Design and Construction Manager
Design and Construction Manager
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Hello wereMetro!Metro is dedicated to shaping a better future for the greater Portland region. The work the people of Metro do every day benefits the lives of the people who live here today and tomorrow.
If you are passionate about leading impactful projects in a dynamic environment we encourage you to apply!
The Oregon Zoo is seeking a Capital Projects Design and Construction Manager to lead the design and construction management of zoo capital projects funded by the 2024 General Obligation Bond. These projects will encompass a wide range of areas including public spaces animal care facilities aquatic and terrestrial animal habitats life support systems integration with existing control systems and ADA improvements.
In this role you will work independently while reporting to the Director of Campus Planning and Development. You will be responsible for overseeing the successful of these projects ensuring they meet quality standards budget and timelines while aligning with the zoos mission and goals.
Join us in shaping meaningful and engaging experiences at the Oregon Zoo!
As the Design and Construction Manager youwill:
- Supervise and support two Construction Project Manager II and one Construction Project Manager I ensuring effective resource management and timely of plans.
- Administer and manage the bond capital projects; establish maintain and oversee processes for the project planning and design implementation and closeout phases.
- Develop and implement policies procedures and performance standards to assure efficient and effective management of projects.
- Assist other bond team members in establishing and maintaining consistent project management and control tools.
- Establish and manage project planning and design processes with consultants zoo staff and stakeholders; establishes monitors and maintains project scopes schedules and budgets.
- Develop and implement project budgets; monitors and summarizes project expenditures including consultant work inhouse work interpretive graphics City fees and all other costs.
- Forecast cash flow for project expenditures; reviews and recommends expenditure approval.
- Develop materials and procures design services. Ensures the processes and supporting documents follow established Metro Code policies and procedures.
- Manage procurement and construction contracts. Coordinates the contract bid review and award processes. Ensures federal state and local contract requirements are met and that contracts meet project goals.
- Manage construction contracts for changes and adherence to defined scope schedule and budget of work due to scope change unknown conditions or errors/ omissions processes appropriate changes to contracts per administrative approval.
- Communicate about project budget schedule and scope via reports and meeting minutes.
- Provide regular information and updates to zoo staff directors stakeholders project team members and Metro including Capital Project Management Plans.
- Ensure prioritization of project safety; verifies adherence to safety protocols.
- Obtain or coordinates City of Portland environmental land use and building permits.
- Effectively facilitates design and construction meetings with staff unions and contractors to build a cohesive collaborative and innovative team that moves the project forward identifies next steps and who is doing that work and moves the group from discussion to decisionmaking.
Attributes for success:
- Understanding of Federal State and local laws codes and regulations that affect and impact work.
- Understanding of methods practices and procedures used in the construction maintenance and remodeling of capital and construction projects.
- Understanding of concrete forming finish and special applications.
- Understanding of multistory commercial construction.
- Understanding of architectural design principles practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of using CAD and project management software.
- Ability to read and interpret schematics CAD blueprints and architectural drawings.
- Ability to analyze information and use logic to resolve issues and problems.
- Ability to prioritize and multitask; be organized and flexible to change course of work/projects as circumstances dictate.
- Ability to organize and conduct research projects and business activities.
- Ability to prepare and present business and research information in an efficient and effective manner.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with all persons contacted in the course of work.
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
At Metro we striveto cultivate diversity advance equity and practice inclusion in all of its work. This means attracting and empowering a workforce that is inclusive of a broad range of human qualities. Workplace diversity is both a moral imperative and a business strength essential to providing quality support and services to our region. Metros goal is to hire develop and retain highly skilled and talented individuals across all departments and programs who best reflect the diversity of our community.
Learn more about Metros Diversity Action Plan
TO QUALIFY
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience volunteering education and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific in your application materials on how your background is relevant.
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering Construction Management Public Administration OR related field.
- Five 5 years leading or supervising people; AND
- Two 2 years of project management experience in design and construction; OR
- Any combination of education professional volunteer and lived experience that provides the necessary knowledge skills and abilities to perform the classification duties and responsibilities.
Required Qualification:
A current and valid drivers license issues in current state of residence and ability to obtain Oregon Drivers license at time of hire.
Working Conditions:
This position will require you to work primarily on site at the Oregon Zoo in an office environment.
If this statement is true for you then you may be ineligible to applyIf you were terminated for cause during any employment with Metro or resigned in lieu of termination you may be ineligible for rehire for a minimum of 3 years.
Like to have qualifications:
You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However keep in mind we may consider them when identifying the most qualified candidates. Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education work experience including the military or life experience that are relevant for this position.
- Previous experience with live animal habitat construction life support systems and animal care facilities.
- Masters degree inCivil Engineering Construction Management Public Administration or related field.
- Seven 7 years or more of experiencein design and construction supervision or project management of highbudget and/or highrisk projects.
- Previous experience managing in a Union environment.
- Previous experience working in a Government Organization.
- Sustainable building certification.
SCREENING AND EVALUATION
The application packet: The application packet consists of the following required documents. Please ensure that you upload these documents in your online sure your application is complete missing any part of these items will result in anincomplete application and will not be moved forward in the recruitment.
- A completed application
- A completed cover letter addressing why you are interested in this position and how your experience aligns with the qualifications.
- A list of 34 applicable projects with the following information:
- Client
- Project scope/description
- Your role
- Budget: under on or over budget and reasons why
- Project delivery: early ontime or late and reasons why
- Four 4 current references with one of them being your current or most recent supervisor/manager. References will not be called until the final candidate has been selected and you will be notified prior to any contact
The selection process:We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows. The selection process is subject to change.
- Initial review of minimum qualifications
- Indepth evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates
- Consideration of top candidates/interviews
- Testing/assessments (if applicable)
- Reference check
- Background driving records check for finalist candidate (if applicable)
COMPENSATION BENEFITS AND REPRESENTATON
The fullsalary range for this position is step 1 $127534.84 to step 6 $162795.64.However unless a candidates qualifications justify based on theOregon Pay Equity Act requirementsand Metros internal equity review process the appointment will likely be made between Step 1 $127534.84 to the equity range Step 4 $147661.15.
This position is not eligible for overtimeand isnonrepresented.It is classified as aManager II.
Classification descriptions are typically written broadly and do not include the specific duties and responsibilities of the positions.View the classification description.
Questions
Talent Acquisition Specialist:Kara Hill
Additional Information
Equal employment opportunity
All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age marital status familial status gender identity and expression sexual orientation disability for which a reasonable accommodation can be made or any other status protected by law.
Accommodation
Metro will gladly provide a reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter outlined in the job announcement in advance to request assistance.
Veterans preference
Under Oregon Law qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans preference when applying for Metro positions. If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veterans preference for this job please provide qualifying documents as instructed during the application process.
Hybrid Telework
Positions designated as hybrid telework meaning you will have the option to work away from the office although there may be times that coming into the office will be required. The designation of Hybrid Telework may be subject to change at a future time. All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; Metro cannot support ongoing telework from other locations.
Pay equity at Metro
No matter who you are or where you work at Metro you deserve to be paid fairly for the work you do.Every worker must get equal pay for equal work regardless of your gender race age or other protected characteristics.Metrohas established processes and conducts routine pay equity reviews as part of the hiring process to ensure compliance with the 2017 Oregon Pay Equity Act.
Online applications
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
