Public Works Project Manager I
Public Works Project Manager I
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Job Description
Nature of Position
- This is a fulltime benefited position regularly scheduled to work a 4day 36hour schedule (typically Monday Thursday).The PositionUnder general direction is responsible for overall management coordination and administration of municipal public works projects and related services activities and functions including midscale public works and capital improvements projects; performs other related work as required.
The Vacancy
The City of Alameda Public Works Department is responsible for the maintenance and capital renewal of the Citys public infrastructure. The Project Manager I will be responsible for a variety of projects some in the capital improvement program and others serving the maintenance division. This position will play a pivotal role in the Citys sidewalk program managing multiple contracts working with property owners and tracking work in the Citys work order system. This position will also manage contracted maintenance services related to the Citys sewer and storm system. The Project Manager will prepare solicitations for services and construction review project plans and specifications take projects out to bid draft City Council reports manage project budgets and oversee implementation of the contracted work.
The CommunityKnown as the City of Homes and Beaches Alameda is a 10.6 square mile urban island city with a population of approximately 78000 and located in the middle of beautiful San Francisco Bay. With easy access to all of the amenities of the Bay Area Alameda is seven miles east of San Francisco and adjacent to the City of Oakland. The City of Alamedas mission is to support the maintenance of a community where people can live work and play in a sustainable urban environment that is safe vibrant and aesthetically pleasing. Alameda is committed to the organizational core values of innovation integrity professionalism flexibility and responsiveness. The City provides a broad range of services including police and fire protection; construction and maintenance of streets parks storm drains and other infrastructure; an electric municipal utility; recreational and cultural activities; and general government and administrative support services. Alameda continues to make multimodal infrastructure investments in the community through land development projects ongoing maintenance and its capital improvement program.
Public Works DepartmentThe City of Alameda Public Works Department is the steward of Alamedas public infrastructure responsible for its design construction and maintenance. The Departments Five Year Strategic Plan organizes the departments work into four key focus areas: Resilient Workforce Sustainable Funding Reliable Infrastructure and Effective Service Delivery. It is the vision of the agency to become the best trained most talented and efficient public works department in the entire Bay Area. Come and join our dynamic team to be an integral part of this vision!Benefits of EmploymentFor a comprehensive list of benefits see the Benefit MatrixHERE.- Fourday 36hour work week (typically Monday through Thursday)
- CalPERSRetirement:Classic Members: 2% at 55 formula 8.868% contribution; New Members 2% @ 62 formula 8.75% contribution.
- Medical:The City contracts with CalPERS to provide comprehensive health coverage to employees. Multiple HMO and PPO plans available with a generous City contribution towards medical premiums.
- Dental:Comprehensive dental coverage provided to employees and their eligibledependents.
- Vacation:Starting with 75 hours annually and increasing with years of service.
- Management Incentive Leave:27 hours of management leave per fiscal year.
- Holidays:11 City Holidays
- Floating Holidays:3.5 days
- Sick Leave:90 hours annually; unused sick leave is converted to service credit at retirement.
Distinguishing Features
Work in this class is characterized by fiscal and operational management of municipal public works projects including direct responsibility for simple or routine projects. It is distinguished from that of higher and lower classes by the level of responsibility degree of difficulty independent thought and action required to manage simple or routine projects and programs and by the extent and level of related supervisory managerial and/or administrative responsibilities. The scope and nature of specific projects determines the level of project management required. Responsibilities may vary according to work assignments.
Examples of Duties
- Plans organizes manages directs and participates in the work of municipal public works and capital improvement projects including the development procurement successful implementation and quality control of each project from inception to completion.
- Prepares longrange plans in coordination with other City departments divisions and other public agencies; develops policies and procedures for establishing costs schedule controls and coordinating activities.
- Prepares requests for proposals and related documents negotiates and administers contracts with project participants and service providers; supervises and coordinates the work of consultants and contractors; resolves conflicts in a timely manner satisfying project needs the designers concepts and in keeping with budgetary constraints and established schedules.
- Coordinates activities with other City departments including planning and building services finance legal and Alameda Municipal Power.
- Analyses proposed and current project management regulations and develops recommendations for implementation compliance.
- Prepares reviews and presents various reports resolutions and studies including City Council staff reports and project status reports.
- Provides and may coordinate staff and technical assistance to the City Council and to various boards commissions or committees.
- Serves as liaison to various agencies community or professional groups property owners and residents; develops and conducts public participation processes.
