Project Manager

Job Description:

Project Manager

Description

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Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
02/03/25
Division:
Facilities Management Division
Management Level:
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Benefit Eligibility:
This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Description:

Job Description:

The Project Manager is responsible for managing, supervising and coordinating construction and capital improvement projects for various divisions. The ideal candidate provides exemplary customer service to internal customers and coordinates with contractors, consultants and other outside agencies to gather critical data, conduct negotiations, and administer contracts. Projects include renovations, additions, deferred maintenance programs, new construction, and other capital improvement projects .

This person must be innovative, detail oriented, and construction-minded with strong project controls skills, such as cost estimating, preparing and tracking budgets and scheduling. The candidate must also have proven ability to move between diverse tasks with ease, and must thrive in a fast-paced, professional environment .

Schedule:

This position has the flexibility to operate on either our four-day workweek (Monday-Thursday) or five-day workweek, with remote and in-office work as needed .

Compensation:

Target Hiring Salary: $ 81,822 - $106,369 USD Annual

Compensation will be determined based on education, experience and skills .

Benefits include dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, flexible schedules, remote work options and more. Click Here for our Total Rewards summary .

Essential Duties:

• Experience in project management and construction administration for commercial/institutional or multi-family residential construction. Monitor construction projects for quality, progress and schedule . Ensure adherence and compliance to plans and specifications. Participate in weekly meetings with the contractor and architect/engineer.Review submittals for material selection , review change order requests, or requests for information and recommend actions .
  

• Excellent communication skills and proven ability to effectively manage and lead people, projects, budgets, and schedules, while communicating with clients, consultants, contractors and county management .
  

• Manages project budget, reviews change order requests , determines if pricing is acceptable and negotiates a resolution if it is not, and prepares change orders for execution . Recommends alternatives to budgetary or on-site constraints. Evaluate requests for information, and other documents pertaining to on-site issues . Provide recommendation and resolution for each item to allow the project to move toward completion. Review and/or prepare plans and specifications for compliance with project goals, design intent and other contract documents. Prepare space plans or research and evaluate properties and vacant spaces to help meet end-user's needs. Prioritize projects and tasks, prepare project scope, write requests for proposals and requests for qualifications, review studies and reports, prepare design plans and specifications. Coordinate with consultants, contractors and local agencies .
  

• Assist in drafting contract and administer the contract once executed. Ensure work and contract closeout adhere to the contract documents .
  

• Following the appropriate procurement procedures and contracting methods, provide the Purchasing Division with all information required for procurement. Provide information at Pre-bid and Pre-proposal meetings. Review proposals and bids and make recommendations .
  

• Process pay applications, and invoices. Ensure data is correct, and that work is acceptable prior to approving .
  

• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned .
  

Qualifications:

Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.

Min imum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture or related field;
  

• Plus, a minimum of three years of experience in project management and/or construction management or related experience;
  

• OR any combination of education and experience .
  

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience with AutoCAD, Excel, Bluebeam, Adobe PDF, and MS Project software
  

• Exemplary communication, organization, interpersonal and leadership skills
  

• Knowledge of project management policies and processes
  

• Strong written and verbal communications, planning and organizational skills.
  

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  

• Experience with Microsoft Office/Microsoft 365
  

• Independent critical thinking and analysis
  

• Demonstrating initiative, innovation, and resiliency
  

• Strong client and consultant relationship management skills
  

• Knowledge of Real Estate deeds, legal descriptions, acquisitions, dispositions, leases and/or easements
  

Additional Information:

• Offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references.
  

• Please note that supplemental questions requiring a written response will serve as a writing sample.
  

• This position will require CJIS (Criminal Justice Information System) Clearance and training within sixty (60) days of employment and every two (2) years thereafter .
  

In any materials you submit , you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information .

How to Apply:



Applications will be accepted electronically at Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities .



Applicants complete an online form and have the option to provide a resume and detailed cover letter that describes why you are the best candidate for the position. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team regarding next steps. To view the status of your application or direct communication from the hiring team, please log into your candidate portal .



For more details on the recruitment process, please visit https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs



Questions:

• County Recruitment Team: 303-271-8400 or CareerTalent@Jeffco.us
  

• Library Recruitment Team: 303.275.6168 or talent@jeffcolibrary.org
  

• Sheriff Recruitment Team: 303.271.5332 or sheriff.recruiting@co.jefferson.co.us
  

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Experience:
Work Experience: Minimum three years

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Category:
Engineering & Construction Services