Assistant Project Manager

Nature of Work

The purpose of this job is to manage multiple projects including quality assurance, timely completion, efficient integration, project budgets and administration of the various stages of projects including the design and construction processes. Responsible for project delivery from beginning to end regarding scope, schedule and budget. Oversees consultants for facility and utility construction projects from developing scope, managing design phase through construction phase.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Supervises the work of assigned personnel; participates in hiring, training and disciplinary actions; delegates work assignments; conducts performance evaluations

• Facilitates meetings as necessary to communicate the project requirements of both design and construction engineering services provided by the department; provides assistance with the development of project agreements and proposals as needed

• Establishes a quality plan for each project and develops a project budget; develops a process to monitor and evaluate the financial metrics for projects; assists with implementation of the evaluation tool during the course of project work to ensure requirements will be met upon project completion

• Coordinates and manages the project bidding and negotiation process

• Monitors project schedules and budgets; makes recommendations for corrective steps to address issues; assists with resolving problems which may adversely affect either a project schedule or budget goal as they arise

• Assists with the coordination of research and the collection of all data pertinent to projects, including surveys, codes, soil reports and other required information

• Provides assistance in coordinating the development of schematics, design development, final design and construction documents for projects

• Completes and maintains all project documentation for records

• Responds to citizen and commissioner requests and complaints; attends Public Information Meetings

• Performs related work as required

Minimum Training and Experience

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management or a related field
• -AND--
• At least three (3) to five (5) years of civil engineering design, project management, construction management/inspection experience
• -OR--
• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities

Other Information

We offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision starting on Day 1

• 6% employee 401a contribution with employer matching (6% or 7% based on bargaining unit)

• Employee & Employer contributions to Retiree Health Savings Account

• Voluntary benefits such as term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, accidental insurance, disability insurance, and deferred compensation plan options

• Twelve Paid Holidays

• Paid Vacation and Sick Time

• Paid parking (if applicable)

• Employee Home Ownership Incentive

• Tuition Reimbursement and professional development opportunities

• Paid Parental Leave

• Employee Assistance Program with free mental health counseling

• Comprehensive Wellness programwith a health and wellness incentive

• Employee Discounts and Perks

Should an applicant need any disability related accommodation or other consideration in the application or selection process, please notify the human resources department upon submittal of application

The City of Grand Rapids does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.