Project Mgr, UT Construction (Finance)

POSITION TITLE: Project Mgr, UT Construction (Full-Time Regular) (Classified)
REQUISITION #: req8067
DEPARTMENT: Ut Water UTL Engineering Div
LOCATION: UTILITIES SERVICE CTR - BLDG A
BENEFIT CATEGORY: Classified (Non-CBU) View Classifications & Benefits
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time Regular
ANNUAL SALARY RANGE: $75,240.00 - 125,400.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)
ANNUAL ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $85,000.00 - 97,000.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)
SELECTION PROCESS: Application deadline is 3:00 p.m. MT on 4/2/2025.

You will receive an email acknowledgment when you have successfully submitted an application. Your completed application will be forwarded to the hiring manager. You will be notified if you are selected for further testing or interviews. Please keep your contact information up-to-date. The status of your application will be updated in your applicant profile. Post-offer background check and motor vehicle report required.

Why Work For the City of Fort Collins?

• Medical, dental, vision (for self, spouse, domestic partner, children) - eligible on the 1st of the month following date of hire
• Paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional one-time bank of 40 PTO hours for new, full-time, Classified and Unclassified Management hires
• Retirement + company contributions - after 6 month probation period and immediate vesting
• Flexible spending: Medical expenses FSA, dependent FSA or both
• Employee Assistance Program: counseling, legal, financial assistance
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Wellness program, workout facilities
• Employee/family onsite health clinic
• Learning and development opportunities at all levels in the organization with opportunities for career mobility
• Collaborative work environment

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Job Summary

The Construction Project Manager, Water Utilities position coordinates the construction of water utilities infrastructure associated with new development and capital projects for the City of Fort Collins. This includes participating in design reviews and recommending improvements to construction plans, coordinating construction schedules with contractors and other consultants, and managing project timelines and field conflicts with minimal supervision. The role requires effective communication with stakeholders to resolve disputes, maintain compliance, and uphold safety protocols and ensure constructed utilities infrastructure meets City standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive.

• Participate in conceptual and construction project water utilities design review throughout design development with a focus on constructability and phasing. Review construction plans and specifications for conformance to applicable utilities codes. Makes recommendations for revisions and improvements to construction plans and specifications.
• Assists in the coordination of the scheduling of relocation and the installation of new utilities with utility companies.
• Provides guidance to support staff and consultants in the collection of existing field condition information.
• Coordinates projects with other City departments. Advises the City on recommended design or specification changes for ease of construction or technical correctness.
• Facilitate the timely and efficient completion of planned projects in accordance with established guidelines, specifications, and financial constraints.
• Conduct regular progress meetings with project staff and teams to ensure good project communication.
• Responsible for knowing and complying with all City and department policies; participating in professional training and development; and adhering to attendance and workplace attire policies.
• Collaborates and coordinates with external stakeholders as needed.
• Assist in the preparation of project documentation in support of grant-funded projects, including documentation for reimbursement and grant compliance.
• Plays an active role in avoiding and resolving conflicts and disputes with contractors and in the settlement of claims by or against contractors.
• Collaborate with the project team on field change directives, requests for information, and review of submittals.
• Provide information to City stakeholders and the general public about the status of construction.
• Respond to a broad range of requests for information, service, concerns, or complaints from citizens, businesses, government agencies, and other interested parties regarding a variety of engineering-related issues. Gathers and analyzes data in order to respond to complaints from citizens. Makes recommendations for solutions based on research findings.
• Updates project records to include "as built" revisions.
• Work with Project Managers and Contractors to establish, monitor, and update construction resources and project schedules, scopes, and budgets while constantly communicating status/approach to internal and external team members and division managers.
• Monitor project progress and success while developing in-field correction strategies when necessary.
• Prepare reports necessary for progress payments and project status.
• Monitor project progress and success while developing in-field correction strategies when necessary.
• Monitors and manages construction and inspection progress. Responsible for preparation of project records including daily reports, project status, pay item documentation, construction problems and proposed solutions; and approves changes as necessary.
• Develop a Quality Management Plan with the project team
• Oversee construction sites, general contractors, and workers to ensure a high level of quality and safety.
• Observe work in progress to ensure that procedures followed, and materials used conform to specifications.
• Examines workmanship of finished installations for conformity to standards and approves installation.
• Inspects capital project sites and construction projects for compliance with plans and specifications.
• Performs a variety of inspection activities to ensure compliance with City codes and ordinances, plans and specifications, safety standards, environmental regulatory requirements, and state and national codes.
• Ensures that the project is constructed and documented in accordance with the contract documents and good engineering practices.
• Development, oversight, and management of punch lists of inadequate items, ensuring they are replaced or repaired prior to issuance of final acceptance by the project team.
• Interpret and explain ordinances, codes, and regulations; communicate with other community and governmental agencies during construction inspection duties.
• Work with the project team to develop safety expectations for staff and contractors.
• Coordinate with the City's Traffic department and contractors to plan and implement safe and efficient maintenance of traffic during construction.
• Provides oversight, in collaboration with contractors, proper health and safety procedures related to maintenance and construction activities.
• Takes proper safety precautions, anticipates unsafe circumstances, and acts accordingly to prevent accidents. Responsible for the safety of self, other City staff, City materials, and City equipment. Uses all required safety equipment and follows all safety regulations, policies and procedures. Reports all accidents and damage to City property.
• Assists City staff during emergency operations.

