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Project Manager - Construction - DPW - Construction

City of Indianapolis and Marion County
City County Building, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 10/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/15/2026
This position is responsible for exercising engineering expertise while providing professional knowledge pertaining to the critical operational functions in the Engineering Division. Incumbent requires a high degree of initiative and independent judgement. Critical and often times swift decisions will have to be made without the guidance or benefit of direct supervision. Decisions can impact the City of Indianapolis, City officials and policies. Position reports to Program Manager.Plan and scope proposed public improvement projects, including data collection, meeting with residents, community stakeholders, elected officials, and other City agencies during the scoping process 
Investigate and create design solution alternatives, estimate their cost, and recommend a preferred alternative 
Inspects construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges, traffic signals, storm, and wastewater projects in accordance with plans and specifications 
Consults work in progress and resolves all problems to ensure project is successfully completed 
Trains other DPW employees and serves as the only inspector on a construction project 
Assists in overseeing construction inspection activities for large and complex projects within the City 
Work requires contact with contractors
Must maintain confidentiality at all times
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to timeHigh School Diploma or equivalent with three (3) years’ experience in transportation design, construction inspection, or project management.   This position requires extensive knowledge of Federal, State, and City codes, policies, and ordinances as they relate to transportation, traffic, storm and/or wastewater management. Must possess a working knowledge of civil engineering terminology and fundamentals in interpreting specifications and construction documents. Must be able to perform calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations using algebra, trigonometry, and geometry. Ability to communicate effectively. Must be able to communicate effectively with contractors, consultant, and City personnel. Requires thorough knowledge of methods for reviewing plans and specifications for compliance with requirements. Requires considerable knowledge of the Indiana Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. Must have a valid driver's license.

Preferred Job Requirements and Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical field preferred. Successful completion of INDOT construction management and supervision courses and/or APWA construction management courses is desired.

If your qualifications meet the requirements of the posted position, your application will be referred to the hiring agency. Once the agency receives your application, all further communication during the interview and selection process will be handled directly BY THE AGENCY. It is IMPERATIVE that you record the contact information of the individual who is scheduling your interview. City-County HR will not have access to this information, is not involved in the interview or selection process, and can only confirm whether an application has been referred. After selection of the successful candidate, an official offer of employment will be made by HR.

Salary : $63,794

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