Bidding, Budgeting, Civil Engineering, Community Support, Construction, Construction Administration, Construction Contracts, Construction Management, Construction Projects, Contract Management, Contract Requirements, Documentation, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Engineering Management, Government, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Negotiation Skills, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Professional Engineer, Project Design, Project Planning, Project Tracking, Public Health, Public Works, Reporting Skills, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Leadership
Ready to lead complex, high-impact construction projects that serve thousands and protect public health and the environment? Public Works is seeking a skilled Construction Manager to guide critical Sewer Utility capital improvements from planning and design through bidding, construction, and contract administration. In this role, you’ll oversee major sewer infrastructure projects that support our growing community, supervise a talented team of engineers and support staff, and ensure every project meets Federal, State, and County standards. Working closely with consultants, contractors, partner agencies, and the public, you’ll play a key role in delivering reliable, high-quality infrastructure for years to come.
As the Construction Manager, you will:
- Lead and supervise engineering and support staff, including hiring, mentoring, and performance management.
- Manage capital construction contracts, including scope, schedule, budget, negotiations, and documentation.
- Oversee project planning, design coordination, bidding, and construction activities.
- Coordinate with State agencies, County departments, utilities, contractors, and the public.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and contract requirements.
- Provide technical guidance and review engineering studies, plans, specifications, and submittals.
- Monitor contractor performance, documentation, schedules, inspections, and payment requests.
- Prepare project reports, exhibits, and presentations for public meetings and stakeholders.
- Respond to inquiries and support resolution of project-related issues or concerns.
What you bring: (Minimum Qualifications)
- Bachelor’s degree in civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering; construction management; or a closely related field AND five years of progressively responsible civil engineering experience, including at least two years of supervision and one year of contract administration; OR
- Associate’s degree in a closely related field AND seven years of progressively responsible civil engineering experience, including at least two years of supervision and one year of contract administration; OR
- Nine years of progressively responsible civil engineering experience, including at least two years of supervision and one year of contract administration.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience managing public-sector or government construction projects.
- Registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer.
- Certified Construction Manager (CMAA).
- Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) certification.
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