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Architecture/Engineering Project Manager

Employer
Milwaukee County
Location
Milwaukee
Salary
Competitive

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Interested in joining Milwaukee County? Milwaukee County is searching for authentic people who are out to change the game and bring their whole selves to work every day. Milwaukee County oversees operations from our Airport, Behavioral Health, Child Support Enforcement, Combined Court Operations, Sheriffs Department, House of Corrections, Human Services, Parks, Public Safety, Public Works, Fleet Operations, Transportation, and at the Zoo. Our departments are also dedicated to our Seniors in the Department on Aging, those with Disabilities, and Veterans Affairs. Our employees also remain committed to serve the cultural, human, recreational and social needs of the entire community. Milwaukee County offers a wide variety of interesting jobs for people who want to make a difference in our community. Milwaukee County provides a competitive benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If disability related accommodations are needed, please contact . Come and join our team and discover our diverse and versatile community of independent spirits and unique talents, we are redefining the way you think about Milwaukee County! Closing Date: February 9, 2023, or upon the receipt of 50 application submissions. Architecture/Engineering Project Manager Department: Administrative Services Full-time, Salary Salary Range: $87,276.80 - $103,272.00/yr Job Summary: Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control and completion of design and construction capital projects ensuring consistency with Milwaukee County strategies, standards, commitments, and goals. Assigned project values will range from $100,000 to $40,000,000. Provide project management best practices and processes throughout design, planning, cost estimating, bid/construction document preparation, consultant management, and close-out for Capital Improvement Projects on Milwaukee County facilities and infrastructure. Deliver responsive customer service to departments through timely project reporting and communications. Functions include meeting with key stakeholders to brief on project planning, budgeting, and schedule, with ongoing status of project execution and deliverables to facilitate the identification of existing and/or new scope needed to accomplish the project goals and objectives. May work individually or lead a team of internal and external resources to accomplish objectives. Essential Responsibilities Capital Project Management - Use project management best practices to develop, coordinate, execute and control design and construction projects with internal and/or external consultants and contractor. Responsible for managing all phases of Capital project development and execution, including scope development, cost estimating, consultant selection, design, bidding, contractor selection, contracting, schedule and risk management, construction management, project closeout, and all required project documentation in accordance with all applicable codes and ordinances of governing bodies, and department policies. Quality Assurance and Administration of Capital Improvement Projects - Manage, supervise, and check the development of complete plans, drawings, specifications and cost estimates for the construction, alteration, or maintenance of Milwaukee County facilities. Prepare requests for proposals, conduct project bidding, and manage contract awards. Assist with inspections or supervision of construction projects to ensure the project is completed in accordance with plans and specs. Prepare periodic payments, prepare/negotiate change orders, conduct final inspections, and deliver close-out documents. Utilize the department standard Project Management software to keep project information up to date and provide timely communication and reporting to customers and management. Hold consultants and contractors accountable for their project responsibilities and timely completion of tasks. Coordinate efforts across county departments as required for effective project delivery. Project Budget and Schedule Responsibility - Monitor and control project spend within budget, and schedule within stakeholder timing expectations. Track allocated hours and project commitments and ensure accurate accounting of resource and project spend. Develop and execute corrective actions as needed to attain project goals. Support legislative processes as needed to approve contracts and funding sources. Deliver Superior Customer Service - Ensure delivery on customer priorities through effective project reporting and communications to support ongoing scope, schedule, and budget reviews. Interact regularly with project stakeholders to ensure timely progress updates with a focus on delivering on project commitments. Provide close-out documents including record drawings, Operation & Maintenance Manuals, and recommended maintenance programs for completed projects to customer operating departments and the Facility Condition Assessment Program manager as part of the project close-out process. Provide advice to facility management partners as needed with technical assistance, scope definition, cost estimates and plan specifications for repair and maintenance projects. Program Development and Support - Research, recommend, and implement project management policies, principals, and practices. May serve as liaison or Milwaukee County representative to other Milwaukee County departments or outside agencies to partner, gather, and disseminate these best practices. Participate in and support special project and program improvement task groups, as assigned. Teamwork - Promote teamwork and a culture of collaboration, work effectively in a matrix environment where lines of reporting are mixed, and complete projects with internal and external resources that may not have direct reporting or chain of command authority to this position. Provide lessons learned, and continuously improve project management maturity within Milwaukee County. Minimum Requirements Current residency within the State of Wisconsin required A valid Wisconsin Driver's license required or must be obtained within six (6) months of hire Bachelor's degree or higher in Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Project Management or closely related field required Five (5) years or more of work experience in Architecture, Engineering, Construction or Project Management required Intermediate knowledge of all related computer and software applications, such as word processing and spreadsheets required Routine shifts hours. Infrequent overtime, weekend, or shift rotation Intermittent or cyclical work pressures with occasional exposure to high stress work environments High volume and variable work demands and deadlines that impose strain on a routine basis; frequent direct contact with individuals or exposure to highly stressful situation, demands or pressures Ability to lift, carry, push and pull up to 20 lbs. required Preferred Licensures/Certifications Certified Construction Manager certification from the Construction Management Association of America Certified Professional Construction certification from the American Institution of Constructors Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute Architect or Professional Engineer license Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Thorough knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of construction project management (planning, design, and construction). Working knowledge of the theories, principles, and practices of architecture and engineering. Experience with construction cost estimating; use of project management software; experience with organizing and leading meetings, and good presentation skills. Ability to supervise and perform quality assurance on preparation of construction bid documents for a variety of public works projects. Ability to supervise the preparation of analytical engineering reports on complex public works projects. Ability to use CAD systems for design and plan production and review. Note: This Original Examination is open to current residents of the State of Wisconsin. The selection process will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following: education and experience evaluation; written, oral, or performance tests, or other assessment methods. Milwaukee County is committed to fostering an equitable working environment, free from discrimination and harassment, on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any form of discrimination, harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, pregnancy related condition, national origin, age, disability, FMLA status, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, or any other category or status that is now or in the future protected by federal, state, and local law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements. If special accommodations are needed, please contact . Effective October 1, 2021, Milwaukee County will require all employees to have completed COVID-19 vaccinations and provide proof of vaccination or have submitted a completed medical or religious exemption and accommodation request. All persons offered a position will be required to provide proof of completed COVID-19 vaccination at time of hire or have submitted a completed medical or religious exemption and accommodation request and been approved for an accommodation prior to hire. Other details Job Function 2 Professionals Pay Type Salary Travel Required Yes Required Education Bachelor's Degree Apply Now Milwaukee, WI, USA

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