Job Description

Posting number: ENG

Department: ENGINEERING

Division: ENGINEERING ADMINISTRATION

Job classification: ENGINEERING PROJECT MANAGER

Posting type: Open

Categories: Engineering

Summary

Hiring Range: $3,443.23 - $4,217.96 Bi-weekly

Full Range: $3,443.23 - $4,992.69 Bi-weekly

This posting may close at any time once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Join the City of Allen—a vibrant community of over 100,000 residents where strong economic growth, excellent schools, and an exceptional quality of life make it a great place to live, work, and play.

Our mission is simple: “To achieve excellence in managing community development and city services, continually enhancing the quality of life and public confidence.”

At the City of Allen, our employees bring the PRIDE values to life:

• People First – Prioritizing others
• Respect – Treating everyone with courtesy and dignity
• Integrity – Serving with honesty and trust
• Deliver – Following through and exceeding expectations
• Excel – Driving innovation and continuous improvement

We do Work that MATTERS! Join a team that serves our community and makes a real impact every day. Learn more about the City of Allen at allentx.gov.

Under limited supervision, manages and coordinates capital improvement projects with internal and external sources, with an emphasis on facility renovation and construction. This is accomplished by reviewing design drawings, managing project activities and administering contracts from procurement through completion on projects of varying complexity (i.e. minor refurbishment through ground-up construction). Other duties may include supervising contractors, coordinating financial planning and budgeting activities, assisting with government administration and interfacing with citizens, other City employees, and stakeholders.

Examples of duties

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Reviews design drawings for capital improvement projects by evaluating and commenting on plans and specifications, while identifying and addressing problems with new construction projects and existing infrastructure.
• Manages capital improvement projects by reviewing construction specifications and contracts, establishing and maintaining contracts, evaluating and processing proposed change orders and pay requests, working with contractors regarding requests for information and field adjustments, enforcing schedules and conformance to contract documents and serving as the liaison between the contractor and the City, and mediating construction and operational impacts of customers.
• Communicates with internal and external customers by addressing questions and problems concerning capital improvement projects and existing infrastructure and responding to inquiries on current and future construction projects.
• Administers design and construction activities by working with consulting firms, utility companies and stakeholders to create workable solutions for the design and construction of facilities, making decisions on facility development and preparing reports, cost estimates, and schedules for development.
• Manages financial planning and budgeting activities by coordinating routine project maintenance tasks such as processing purchase orders, funding transfers and budget increases, approving and preparing pay requests for contractors and overseeing budget adjustments.
• Represents the Engineering Department on capital projects by preparing and/or presenting City Council communications and attending public meetings as needed; serves as the liaison between City departments for capital improvement projects.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. Education and experience that provide the necessary knowledge and skills may also be considered, but a typical way to qualify is by obtaining:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering or Construction Management or a related field and four (4) years of relevant experience in building construction, civil construction, or construction related project management.

Special Requirements

• Must possess a valid Texas Class C driver’s license.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Licensed Architect preferred.
• Must have the ability to obtain Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) certification.

Hours/Work Schedule

• This is a full-time non-exempt position with benefits.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Federal, State, and City laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Municipal budgetary policies, requirements, and procedures.

• Civil engineering concepts, practices, and procedures related to construction of facilities.
• Engineering construction terminology, design, and specifications.
• Construction materials and supply specifications and standards.
• Construction inspection and investigation practices and procedures.
• Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment.
• Establishing and maintaining working relationships with elected officials, professional and support staff, vendors, the public, and City employees.
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
• Reading and interpreting engineering documents, including schematics and blueprints.
• Providing outstanding customer service and conflict resolution.
• Operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of business software.
• Understanding and interpreting complex laws, rules, regulations, policies, and guidelines.
• Creating, preparing, writing, and proofing reports, documents, and correspondence.
• Working effectively in a high-pressure environment with changing priorities.
• Effectively communicating in both oral and written format.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Standard office environment.
• Ability to work in the field, outdoors, in extreme weather conditions, and around mechanical, electrical, fire, and respiratory hazards.
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Ability to reach, push, pull, lift, carry, bend, twist, and climb.
• Ability to operate city or personal vehicle for business purposes.

Supplemental information

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the City of Allen and employee and may be revised by the employer as needed.

The City of Allen is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, or military status in employment or in the provision of services.

The City of Allen participates in the federal e-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.