Overland Park, KS30+ days ago
Manages the construction of thoroughfare, street, bridge, storm sewer and maintenance projects , including reviewing contractor bids and making determination of the lowest and responsible bidder; negotiating material testing contracts; managing the construction contract, schedules, payments and cash flow; approving change orders; reviewing and approving contractor submittals; ensuring utilities have properly relocated their facilities; conducting weekly progress meetings with the contractor; managing media relations and citizen inquiries; and maintaining and updating project website. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Manages the design of thoroughfares, streets, bridge, storm sewer and maintenance projects, including developing the project scope, directing the consultant selection process, negotiation of the scope and fee for the design contract, preparing and negotiating interlocal agreements and utility relocation agreements, managing the plan preparation, overseeing utility relocation planning, acquiring required right-of-way and easements, managing public involvement activities, overseeing environmental permitting process, and supervising project team members.