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Job Description
DPW Project Manager
Requisition Code: DPWPMGR
Classification: Exempt - Salary
Level/Pay Range: Level 18; Steps 3-13 $36.29-$54.74
Reports to: Assistant Director of Public Works
Date: April 9 2025
JOB DESCRIPTION
Summary/Objective
Under the supervision of the Assistant Director candidate will perform professional work in managing the design and construction of public works projects. The work involves managing design project management utility coordination testing and inspection and construction services relative to the Towns capital infrastructure improvement program and the Departments operations. Work is performed in accordance with established lines and level of authority. The Assistant Director sets overall goals and project assignments. The position shall undertake all assigned duties in a thorough efficient and professionally competent manner.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Responsible for assisting the Department plan procure oversee and closeout of design and construction of public works roadway facilities and infrastructure projects from inception to closeout in accordance with the established policy of the DPW and in accordance with Massachusetts General Law.
Prepares project plans and specifications including quantity takeoffs and cost estimating as assigned.
Assists with development of scopes bid documents and other procurement solicitations. Evaluates bids and quotes received.
Responsible for scheduling work daily in the field inspection of work completed and record keeping for conformance with contract documents and contract management of public works projects.
Track and administer contracts during construction including as-built quantities change orders and payments.
Provides administration support for all Chapter 90 funded projects from inception to closeout in accordance with the requirements of MassDOT.
Completes inspections of and assists with reporting of Town infrastructure related to MS4 permit.
Assists in development of the Towns annual roadway and rehabilitation maintenance program.
Provides complete and thorough review of consultant assisted projects.
Reviews payment requisitions for assigned construction and consulting projects with accuracy and thoroughness.
Completes review of Department of Public Works assigned building department permit applications as assigned.
Establishes administers maintains approves and inspects Public Works issued permits as assigned.
Provides design services field surveys site visits and project inspections for DPW in-house projects.
Provides aid in general information and project information through meetings and information sessions concerning the public works projects to the general public landowners engineers and developers with tact courtesy and sensitivity.
Assists all other Town departments relative to engineering and land development concerns.
Operates computer equipment and software applications related to assignments; establishes and maintains effective working relations with public officials contractors utility providers the general public and fellow employees; communicates effectively both orally and in writing.
Employee is subject to work beyond the normal scheduled hours.
All other duties as assigned.
Essential Skills and Experience
Knowledge of the theories concepts principles and practices of public works relating to planning design construction and operation including project management contract administration techniques of supervision computer equipment and survey equipment.
Ability to supervise engineering and related activities; prepare and interpret plans specifications contract documents and reports.
Effective communicator both orally and in writing.
Thorough knowledge of all Microsoft Office programs.
Ability to multi-task and work during periods of high intensity and high pressure.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
The majority of the work is performed in typical office conditions and within limits of construction work zones. Work responsibilities are variable with periods of extreme activity and stressful situations with project deadlines and/or responding to emergencies and may require working more than eight (8) hours per day and more than forty (40) hours per week. Work is often fast paced and high-pressure. Some exposure to rain sun and cold weather with intermittent exposure to adverse weather conditions. Works under field conditions with unavoidable exposure to bad weather and a variety of hazardous conditions such as dust fumes dangerous road conditions etc. Requires frequent communication with consultants vendors Town Boards Commissions Committees Town officials and the general public. Communication is by means of telephone in-person discussion and in writing.
Physical Demands
Required sitting bending kneeling reaching and squatting frequently throughout the work shift. Frequent movement in and out of equipment and vehicles. Required to hear feel and speak. May be required to work shifts greater than 8 hours. Light to moderate physical effort is required when conducting inspections. Must be able to climb stairs and to enter uneven terrain. Ability to use and wear personal protective equipment and clothing such as hearing protection eye protection foot and hand protection and respiratory protection.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time benefit eligible position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday 40 hours per week minimum. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
Travel
No travel is expected for this position.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelors degree in engineering and/or construction management is preferred or equivalent combination of education training and experience with at least five years of progressively responsible professional project management and/or five years of civil engineering experience.
Certification in Project Management is preferred.
Registration as a Professional Engineer or EIT is preferred.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
Possession of:
Current and valid Massachusetts Drivers License with a responsible driving record.
Ability to pass a CORI check and pre-employment physical including drug screening and alcohol testing.
OSHA 10-Hour Training.
Work Authorization
Provide appropriate documentation to verify your authorization to work in the United States.
AAP/EEO Statement
The Town is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. The Town will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally protected class status including but not limited to race color religion sex sexual orientation as defined by law national origin member of uniformed military services physical or mental disability age as defined by law or genetic information.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Hourly
