Transportation Project Manager

Transportation Project Manager

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Business Administration, or a closely related field
• Five years of applicable engineering and/or project management experience in a position actively managing roadway, traffic, or transportation, or equivalent complexity projects
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver’s license by the time of hire

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, direction, and guidance to the project team following processes and procedures; manage consulting engineers, planners, contractors, and other staff to assure proper execution of all phases of the MCDOT TIP program projects
• Coordinate the development of project design concepts, detailed plans, design reports, specifications, and estimates for TIP construction projects; facilitate reviews of engineering studies, reports, designs, plans, estimates, and special provisions
• Arrange, conduct, and represent the project team in various meetings, including public information, public hearings, neighborhood associations, and local jurisdictions
• Maintain project schedule and budget by working with all discipline leads and consultants
• Provide guidance and assistance to department staff, consultants, and technical advisors on construction and engineering contract issues; provide technical assistance on contract development and requirements, contract objectives, and scope of work
• Prepare, negotiate, and maintain project authorizations, including MOUs, Resolutions, IGAs, and other associated project documents
• Direct and perform the work related to the development of the scope of work, design criteria, project design standards, and specifications; technical review, and assure conformance to project plans, and to County, State, and Federal regulations
• Prepare and present reports on project performance and financial status; participate in various technical and advisory teams, providing advice and information on project status and safety issues; advise, coordinate, and serve on planning and negotiation teams
• Review project documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accepted engineering practices
• Assure effective communication of issues with internal and external stakeholders to obtain consensus regarding solutions and strategies
• Evaluate and analyze issues, recommend, and implement solutions; resolve complex problems; and assure projects meet scope, schedule, budget, and quality requirements
• Other job duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Six years of applicable engineering experience
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Project Management Professional (PMP), or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
• Experience with a minimum of two years in a project management position actively managing roadway, traffic, or transportation-related projects