Assistant Project Manager

Nature of Work

The purpose of this job is to provide day-to-day oversight of the Industrial Stormwater (ISW) Management program as part of the City's overarching Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Permit (MS4). Along with management of the industrial stormwater program, the successful applicant will also assist in managing Environmental Service Department (ESD) capital projects in coordination with the City Engineering department. Responsible for project delivery from beginning to end regarding scope, schedule, and budget. Oversees consultants for facility and utility construction projects from developing scope, and managing the design phase through the 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.

• Facilitates the distribution of Industrial Stormwater User Surveys to applicable industries and determines appropriate risk and inspection categories for industrial users.

• Responsible for reviewing Industrial Stormwater Surveys and communicating with property owners.

• Reviews Industrial Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) and is responsible for issuing industrial stormwater permits.

• Completes enforcement as necessary through the issuance of notice of violations in noncompliant situations.

• Overseas and manages the activities of site inspection staff and reviews their work as it relates to program applicability.

• 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 evaluatethefinancialmetricsforprojects;assistswithimplementationoftheevaluationtoolduringthecourseof project work to ensure requirements will be met upon project completion

• Coordinates and manages the project bidding and negotiation process

• Monitorsprojectschedulesandbudgets;makesrecommendationsforcorrectivestepstoaddressissues;assistswith resolving problems which may adversely affect either a project schedule or budget goal as they arise

• Assistswiththecoordinationofresearchandthecollectionofalldatapertinenttoprojects,includingsurveys,codes, soil reports and other required information

• Completes and maintains all project documentation for records

• Performs related work as required

• View the general job description HERE.

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

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Certified Storm Water Operator

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.