PROJECT MANAGER

JOB City of Navasota Job Description: Project Manager Class No.
780 Pay Group: 7 EEOC Category: FLSA: Non-Exempt Summary of Position As a key member of the Public Works team, the Project Manager reports to the Public Works Director.
The Project Manager conducts a variety of construction inspection activities of capital improvement and private development projects, primarily focused on compliance of public water, sanitary sewer, natural gas, street, and drainage infrastructure with approved plans, specifications, and federal, state and City standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification.
It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class.
The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
Reviews plans, specifications, and sites for construction projects.
Inspects the construction of street improvements (i.
e.
, paving, curb and gutter, sidewalk, etc.
), bridges, storm drains and boxes, underground utility systems including lift stations, reservoirs, pressure stations, force mains, parks, grading, and private street systems.
Maintains Water and Wastewater Treatment licenses from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (class B preferred), Qualifications in Natural Gas, and OQ for Pipeline Pressure Tests to supervise or perform final tie-ins to the existing system.
Inspects pipe laying for alignment, grade, jointing, fittings, materials, and plan compliance.
Inspects subgrade and roadway base for compaction, alignment, grades, and materials.
Reviews product submittals, testing reports, video inspections, detour plans, haul routes, and erosion control plans.
Inspects grading, fine grading, and irrigation systems.
Enforces ordinances pertaining to the right- of way- and construction permits, dust control, erosion control, stormwater quality, grading, and public improvements.
Keeps miscellaneous records, maintains logs and as-built records, and prepares reports as needed.
Reviews and makes recommendations on special construction issues and site conditions.
Schedules and plans for construction survey, soil and construction material testing, and other services or materials; conducts a variety of tests on new facilities.
Schedules and coordinates shutdowns of City facilities affected by connections of new facilities; ensures all facets of shutdown and connections comply with City Standards and Specifications and approved plans.
Coordinates construction and inspection services in cooperation with contractors and other agencies; communicates and confers with representatives of utility companies, contractors, public agencies, and the general public; answers citizen complaints and requests for information.
Performs Utility Investigations to locate utilities requested by contractors, private builders, and homeowners.
Performs Pipeline Pressure Test for new gas tie-ins and yard line replacements.
Performs related duties as required.
Responds regularly and promptly to work.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA’s) Public Works construction practices and materials, construction surveying, and accepted safety practices in public works construction.
Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
Travel to different sites and locations.
Inspect projects for compliance with plans and specifications.
Interpret and apply pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
Enforce regulations fairly, firmly, factually, and with proper public relations skills.
Judge the quality of materials and methods of workmanship in relation to requirements.
Determine if construction systems conform to City code requirements.
Detect deviations from plans, regulations, and standard construction practices.
Perform mathematical computations such as slopes, grades, etc.
related to roadway, drainage, sewer, and potable water system construction.
Maintain records of inspection work; make accurate field notes; prepare reports of inspections and correspondence.
Organize workload; establish priorities; and meet established deadlines.
Must be able to coordinate projects and adapt to changing priorities.
Provide management with sound, positive advice, and information concerning the incumbent's area of responsibility.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work and communicate effectively with the public and other required entities.
Interpret and abide by City and department administrative directives, policies, and procedures.
Strong public contact and customer service skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work and communicate effectively with the public and other required entities.
Required Qualifications Education High School Diploma or GED required and at least three (3) years of experience in water and wastewater treatment (water and wastewater construction experience desirable) or its equivalent, plus college, trade, or technical school course work in water, wastewater, or natural gas utilities systems; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Understanding of municipal government is highly preferred.
Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.
Any work-related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above minimum qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above-specified education and experience requirements.
Licenses, Certifications & Special Requirements Appropriate Texas driver's license; Class B Certification in Water and Wastewater Treatment from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; Qualifications in Natural Gas, OQ for Pipeline Pressure Test.
Texas Class C driver’s license with a good driving record or ability to obtain the license within the timeframe set by the department.
Physical Demands/Supplemental Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee physical demands include but not limited to, sitting, talking, hearing, seeing, standing, walking, driving, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, twisting, bending; repetitive hand and arm motion, lifting and/or moving objects up to and including 50 pounds.
Some tasks require visual and sound perception and discrimination and oral communications ability.
May be subject to extended periods of standing and sitting during presentations or attending public and special events.
May work extended hours, evenings, and weekends as needed.
Sensory Requirements: The employee must be able to see clearly, with or without vision correction and able to recognize colors and adjust focus.
Some tasks require oral communications ability.
Environmental Factors: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee must constantly present a positive attitude as a role model in the community.
The employee frequently must work closely with others as part of and/or leader of a team, and must remain calm and professional in tense, emotionally charged, and stressful situations.
The employee regularly must work under time pressures to meet deadlines and occasionally must perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
The work environment characteristics of the employee’s essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
Work is performed primarily in an outdoor environment or in the mobile office of a City inspections truck.
The job requires frequent exposure to the outdoors conducting field inspections under variable weather conditions.
May frequently work near moving mechanical parts, is exposed to wet or humid conditions and vibration.
May be occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic/caustic chemicals, and loud noises.
Occasional outdoor work (around creeks, drainage ways, etc.
) is required to gather data and information for designs and to supervise construction activities.
Supplemental: Work shall be performed with tools, appliances, and equipment approved by those agencies and bodies that have control, authority, or approval of the design working ranges or limitations of those items; the employee has the responsibility to conform to those ranges and limitations.
Equipment may include, but is not limited to, surveyor’s rod, fire hydrant flow tester and pressure monitor, multi-line telephone, computer, printer, fax, copier, scanner, calculator, and vehicle.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed as of the date of preparation and approval.
They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.
Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and all requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.