Parks Construction Projects Administrator

This is an exciting management-level opportunity to lead the Construction Management – Parks Division of the City’s Engineering Services Department, with the primary mission of successfully executing diverse and essential parks projects. The Parks Construction Projects Administrator is responsible for overseeing the design and construction of vertical (building) and linear construction projects in support of the City’s parks facilities; projects include community centers, playgrounds, greenway trails and more! This position works closely with the City’s Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources Department and engages with various levels of City management in the delivery of parks, community centers, greenways, and more, positively impacting the quality of life for the Citizens of Raleigh.

About You:
The ideal candidate is a strong, process-driven manager who is capable of establishing effective project management practices, developing a multi-disciplinary Divisional team, acting as a strong inter-departmental/inter-divisional liaison, and providing timeliness and transparency in the delivery of parks projects. The successful candidate will have a proactive management style and a willingness to actively seek out resolutions to challenges. A positive attitude and collaborative spirit are essential, as are attention to detail, effective communication, and high-level project management skills. This is truly a unique opportunity for anyone who has the desire to develop and lead teams toward achieving outcomes that serve to significantly contribute to the greater good of the community.

About Us:

The Construction Management – Parks Division of the City’s Engineering Services Department is responsible for overseeing design and construction of new parks, community centers, and greenways, as well as significant renovations to existing City Park facilities.

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.
 

• Lead, manage and develop the Construction Management – Parks Division staff including conducting performance evaluations, coordinating training, and implementing hiring, discipline and termination procedures
• Provide management and oversight of projects, programs and functional operations of the Construction Management – Parks Division; develops strategy, goals, and priorities; manages planning initiatives; provides advanced technical guidance related to processes, standards, policies and regulations; performs high-level analysis; makes resource assignments
• Serve as liaison with other departments, City Manager, Council, Commissions, the public and other stakeholders; oversees interdepartmental collaboration and coordination of operations and to address issues; provides consultation related to major design and construction issues and/or oversight of development review, land use and comprehensive plan implementation; reviews and approves agenda items, status reporting and/or presentations
• Manage and administer assigned budgets; assist in capital budget development and administration; authorize expenditures and ensure accordance with budget; participate in negotiations; oversee procurement; and provides administrative reporting
• Continuously pursue mechanisms for enhancing customer service and efficient project delivery

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related Engineering field; 5 to 7 years' experience in engineering, construction management or related work
 
 OR
 
 Any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted

Licenses or Certifications:

• Valid North Carolina Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• Significant experience in building, park, greenway, trail, sidewalk, roadway, or utility design, construction, or project management on public projects
• Two or more years of supervisory experience
• Professional Engineering (PE), Architect (AIA) or Landscape Architect (RLA) License in North Carolina
  

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of civil engineering and / or architectural design.
• Principles and practices of program administration and project management.
• Principles and practices of procurement.
• Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, and regulations related to the design, construction, and operation of facilities.
• Personnel supervision, management, coaching and evaluation.
• Techniques and methods for organizing, prioritizing, assigning and monitoring work.
• Principles and applications of strategic planning, critical thinking and analysis.

Skill In:

• Leading others in order to meet objectives.
• Providing project/program management, organization, and logistics coordination.
• Exercising political acumen, tact, and diplomacy.
• Facilitating group discussions and building consensus using persuasive reasoning.
• Managing budgets and allocating resources to achieve strategic objectives.
• Providing customer service.
• Providing consultation and service as a liaison with various stakeholders, both internal and external.
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

ADA and Other Requirements:

Work Environment and Physical Effort:
Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Work Environment:
Work is typically performed in an office or similar indoor environment. Employees may occasionally work in an outdoor environment, street environment, construction site, or in a vehicle.

Work Exposures:
Work in this position does not require frequent environmental exposures. Employees may occasionally be exposed to individuals who are hostile or irate.
 
City of Raleigh is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.