Civil Project Manager

Position Description:

• Perform management duties related to planning, design and construction of municipal infrastructure projects including, but not limited to local highway, potable water, sewerage and stormwater management systems.
• Concentration of duties will be on Municipal sector projects but may also include higher education and private site development projects.
• Work under the direction of Principal Engineers on complex projects requiring independent study and responsible judgment.  There will be regular contact with clients and outside agencies to manage project tasks, schedules and budgets and to achieve project objectives.  

Reports To:

• Principal Engineers in the Engineering Department with occasional supervision and guidance.

Relationship to Others:

• Key management professional for the Engineering Staff.

Responsibilities:

• Prepares proposals for individual project or term contracts with clients.
• Develops and maintains project schedules and objectives by understanding project scopes and client requirements, estimating staffing needs, sequencing project tasks and conferring with Principal Engineers.
• Prepares or reviews technical narratives for engineering reports and studies including opinions of probable project cost.
• Presents engineering reports to clients and public.
• Reviews site development and subdivision applications including SWPPPs and Environmental Assessment forms submitted to Municipalities.
• Analyzes surveys, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography, and other topographical or geologic data in the course of project planning.
• Performs CAD drafting, designs in Civil3D, performs administrative tasks and field reconnaissance associated with individual projects.
• Performs or reviews calculations for project designs.
• Prepares design and bidding documents, including technical specifications and project manuals.
• Reviews and evaluates bids from contractors.
• Coordinates construction administration phase tasks with Engineering staff and Construction Administrators to review and evaluation of shop drawings and product submittals, monitor progress, and ensure conformance to design drawings, specifications and industry standards.
• Collaborates with staff, legal counsel and fiscal advisors.
• Maintains project documents, organizes files and assists Administrative Staff with document production.
• Interacts with municipal bodies and permitting agencies.

Authority/Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate work by Civil Engineers, Construction Administrators and Engineering Technicians assigned to a project.