About the Department

GENERAL PURPOSE: Under limited supervision, manages, coordinates and directs development, redevelopment and capital improvement projects, from establishment of project scope and objectives through construction and warranty period.

Note: This position will remain open until filled with a first review date of June 29th.

Position Duties

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

Manages, organizes, coordinates and monitors activities and functions of capital improvement projects in cooperation with other departments and outside agencies, contractors and design professionals.
Works with department representatives and other stakeholders to develop and refine capital improvement project scope and objectives.
Prepares requests for proposals/qualifications, manages consultant selection process, prepares or assists in the preparation of plans and specifications, assists in the preparation of contracts for outside professional services and construction services, bid documents; makes recommendations for contract award.
Determines objectives and sets project priorities and completion timelines; assures efficient operations, sound fiscal practices, and effective resource allocation.
Facilitates the advancement of projects through various phases of implementations; prepares and delivers status reports.
Resolves procedural, operational and other project-related problems.
Interacts with utility companies and other agencies to obtain necessary permits and clearances and to ensure regulatory compliance.
Prepares and administers budgets; manages the collection, analysis and reporting of project, operational and financial data.
Represents City at various meetings and events.
Performs other duties as assigned or required.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: May supervise technical and support staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:
Bachelors degree in public or business administration, architecture, engineering, construction management, or a related field; and six (6) year’s experience in construction project management, civil engineering (preferably in the public sector) or similar area; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Requirements: Arizona driver’s license; depending on the needs of the City, incumbent may be required to obtain additional technical certifications.

Other Qualifications

Necessary Knowledge and Skills:

Knowledge of City policies and procedures.
Knowledge of methods, principles and practices of project management.
Knowledge of regulatory and procedural requirements regarding the review and approval of development and construction projects.
Knowledge of principles and methods of budget preparation and expenditure control.
Knowledge of technical standards, statutory provisions, regulatory codes, other requirements pertaining to development and construction projects.
Knowledge of project development, scheduling, monitoring and control systems.
Knowledge of construction methods and materials.
Knowledge of the principles of record keeping and records management.
Skill in effectively managing construction projects.
Skill in interpreting and applying statutes, rules, ordinances, codes and regulations.
Skill in formulation and administration of contracts and in management of consultants and contractors.
Skill in development of estimates, plans, and specifications of projects.
Skill in analyzing issues and preparing recommendations based on findings.
Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with employees, officials, construction professionals, other agencies and the general public.
Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of business software.
Skill in following and effectively communicating verbal and written instructions.

Physical Demands / Work Environment: Standard office environment.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as needed.

Benefits

This is a Part-time, Temporary, or Seasonal position; no benefits offered.

Agency Information

Employer: City of Casa Grande
Address: 510 E. Florence Blvd.

Casa Grande, Arizona, 85122
Phone: 520-421-8607

520-421-8600
Website: http://www.casagrandeaz.gov