Description

* Must have a PE Certification to be considered for this position *

General Statement 

This is administrative and technical work in directing and supervising the assigned project operation. Work involves the responsibility for directing all phases of municipal public works, including Fleet Maintenance, Building & Grounds Maintenance, Street signs, Street Maintenance, Drainage Maintenance, Right-of-way Maintenance, Litter Control, Project Inventory, Natural Gas, Water Distribution, and Sewer Collections. An employee in this class formulates policies and coordinates activities in accordance with general policies established by the City and/or Board of Alderman. The Project Manager exercises supervision over a number of unskilled, semi-skilled, skilled and supervisory maintenance and construction employees. The employee is responsible for the preparation and monitoring of the department budget; the preparation, implementation of and adherence to procedures; and department personnel functions. Responsibilities also include establishing and maintaining appropriate work relationships with municipal officials, peers and subordinates, State and local organizations, and with the general public. Work is performed under the supervision of the Mayor and/or designee under guidelines established by the Board of Alderman; however, this employee must also exercise considerable independent judgment and technical expertise in order to meet department objectives. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Exercises considerable judgement in determining work assignment priorities in use of equipment and use of manpower; modifies methods, procedures and priorities to meet changing conditions and determines materials equipment needed to complete jobs-

• Schedules, reviews and may participate in the work of mechanics engaged in maintenance and repair of all municipal gasoline and diesel driven vehicles including specialized equipment. Maintains records of serviced vehicles and/or equipment as well as the daily implementation of the preventive maintenance program. Responsible for the requisition of parts and supplies used in repair of equipment and maintains adequate inventory of necessary parts. 

• Ensures that work is conducted in compliance with safety standards and regulations 

• Reviews work of subordinates and crews and progress performance with constructions, timeliness and safety 

• Continuously inspects work in progress with performance to plan and instructions 

• Knowledge in municipal public works such as planning, design, maintenance, and construction. 

• Knowledge in principles of budget preparation and expenditure control. 

• Knowledge in applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations pertaining to public works and utility functions. 

• Knowledge in Principles of Effective Management Skills. 

• Ability to analyze, evaluate, and implement municipal public works and utility programs/projects. 

• Strong communication skills. 

• Knowledge in safe work practices. 

• Ability to plan, organize, hire, and direct the work of public works and utility personnel. 

• Ability to analyze organizational and administrative problems, recommend alternative courses of action, and provide leadership to others in implementing such actions. 

• Ability to prepare and create clear and comprehensive written reports. 

• Maintain strong relationships with the city officials, employees, contractors, the general public, and representatives of other agencies. 

• Experience in evaluating and training staff. 

• Performs other related duties as directed 

Qualifications

• Must hold a current PE Certification 

• 5 years’ experience in water/ wastewater industry, public works, or similar industry

• 3 years’ experience at a supervisory and/or Manager level 

• Able to organize, coordinate and manage the budget, and daily operations of significant project 

• Strong client/ stakeholder management skills, and strong communication skills (both verbal & written)

• Knowledge of work hazards, safety procedures, and traffic laws relating to equipment and machinery required to perform utility Maintenance. 

• Knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in wastewater treatment plants

• Ability to read and interpret work orders and plans

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements 

The work area can involve a working environment indoors as well as outdoors, which could cause exposure to outdoor elements; proper environmental attire will be required. Some areas can have loud noise, active machinery, high pressure fluid systems, electrical equipment, confined spaces, heights and depths, fumes, air borne particles, noxious gases, pathogens and various chemicals. The use of appropriate safety equipment will be mandatory in these areas to prevent hazardous contact.

Must be able to sit, stand, stoop, twist and bend at the waist, turn, kneel, squat, raise arms above shoulder height, grasp, reach, and perform repetitive hand movements and fine coordination to operate equipment, have vision sufficient to operate equipment, have hearing in the normal range with or without correction. In an 8-hour shift must be able to transport self, lift objects up to 50 pounds from floor level to waist height including items which may be bulky or awkward, climb into and out of vehicles having high ground clearance; carry a 50 pound tool box; use arms and back to tighten and loosen nuts and bolts; work in confined places; wear and use appropriate safety equipment.