Management Responsibilities

No

City Competencies

• Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds.
• Strong learning orientation. Leverages all resources and is creative in ways of learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends.
• A desire and ability to understand the diverse needs of internal and external customers, and to create experiences and deliver services that exceed their expectations.
• A desire and ability to utilize digital tools for organizational information, individual, and teamwork.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Experience in developing and reading construction plans
• Knowledge and experience in field surveying, field layout, construction management and construction inspection.
• Proficiency with a personal computer and related technology (laptop and/or tablet preferred)
• Ability to use word processing, spreadsheet, data base, and graphics software (i.e. Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, project management, GIS, AutoCAD, and work scheduling).
• Communicate diplomatically and effectively with coworkers, private industry representatives, technical consultants and the general public.
• Handle difficult and uncomfortable situations with patience and good judgment, especially under tight deadlines.
• Independently and creatively solve problems encountered during construction. Strong time management skills and the ability to set priorities and balance large volumes of work tasks and responsibilities
• Ability to work independently and in teams with a minimum of supervision while employing good time management practices.
• Ability to read and comprehend complex environmental regulations and scientific studies.
• Solid verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with contractors, engineers, regulatory staff, citizens and property owners.
• Knowledge of current construction and engineering principles and practices.
• Knowledge of construction materials and ability to identify substandard materials.

Required Qualifications

MinimumPreferredCollege degree or equivalent work experience. Some positions may require functionally related certification or advanced degrees Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.

Experience Requirements

• Three or more years of experience in construction project management or related experience. Water utilities construction management or project management experience, preferably with a municipality similar to the City of Fort Collins.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. The City may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

Certifications/Licenses/Specialized Training

• Must possess a current valid Colorado driver's license., Level 4 Certifications in water distribution and wastewater collection or ability to obtain within 2 years.

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Project Mgr, UT Construction
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Notice Regarding Medical and/or Recreational Marijuana Use
Because the possession and use of marijuana, whether for medical use or otherwise, constitutes a federal offense and because the City is a drug free workplace, the City will not accommodate the medical use of marijuana and enforces written policy prohibiting working for the City while marijuana is in the body. The fact that state law recognizes medical marijuana as a prescribed, or otherwise permitted, medication does not alter or otherwise change this policy.

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Note: Some information in your application may be public information under the Colorado Open Records Act.Job Summary

The Construction Project Manager, Water Utilities position coordinates the construction of water utilities infrastructure associated with new development and capital projects for the City of Fort Collins. This includes participating in design reviews and recommending improvements to construction plans, coordinating construction schedules with contractors and other consultants, and managing project timelines and field conflicts with minimal supervision. The role requires effective communication with stakeholders to resolve disputes, maintain compliance, and uphold safety protocols and ensure constructed utilities infrastructure meets City standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive.
Participate in conceptual and construction project water utilities design review throughout design development with a focus on constructability and phasing. Review construction plans and specifications for conformance to applicable utilities codes. Makes recommendations for revisions and improvements to construction plans and specifications.Assists in the coordination of the scheduling of relocation and the installation of new utilities with utility companies. Provides guidance to support staff and consultants in the collection of existing field condition information.Coordinates projects with other City departments. Advises the City on recommended design or specification changes for ease of construction or technical correctness.Facilitate the timely and efficient completion of planned projects in accordance with established guidelines, specifications, and financial constraints.Conduct regular progress meetings with project staff and teams to ensure good project communication.Responsible for knowing and complying with all City and department policies; participating in professional training and development; and adhering to attendance and workplace attire policies.Collaborates and coordinates with external stakeholders as needed.Assist in the preparation of project documentation in support of grant-funded projects, including documentation for reimbursement and grant compliance.Plays an active role in avoiding and resolving conflicts and disputes with contractors and in the settlement of claims by or against contractors.Collaborate with the project team on field change directives, requests for information, and review of submittals.Provide information to City stakeholders and the general public about the status of construction.Respond to a broad range of requests for information, service, concerns, or complaints from citizens, businesses, government agencies, and other interested parties regarding a variety of engineering-related issues. Gathers and analyzes data in order to respond to complaints from citizens. Makes recommendations for solutions based on research findings.Updates project records to include "as built" revisions.Work with Project Managers and Contractors to establish, monitor, and update construction resources and project schedules, scopes, and budgets while constantly communicating status/approach to internal and external team members and division managers.Monitor project progress and success while developing in-field correction strategies when necessary.Prepare reports necessary for progress payments and project status.Monitor project progress and success while developing in-field correction strategies when necessary.Monitors and manages construction and inspection progress. Responsible for preparation of project records including daily reports, project status, pay item documentation, construction problems and proposed solutions; and approves changes as necessary.Develop a Quality Management Plan with the project teamOversee construction sites, general contractors, and workers to ensure a high level of quality and safety.Observe work in progress to ensure that procedures followed, and materials used conform to specifications.Examines workmanship of finished installations for conformity to standards and approves installation.Inspects capital project sites and construction projects for compliance with plans and specifications.Performs a variety of inspection activities to ensure compliance with City codes and ordinances, plans and specifications, safety standards, environmental regulatory requirements, and state and national codes.Ensures that the project is constructed and documented in accordance with the contract documents and good engineering practices.Development, oversight, and management of punch lists of inadequate items, ensuring they are replaced or repaired prior to issuance of final acceptance by the project team.Interpret and explain ordinances, codes, and regulations; communicate with other community and governmental agencies during construction inspection duties.Work with the project team to develop safety expectations for staff and contractors.Coordinate with the City's Traffic department and contractors to plan and implement safe and efficient maintenance of traffic during construction. Provides oversight, in collaboration with contractors, proper health and safety procedures related to maintenance and construction activities.Takes proper safety precautions, anticipates unsafe circumstances, and acts accordingly to prevent accidents. Responsible for the safety of self, other City staff, City materials, and City equipment. Uses all required safety equipment and follows all safety regulations, policies and procedures. Reports all accidents and damage to City property.Assists City staff during emergency operations.
Management Responsibilities

No