Manager, Project

Join Metroparks Toledo as a Project Manager. In this role, you’ll build the future and steward our existing infrastructure and natural resources that thousands of people enjoy every day. You play a big role in ensuring we maintain our “Clean, Safe, and Natural” promise.

Day in the life?

No two days are exactly the same. This job is about connecting people to accomplish a common goal – whether it’s building a new playground or restoring a wetland. You’ll work in the office and in the field coordinating & overseeing a variety of projects across the park district. You’ll work with every department in Metroparks as well as with external partners and other local government agencies.

Here’s why we think you’ll love working at Metroparks

• You’ll be building the future of Toledo & Lucas County.
• Join a small, close-knit team of professionals with a common goal – to be the best park district in the country.
• Grow your career by building your network and advancing your construction project management skills without the extensive need for travel.
• Competitive pay, health care, retirement, and time off. Read more here.

You’ll love this job if

• You’re starting your career in planning & construction and want to be a part of the unique projects happening at Metroparks.
• You want to give back to your community by maintaining the Metroparks experience.
• You like a fast paced job with a variety of size & scope projects.

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Job Summary

Advance Metroparks Toledo’s core conservation mission by preparation and oversight of major maintenance and capital improvement projects in order to create world-class facilities and maintain existing Metroparks’ infrastructure to the highest professional standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage major maintenance projects and small capital projects. Provide project management support of large capital projects.
• Develop and manage project budgets and cost estimates. Ensures adherence to budget and established financial controls.
• Execute, update, and communicate the master project schedule and manage its implementation, including permitting and entitlement activities, grant deadlines and due diligence items. Complete project checklist form for all self-perform, capital and major maintenance projects.
• Conduct scope, fee and contract negotiations with consultants, vendors and contractors for assigned projects; prepare and enter into contracts for professional services and construction projects and route through legal and financial reviews.
• Manage due diligence for projects (geotechnical studies, land title review, building and site condition, environmental) and obtain necessary permits.
• Meet with contractors, engineers, architects and park officials to execute projects and ensure compliance with established plans and specifications; schedule and attend progress meetings as needed.
• Coordinate purchasing for assigned construction and maintenance projects; research materials, estimate quantities, obtain bids/quotes – including RFP and RFQ processes, and evaluate materials.
• Oversight and coordination on site during construction for compliance, troubleshooting, management of the projects.
• Develop and manage the district-wide planning and construction project closeout process; attend all construction closeout walks and inspections for projects.
• Assist with preparation of design plans and specifications for major maintenance and small capital projects.
• Maintain professional contacts with other municipalities, utility companies, regulatory agencies, research bodies, equipment manufacturers, and professional organizations concerning maintenance management systems and long term maintenance planning.

Equipment Used

• General office equipment
• Software & Apps: Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, Cityworks, Blubeam Revu, PlanetBids, AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Park vehicles, including utility vehicles and trucks

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Schedule: 40 hour work-week that may require work in the evenings, weekends, and/or holidays
• Home Work Location: Fallen Timbers Field Office with regular visitation of active construction sites throughout the district in all weather conditions
• May require business use of personal vehicle for frequent travel between Metroparks locations
• Limited (<10%) travel outside Lucas County
• Ability to lift 25 pounds frequently

Job Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, architecture or a related field.
• Experience: 2-3 years of progressive experience in construction management.
• Certifications: OSHA 30-hour, First Aid, and CPR/AED certifications required and can be attained within 1 year. Complete ODOT LPA training modules within 3 months.
• Other park district duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated appreciation for enhancing quality of life and conserving the region’s natural resources through clean, safe and natural parks and open spaces.

Knowledge

• Demonstrated proficiency of various construction methods and materials, their characteristics, installation procedures and tolerances, costs, scheduling, estimating, purchasing and engineering principles and techniques.
• Demonstrated knowledge of methods and techniques of researching, writing and coordinating RFP and RFQ documents associated with the design and construction process.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws and regulations pertaining to land use, building code, entitlements, permitting, project development sequence and construction requirement.
• Knowledge of ODOT LPA process for procurement of professional services and project delivery.
• Understanding of PERRP and OSHA compliance requirements.

Skills

• Project Management skills; ability to manage multiple projects, make decisive decisions, meet deadlines and deliver strong, measureable results.
• Strong technical skills; ability to read technical specs, submittals, architecture and engineering drawings, and navigate the due diligence process.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to speak and write clearly, concisely and persuasively with ability to communicate one-on-one or in group settings in a way that inspires confidence and motivates engagement with the Metroparks.
• Problem Solving skills; ability to conduct fact-based root cause analysis and apply continuous improvement methodologies. Ability to gather, organize and evaluate data; formulate recommendations and develop successful strategies.
• Budget Management skills; ability to create, maintain, and manage budgets for major maintenance and capital projects.

Abilities

• Ability to be a trusted advisor, build consensus, make informed decisions, and manage change.
• Ability to research, plan, implement, problem-solve and evaluate construction techniques, activities and operations. Ability to discern relevant issues and effectively address them, trouble-shoot and adopt creative solutions.
• Ability to think creatively to develop unique, parklike, and whimsical solutions.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective professional relationships with all stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, contractors, consultants, elected officials, employees, volunteers and the general public.