- Prepares and administers project budgets; prepares cost forecasts variances and critical paths including project closeout procedures.
- Develops and maintains master project schedules and identifies and resolves potential conflicts.
- Administers various public works services programs and activities as assigned.
- Develops goals objectives procedures and standards; determines priorities staff assignments and work methods; confers with and advises staff on administrative policies procedures and technical problems.
- Participates in departmental budget preparation and administration.
- May supervise train and evaluate assigned staff.
Employment Standards
Education/Experience
Any combination equivalent to education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education:
Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with major course work in public or business administration planning engineering architecture construction management or a related field.
Experience:
Two years of responsible professional project management experience.
Knowledge
Knowledge of public administration and municipal public works project management principles and practices; design and construction principles methods materials and equipment; planning and building procedures including plan and specification review and construction and inspection procedures; project budget preparation and administration; contract negotiation and implementation; applicable laws and regulations; technical legal and financial problems commonly involved in the conduct of municipal public works projects and programs. Knowledge of facility planning architecture design engineering and construction is required to administer simple or routine public works and capital improvement projects.
Ability
Ability to effectively manage coordinate and administer assigned public works project management projects and related activities functions and services; manage multiple simple or routine projects simultaneously; plan coordinate and direct assigned staff activities projects and programs; demonstrate effective leadership and gain consensus and support; develop and implement goals objectives policies procedures work standards and internal controls; review and analyze complex and technical information; draw valid conclusions and project consequences of decisions and recommendations; interpret and apply relevant federal state and local laws and regulations; interpret and explain complex governmental regulations policies and procedures; establish and maintain accurate records; plan administer and evaluate work programs and schedules; prepare concise and comprehensive studies and reports; set priorities meet deadlines and make sound decisions; maintain level of knowledge required for satisfactory job performance; communicate effectively; act with resourcefulness courtesy and initiative; establish and maintain effective working relationships with business partners City officials business and community groups employees other departments divisions and agencies and the general public; and supervise train and evaluate assigned staff.
Other Requirements
Selected positions may require possession of a valid California Drivers License and satisfactory driving record as a condition of initial and continued employment.
Additional relevant licensing or certification may be required based upon project needs or requirements.SELECTION PROCESS:The examination process may include an application and supplemental questionnaire evaluation a written exam a performance exam and/or an oral interview. The examination process may test for but is not limited to the essential knowledge and abilities listed in the job specification and announcement and will be designed to provide a comprehensive review of each candidates technical knowledge and overall suitability for the position. Qualified applicants will be notified of the exact date time and location of examinations approximately two weeks in advance. If applicants have not received written notice at least one week prior to the test date listed in the flyer they should contact the City of Alameda Human Resources Department at (510).Candidates passing all components of the examination process will be placed on an Eligible List. A list of names is certified to the department(s) having vacancies based on the type of examination conducted pursuant to the provision of the Citys Civil Service Rules. Final selection will be made from the Eligible List by the Department Head subject to approval by the City Manager. The Department Head may utilize additional selection procedures to make a final hiring decision. Placement on an Eligible List does not guarantee employment. Prior to appointment a thorough reference check will be conducted which may include a credit check and background. The selection process may be evaluated and revised based on the number of qualified applicants. Federal law requires that prior to employment you must furnish proof of your identity and eligibility for employment in the United States as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.EVERIFY:The City of Alameda utilizes the Federal governments EVerify program and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization which includes showing a valid United States Social Security card at the time of hire (photocopies not accepted).
VETERANS PREFERENCE CREDIT:A job applicant qualifies as a veteran if honorably discharged from active military reservist or National Guard duty of at least 18 consecutive months within the past five (5) years of the date of application. In case of discharge attributable to serviceconnected injuries or illnesses the 18 months active duty requirement need not be fulfilled. An applicant claiming veterans preference credit must attach to their application a legible copy of their DD214 verifying the type of discharge and date(s) of active service. NO OTHER DOCUMENTATION WILL BE ACCEPTED.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:The City of Alameda is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race religion color national origin sex sexual orientation age veteran status disability status or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. In compliance with local state and federal laws and regulations the City of Alameda will employ and promote qualified individuals without regard to disability. The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must do so no later than the final filing date for receipt of applications otherwise it may not be possible to arrange accommodations for the selection process. Such requests should be addressed to the Human Resources Department 2263 Santa Clara Avenue Rm. 290 Alameda 94501. Requests can be made via email phone or in writing via U.S. mail.The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
