The City of Overland Park has a full-time Public Works Maintenance Projects Coordinator position available in the Public Works Department.
SUMMARY:
Manager of projects under the purview of the Maintenance Division of Public Works. Develops or assists with developing project scope, schedule, plans, contract documents, cost estimates, etc. Monitors progress, verifies conformance to specifications, manages pay applications, and coordinates with other Divisions, Departments, or relevant stakeholders
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Administers and coordinates projects related to curb and sidewalk replacement. Leads in the design for curb and sidewalk replacement projects. Coordinates with City Staff, design engineers, utility company representatives, adjacent municipalities with partial ownership of the work, and contractors to optimize the use of available funding for curb and sidewalk replacement. Develops plans, contract documents, project timelines, and cost estimates for maintenance and repair projects. Surveys and field measures, when necessary, for preliminary design and quantity measurement.
- Leads the annual curb and sidewalk maintenance programs. Identifies failed or failing curb and sidewalk that require repair or replacement. Strategizes and prioritizes areas for curb and sidewalk replacement while balancing annual project budgets and coordinating with others within the City. Maintains separate lists of prioritized candidate locations for Maintenance Improvement Program (MIP) projects, Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) neighborhoods, and on-demand task orders
- Serves as the project manager for curb and sidewalk repair and replacement projects. Facilitates project pre-construction and regular progress status meetings. It is the main point of contact during construction. Answers questions posed by contractors, adjacent or partnering municipalities, and residents.
- Oversees the work performed by contractors to verify adherence with construction plans, standard details, and specifications. Assists contractors, subcontractors, utility companies, and residents with questions or concerns
- regarding curb and sidewalk maintenance and construction.
- Tracks construction progress to ensure contractors schedules, project milestones, and completion dates are met. Provides progress updates to the Division Manager and, when applicable, the respective program manager or designer. Measures and calculates quantities for payment, prepares and processes project pay estimates, and prepares change order requests for changes in project scope. Monitors construction costs to stay within program budget(s). May act as construction inspector if an inspector is not available.
- Assists in identifying solutions when conflicts arise during construction. Advises the Division Manager and, when applicable, the respective program manager or designer of unforeseen circumstances that may delay or affect city improvements.
- Attends coordination meetings with City staff and design engineers during the development of the Maintenance Improvement Program (MIP) plan and during specific project design.
- Investigates complaints, requests, or questions from the public regarding drainage, pavement, curbs, sidewalks, and sidewalk ramps. Makes recommendations and/or develops plans for actions and responds in person or in writing.
- Obtains and maintains a Class B CDL with necessary endorsements and participates in snow removal
REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION & SPECIAL LICENSE(S)/CERTIFICATIONS:
- Associate’s degree in the following field(s) of study: project management or construction science, required
- Bachelor’s degree in the following field(s) of study: civil engineering or related field, preferred
- Training/coursework in drafting and surveying, preferred
- Valid Driver’s license required
- Valid Driver’s license - Class B (CDL)
EXPERIENCE:
- Five years project/plan development (drafting, estimating, etc.) experience, required
- Two years construction inspection or project management experience, preferred
SKILLS:
- Analytical skills, including research skills, ability to interpret data, ability to conceptualize, ability to analyze information, and ability to write formal recommendations based on findings
- Attention to detail
- Basic mathematical and accounting skills.
- Computer software – database creation/maintenance skills.
- Computer software – spreadsheet skills.
- Computer software – word-processing skills.
- Computer software – drafting
- Facilitation skills, including curriculum/agenda development, marketing skills, ability to help groups focus, ability to use group decision-making to gain commitment, and/or ability to encourage participation
- Human Relations/Interpersonal skills.
- Project management skills, including organization, coordination of duties, and/or accomplishment of goals.
- Working knowledge of public sector administration.
- Time management skills, including the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines.
- Written and oral communication skills.
MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to meet deadlines.
- Diplomacy and judgment.
- Ability to train and guide others.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
- Ability to read and understand building plans and specifications.
- Ability to carry out assignments through oral and written instructions.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to work in a hectic environment with many interruptions.
- Ability to analyze and recommend possible solutions
- Ability to learn and understand PC software applications.
- Alpha and numeric recognition.
- Ability to read and comprehend construction plans, standard details, and specifications.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to make and receive phone calls.
- Ability to identify and distinguish colors.
- Ability to operate City vehicles.
- Ability to operate power and/or hand tools.
- Hand and eye coordination adequate to input computer and typewriter.
- Exposure to loud noises.
- Excessive standing and/or walking.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. and transport 20 feet.
- Ability to traverse rough terrain
SEE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS BELOW FOR ADDITIONAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY (Direct & Indirect):
- Indirect: 4
- Inspectors
- Engineering Aides
Level 2: May serve as a team lead but not a true supervisor - coordinates work of other employees to include: assign tasks, train on task performance, schedule work, review the work of others, and instruct other employees in methods or procedures needed to carry out their jobs.
No City residency requirement.
Must successfully pass a background check, drug screen, physical exam and essential functions test.
Normal Work Hours: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Mon.-Fri.
Salary Range: Grade I $39.46 - $46.97
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Benefits: Full-time
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States and proof of eligibility must be provided if selected for hire.
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