Project Manager - INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY
About this role
*POSITION IS OPEN TO INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY*
Employee in this position is responsible for managing projects in the field of public works, and construction of roads, trails, and drainage. Administers design and construction contracts, right-of-way and easement acquisition.
Salary within range is dependent upon qualifications and experience.
• Schedule work with technical engineering personnel, as needed and determining priorities. • Administers the preparation, reproduction and disposition of plans and specifications for projects. Select consultants by roster or request for qualifications. • Conducts and coordinates pavement construction inspection. • Maintain a road database in coordination with the County Road Administration Board. • Responsible for the research and administration of grant management. • Project management of County road, trail, and drainage construction projects, including route selection, right-of-way acquisition, design, bidding, and management of construction contracts. • Manage a consultant in conducting the rating of the County road system. • Perform other tasks as directed. • Well developed organization skills. • Research and technical writing skills. • Ability to plan, design and create public presentations. • Ability to express ideas effectively – orally and in writing. • Familiarity with Public Works contracting procedures. • Knowledge of project management and contract negotiations. • Working knowledge of inter local agreement, interdepartmental agreements and consultant contracts. • Knowledge of budget development and management, project supply inventory management and consultant administration. • Good computer skills. • Ability to maintain a high standard of accuracy, completeness and efficiency. • Ability to quickly grasp new techniques, deal with rapid change in events, remain calm in stressful and sometimes hostile situations and relate to various personality styles in a professional manner. • BS degree in civil engineering preferred, or AA in construction management or related field required. • Minimum of two years experience in a related field. • Valid Washington State Drivers License • Equivalent combination of directly related education and experience may be considered.
Island County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.