ARPA Project Construction Manager

City of Lowell

Job Posting

Department of Planning and Development

ARPA Project Construction Manager

Job Title: ARPA Project Construction Manager (1100-DH04, J#6679, 3634)

Department: Department of Planning and Development

Reports To: Chief Design Planner

Union: Ordinance/Non-Union

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary: $76, 405.02(min) to $89, 681.51 (max) annually; 35 hrs weekly;

Grant-funded

SUMMARY Performs Project Management for ARPA funded special projects under the direction of the Department of Planning, requiring the construction project management principles.

Performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Manage ARPA-funded construction projects which include project discussion and meetings, review of scope, contract documents and schedule, tracking progress of projects, oversight of execution of project scope, processing and tracking invoices and review of deliverables.
• Manages contracts for professional services and construction services
• Performs site visits to oversee the work of contractors working on a variety of ARPA funded municipal projects.
• Communicates regularly with other departments regarding the ongoing construction project; coordinates construction activities to minimize disruptions to residents; issues proper notification of events during construction projects.
• Performs field surveys as required to develop, check and alter locations and plans as required by project construction.
• Review engineering plans, specifications, designs and construction estimates.
• Assists with the preparation of documents for competitive bidding, evaluates bids and recommends contract award.
• May be required to attend public meetings; may represent City at Council Meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Surveying or related field; three (3) to five (5) years progressively responsible experience in public works, private development and construction, preferably in a municipal setting; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have a valid Driver's License.

Knowledge, ability and skills of principles and practices of basic civil engineering disciplines as they relate to municipal and private development projects. General knowledge of municipal projects, materials used and standard construction practices and legal requirements as they pertain to public bidding. General knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations that pertain to public works and construction compliance. Understanding of current survey practices

Ability to perform data analysis in support of strategic planning involving coordination, correlation, as well as using discretion in determining schedule, place and sequence of operations. Ability to implement/execute decisions based on data analysis. Ability to interact effectively with co-workers, supervisors, contractors and the public.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

A candidate for this position must have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction

Engineering and Surveying preferred or a related field with two to three (2-3) years of progressively responsible experience in public works, private development, and construction, preferably in a municipal setting or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Preference will be given to candidates that have knowledge of the application, rules and regulations with regard to land development and public infrastructure. General knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations that pertain to public works and construction compliance, historic review and development of waterfront or canal ways. Individuals must have a valid Massachusetts Class D Driver's License.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, REGISTRATIONS

Valid Massachusetts Class D Driver's License.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Strong interpersonal skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, proficient computer skills including Autodesk Land Development/Civil/ Survey CAD software,

Geographical Information System (GIS), Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, etc.), Water and Sewer modeling software and engineering/ survey calculation.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The City of Lowell is a smoke and drug free employer and requires a physical with drug screen and CORI, post offer.

Qualified individuals should apply by the deadline by submitting application/resume with cover letter using the City of Lowell job opportunities online portal:

The City is committed to encouraging diversity and inclusion through equitable opportunities for all community members. The aim is for our workforce, including contractors, to be truly representative of all sections of society and our community, and for each team member to feel respected while fostering belonging.

"The City of Lowell assures that every individual shall have equal access to all City employment opportunities. The City is all-inclusive and no person shall be denied equal access because of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, military service, or physical/mental disability."

EOE/AA/504 Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $76,405.02 - $89,681.51 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person