Capital Projects Manager
Summary
| Title: | Capital Projects Manager |
|---|---|
| ID: | 7552 |
| Location: | Dunwoody, GA |
| Department: | Public Works |
| Job Type: | Exempt (salaried) |
| Salary Range: | $93,236 - $149,179 |
Description
The City of Dunwoody is currently accepting applications for a Capital Projects Manager.
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the general direction of the Public Works Director, the Capital Projects Manager plans, organizes, coordinates, and directs capital projects within the Public Works Department of the City of Dunwoody and provides engineering support, primarily in the area of transportation. Duties include but are not limited to: managing design consultants and project activities; ensuring the timely and efficient completion of projects; and preparing and maintaining the short-term work program for the Department.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assumes full management responsibility for capital projects including scope definition, consultant selection, contract negotiation, concept development, plan review, right of way acquisition, and utility coordination.
• Plans and coordinates the capital work plan with consultants and contractors, and reviews engineering plans provided by consultants.
• Defines and maintains project schedules based on funding sources and project prioritization.
• Prepares Requests for Proposals, Invitations to Bid, memos to City Council, and grant applications.
• Provides technical support for departmental initiatives including but not limited to shaping City policies, transportation planning, and small project layout.
• Provides technical support for Community Development redevelopment plans and Parks Department projects.
• Delivers presentations to City Council, stakeholders, and the public.
• Coordinates with other agencies including the Georgia Department of Transportation, Atlanta Regional Commission, DeKalb County, MARTA, and neighboring cities.
• Obtain permits in GDOT right of way.
• Oversees engineering activities, including street design, utility installations, civic structures, land surveying, traffic engineering and other municipal engineering functions; ensures conformance with appropriate federal, state, and local laws, codes and regulations; resolves disagreements on public infrastructure.
• Assists in the development of City transportation projects.
• Reviews plans through “red-lining,” makes plan review comments on development plans, and assists with final decisions on coordination of development permits.
• Facilitates engineering proposals on City projects and provides bid recommendations to the City Council.
• Negotiates and administers contracts and agreements with outside contractors and developers; resolves problems and complaints as necessary.
• Oversees activities related to the acquisition and disposition of public property for the purposes of right-of-way or CIP projects.
• Establishes Public Works conditions of approval on development.
• Is on call for emergencies; ensures street cleanup efforts after accidents/storms, or other emergencies; provides other assistance as necessary.
• Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
• Oversees and participates in preparing the Capital Improvement budget; monitors capital improvement projects to ensure projects are completed within budget.
• Operates City vehicles in the performance of duties and/or to attend training programs.
• Attends regular scheduled meetings of the City Council when required and other necessary meetings.
• Attends and participates in professional group meetings; maintains awareness of new trends and developments in the fields of engineering; incorporates new developments as appropriate.
• Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.
• Regular attendance and punctuality are essential requirements of the job.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and/or Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Must have a minimum of five (5) years professional experience in the public works field.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be acceptable.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) certification required.
Salary: $93,236 - $149,179
Benefits:
• 100% City-Paid Employee Medical Insurance
• 100% City-Paid Employee Dental Insurance
• 100% City-Paid Employee Life/AD&D Insurance
• 100% City-Paid Employee Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 100% City-Paid Wellness Program
• Vision Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Education Assistance
• Fitness Center Membership
• Vacation Leave, Holidays, and Sick Leave
Only candidates that meet all the minimum requirements above will be considered. The City of Dunwoody has been certified as a Drug-Free Workplace by the State Board of Workers’ Compensation. Applicants for safety-sensitive positions must undergo testing for the presence of illegal drugs as a condition of employment.
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the general direction of the Public Works Director, the Capital Projects Manager plans, organizes, coordinates, and directs capital projects within the Public Works Department of the City of Dunwoody and provides engineering support, primarily in the area of transportation. Duties include but are not limited to: managing design consultants and project activities; ensuring the timely and efficient completion of projects; and preparing and maintaining the short-term work program for the Department.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assumes full management responsibility for capital projects including scope definition, consultant selection, contract negotiation, concept development, plan review, right of way acquisition, and utility coordination.
• Plans and coordinates the capital work plan with consultants and contractors, and reviews engineering plans provided by consultants.
• Defines and maintains project schedules based on funding sources and project prioritization.
• Prepares Requests for Proposals, Invitations to Bid, memos to City Council, and grant applications.
• Provides technical support for departmental initiatives including but not limited to shaping City policies, transportation planning, and small project layout.
• Provides technical support for Community Development redevelopment plans and Parks Department projects.
• Delivers presentations to City Council, stakeholders, and the public.
• Coordinates with other agencies including the Georgia Department of Transportation, Atlanta Regional Commission, DeKalb County, MARTA, and neighboring cities.
• Obtain permits in GDOT right of way.
• Oversees engineering activities, including street design, utility installations, civic structures, land surveying, traffic engineering and other municipal engineering functions; ensures conformance with appropriate federal, state, and local laws, codes and regulations; resolves disagreements on public infrastructure.
• Assists in the development of City transportation projects.
• Reviews plans through “red-lining,” makes plan review comments on development plans, and assists with final decisions on coordination of development permits.
• Facilitates engineering proposals on City projects and provides bid recommendations to the City Council.
• Negotiates and administers contracts and agreements with outside contractors and developers; resolves problems and complaints as necessary.
• Oversees activities related to the acquisition and disposition of public property for the purposes of right-of-way or CIP projects.
• Establishes Public Works conditions of approval on development.
• Is on call for emergencies; ensures street cleanup efforts after accidents/storms, or other emergencies; provides other assistance as necessary.
• Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
• Oversees and participates in preparing the Capital Improvement budget; monitors capital improvement projects to ensure projects are completed within budget.
• Operates City vehicles in the performance of duties and/or to attend training programs.
• Attends regular scheduled meetings of the City Council when required and other necessary meetings.
• Attends and participates in professional group meetings; maintains awareness of new trends and developments in the fields of engineering; incorporates new developments as appropriate.
• Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.
• Regular attendance and punctuality are essential requirements of the job.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and/or Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Must have a minimum of five (5) years professional experience in the public works field.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be acceptable.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) certification required.
Salary: $93,236 - $149,179
Benefits:
• 100% City-Paid Employee Medical Insurance
• 100% City-Paid Employee Dental Insurance
• 100% City-Paid Employee Life/AD&D Insurance
• 100% City-Paid Employee Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 100% City-Paid Wellness Program
• Vision Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Education Assistance
• Fitness Center Membership
• Vacation Leave, Holidays, and Sick Leave
Only candidates that meet all the minimum requirements above will be considered. The City of Dunwoody has been certified as a Drug-Free Workplace by the State Board of Workers’ Compensation. Applicants for safety-sensitive positions must undergo testing for the presence of illegal drugs as a condition of employment.
