Public Works Project Manager

The project manager is responsible for the management of projects related to building and maintaining Town of Bethel infrastructure. This includes participating in the development of the Town's Capital Improvement Program and effective planning and implementation of all manner of projects. The project manager is responsible to further the Public Works Department's goals, as well as those goals set forth by the Public Works Director by managing all phases and elements of assigned projects, ensuring completion within authorized project budgets and schedules and conforming to project scope and permit conditions.

Primary Functions:

• Acts as Town's project manager for planning, design, construction, and related projects.

• Along with peers and supervisor, implements the Town's Capital Improvement Program.

• Plans, directs, organizes, and controls projects from initial concept through closeout, including budgeting, planning, contract negotiation, permitting and construction.

• Defines and programs project elements and scope, develops bid documents and RFPs, and provides direct project management oversight by working with consultants, staff, and other project stakeholders.

• Assesses risks associated with each project and ensures consultant and/or contractor adherence to safety programs and insurance requirements.

• Maintains working relationships with engineers, architects, contractors, and related professionals on a regular basis to support project activities, as appropriate.

• Monitors project control activities including RFPs, proposals, contracts, design and construction schedules, project costs, construction document interpretations, change order approvals, project submittals and RFIs. This will typically involve monitoring project budgets, project progress, and providing periodic status reports to ensure continuity of operations during the life of the project.

• Reviews proposals submitted by consultants and contractors and recommends awards. Reviews consultant work products to ensure deliverables meet project scope requirements and completed project meets objectives.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Maintains geodatabases (CAD and/or GIS) of Town infrastructure assets.

• Maintains working knowledge of Town's roadway drainage assets and responds to inquiries regarding drainage infrastructure.

• Keeps project databases and project files up‐to‐date. Develops and keeps department's design standard drawings up‐to‐date.

• Prepares and presents reports, resolutions, easements, or other legal documents, as required, and answer questions from the public and local commissions at public meetings when necessary.

• Provides technical assistance in obtaining and administering grant awards for assigned projects. Responds to inquiries regarding infrastructure assets and capital projects, including those from other departments, consultants, the public, etc.

• Does related work, as required.

The skills and knowledge required would generally be acquired with a Bachelor of Science degree and at least five (5) years of work experience OR, an equivalent combination of education and training. A degree in engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, computer‐aided design and drafting, geographic information systems, land surveying, environmental resources, or similar is desirable. Experience should demonstrate skills in leadership, independent project management, and ability to oversee multi‐disciplinary engineering teams and consultants.

• Ability to read, analyze, comprehend, interpret, and summarize scientific, engineering, construction, economic, and legal documents and materials.

• Familiar with reading and interpreting engineering and/or architectural plan sheets.

• Familiar with topographical land surveying and mapping standards.

• Demonstrated proficiency with computer programs, including industry‐specific software.

• Must have proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Microstation software.

• Basic proficiency with ArcGlS or similar software is desirable.

• Skilled in analyzing a situation, assessing alternative solutions and recommending an effective course of action.

• Knowledgeable of project planning, design management, cost estimating, bid specifications, competitive bidding, contract management and construction supervision.

• Familiar with applicable laws, codes and requirements that govern infrastructure projects.

• Highly motivated and able to work independently, yet also have the ability to coordinate, manage, and lead multi‐disciplinary project teams.

• Ability to establish workload priorities, balance diverse projects, and to have flexibility to change priorities if and when appropriate.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with consultants, contractors, other Town staff, department heads, residents, and property owners.

• Possesses excellent leadership and customer service skills.

• Must be an excellent communicator both orally and in writing.

• Organized, efficient, creative, and capable of implementing multiple tasks simultaneously.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disability to perform the essential functions.

Duties are performed indoors and outdoors under a variety of weather conditions, both individually and as part of the work team. Indoor work environment is generally quiet.

Ability and dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and a numeric keypad by touch.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects tools, controls; and reach with hands and arms.

The employee may need to lift and/or move up to twenty‐five (25) pounds

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.

Occasional exposure to conditions that include smoke fumes, dust, poisonous vegetation, potentially hazardous materials, vibrating equipment and excessive noise.

This position is subject to potentially stressful situations and demands including meeting project deadlines or responding to emergencies.

License or Certificate:

Must possess a valid State of Connecticut motor vehicle license. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or similar is desirable. License(s) in Engineering, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or related fields will also be considered.

Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness: We value our employees’ health, future, and work-life balance. As part of our team, you will enjoy a robust benefits package, including:

Future Security: 401(a) Retirement Plan with employer matching and an optional 457 Deferred Compensation account.

Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (effective the first of the month following 60 days).

Income Protection: Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage.

Tax Savings: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and Dependent Care.

Personal Time: A generous time-off package including 13 Paid Holidays and accrued Vacation/Paid Time Off (PTO).

Supplemental Coverage: Access to voluntary Aflac insurance programs.

The Town of Bethel is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, age, sex, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability (including intellectual, physical, learning, or mental disabilities).

Email completed application with resume to: FirstSelectman@bethel-ct.gov