Senior Parks Project Supervisor

TOWN OF APEX

invites applications for the position of:

Senior Parks Project Supervisor

ABOUT THIS POSITION:

EXPECTED HIRING RANGE: $83,221.00 - 101,946.00

WORK LOCATION: 53 Hunter Street, Apex, NC 27502

SCHEDULE: Monday

• Friday 7am

• 4pm; some weekends and holidays

POSTING CLOSING DATE: 07/12/2024

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

An employee in this position performs difficult project management and supervisory work directing the engineering design and construction of park facilities, greenway trail and related projects in the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Division. Work consists of providing technical guidance for parks staff and working with engineers and contractors to ensure projects conform to Town ordinances and specifications. Work includes designing infrastructure improvements related to park facilities and utilities, developing plans and specifications for Town park and greenway construction projects and administering contracts and requires skill in computer-aided design, the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and the ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing. The employee exercises considerable judgment and independence of action including contacts with citizens, contractors and developers.

This position reports to the Parks Planning Manager. This position has supervisory responsibilities.

A SAMPLE OF THE ESSENTIALS:

• Designs parks and greenways projects for Town capital improvements or develops scope for projects that are to be designed by consulting engineers and architects. Administers Town contracts with consulting engineers/ architects or contractors; overseeing all aspects of entitlement through construction.

• Technical Review Committee member reviewing greenway plans in subdivisions. Ensures that project construction drawings meet Town standards and specifications, reviews engineers estimate of probable cost for parks and greenways to determine accuracy, confirms performance guarantee and bond amounts and determines credit against fees-in-lieu of dedication. Ensures constructed projects are ready to start 1-year warranty period and can be accepted into the Town's bicycle and pedestrian network.

• Meets with contractors and reviews and explains construction requirements; identifies necessary actions to obtain compliance; makes on-site field inspections to respond to questions from inspectors and contractors; works with contractors and engineers on remediation strategies for non-conforming construction.

• Reviews surveys and field data and information, and produces calculations and drawings for construction projects.

• Performs various tasks associated with identification of property for acquisition related to public greenway easements for Town capital improvements, including correspondence and discussion with property owners, and assisting with the drafting of legal documents.

• Responds to citizen inquiries and complaints regarding Town policies, technical requirements and related issues; assists other Town departments and divisions when needed.

• This position supervises the Parks and Greenways Planning Technician I. Provides and reviews assigned work, provides training on essential job duties and completes performance reviews.

• Performs related duties as required.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, landscape architecture, construction management or related field with considerable experience of a progressively responsible nature in construction management and entitlement focused on parks and greenways design, including some supervisory experience; or a combination of equivalent education and experience.

WITH...

• Considerable knowledge of municipal parks and greenways design, construction and contract administration procedures.

• Considerable knowledge of computerized design and drafting techniques.

• Considerable knowledge of park facility construction techniques, greenway trails construction techniques and materials, and the ability to determine whether design specifications and standards are being met.

• Knowledge of the town's engineering specifications, and state and federal regulations relating to greenway trails and related bicycle and pedestrian systems.

• Knowledge of the methods and techniques used in construction cost estimation.

• Ability to prepare and interpret engineering designs and specifications related to assigned work.

• Ability to perform mathematical computations and apply standard engineering techniques in the design and construction of Town projects.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships and communicate effectively with the general public, contractors, and other employees.

• Ability to detect errors in construction materials and projects.

WHAT WOULD SET YOU APART:

• Professional Engineer by the NC Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors

• Registered Landscape Architect

• Certified Project Manager

• Licensed Contractor

WHO WE ARE:

Known as "The Peak of Good Living", the Town of Apex is a rapidly growing Wake County municipality with a current population of more than 75,000 and was ranked in 2015 as Money Magazine's Best Place to Live in America. Our current workforce is comprised of over 540 full-time employees and over 125 part-time/seasonal staff. Our Human Resources Department - with the support and confidence of Town leadership - is committed to providing best-in-class HR programs for our employees, with a mission to create a culture of empowerment and accountability that maximizes individual and organizational potential. We offer a generous benefits package, and have a highly competitive compensation program. More than that, the Town is an awesome place to work, as evidenced by the 96% job satisfaction rating received in the last employee opinion survey conducted with our employees.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Not only is the Town "The Peak of Good Living", but it's also a great place to work! We strive to "reach the peak" of being an employer of choice by providing competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including:

• Paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for employees

• 5% contributions to the NC401(k) retirement plans (no matching required)

• Participation in the Local Government Employees' Retirement System (LGERS), 6% contribution by employee

• Traditional sick and vacation leave

• 80 hours Peak Paid Time Off per year (after completion of probation)

• $1,200 Peak Lifestyle Benefit to pay for health and wellness activities (after completion of probation)

• Paid parental, caregiver, and bereavement leave

• 13 paid holidays

• Longevity pay

• Tuition assistance

• Expansive wellness program, and more!

KEEP IN MIND:

Providing a safe work environment for our employees is a top priority, therefore all new hires must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test, post-offer functional testing (if required by position), background verifications including references, criminal record and driver's license checks prior to employment.

The Town of Apex provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation or marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.