $140 Allowance - Contact Lenses: $160 Allowance

Holistic Health & Wellness

• Employee Wellness Center offering FREE primary care medical treatment for employees & dependents on the Medical plan
• FREE access to gyms, Shipt, and Walmart+ through our employee medical insurance
• Gym partnership with Lee College Wellness Center & swimming pool for $58/year
• Employee Assistance Program providing employees and their household family members up to 8 FREE counseling sessions per issue per year, legal and financial assistance, will generator tools, and more!
• Sick Leave Pool providing participants