Project Manager - Construction & Development

Under the direction of the Construction Services Director, plan, supervise and coordinate a wide variety of construction projects; review the work of professional and technical subordinates engaged in the inspection and contract administration of construction projects; to be responsible for performance, field change orders, progress payments and sureties and final acceptance inspections; provide professional and technical staff assistance; and to do related work as required.

• A Bachelor's degree in related field, such as in architecture, engineering or construction management is preferred. Experience working with Native American enterprises and Sovereign Nations is preferred but not essential.
• 3-5 years' of experience related to public works construction management, project management and the administration of capital improvement projects. Or any combination of education and / or experience will be accepted. A background in CHP/Energy projects, Casino/Hotel would be a plus.
• Must have valid Driver’s License and insurable on company insurance policy
• PMP, PgMP, CAPM and/or comparable project management certifications are highly desired
• Associate Constructor (AC), Certified Professional Constructor (CPC) and Certified Construction Manager (CCM) are desired
• Site preparation, including land clearing and earth moving; sewage systems; landscaping and road construction; building construction, including excavation and laying of foundations and erection of the structural framework, floors, walls, and roofs; and building systems, including fire-protection, electrical, plumbing, air-conditioning, and heating
• Operations, services and activities involved in a public works and capital improvements contracts administration function
• Engineering, architectural, and other construction drawings
• Sophisticated estimating and scheduling techniques
• General understanding of entitlement, planning and feasibility process.
• Construction crafts such as carpentry, masonry, plumbing, or electricians
• Computers and software programs relevant to inspection, plan check functions, job costing, online collaboration, scheduling, and estimating
• Contracts, plans, and specifications
• Construction methods, materials, standards and regulations
• Safety hazards associated with construction, remodeling and repair of building structures
• Advanced principles of inspection, permitting, plan check and construction contract administration
• Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations
• Principles and practices of organization and budget administration
• Building science, business and management
• Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluations
• Be flexible and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Be decisive and work well under pressure, particularly when faced with unexpected occurrences or delays
• Understand and interpret construction, building and engineering plans and specifications
• Coordinate several major activities at once, while analyzing and resolving specific problems
• Establish a good working relationship with many different people, including Tribal Members, Tribal staff, and designers, supervisors, contractors and craft workers
• Deal firmly and tactfully with contractor, engineers and property owners
• Enforce ordinances and regulations firmly, tactfully and impartially
• Interpret and explain Tribal contract administration and inspection policies and procedures
• Administer and monitor complex public works and capital improvements construction project contracts
• Work overtime as required
• Operate a personal computer and applicable software programs
• Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
• Maintain records
• Basic operation of a workstation (turning on/off, knowledge of basic functions and components) and general office equipment. Use/storage/maintenance of multiple usernames and passwords. Computer-related problem-solving skills through the use of available trainings and help desk.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.), internet software and appropriate storage of electronic files.
• Ability to perform other duties as assigned.
• A record of satisfactory performance in all prior and current employment as evidenced by positive employment references from previous and current employers.
• The Morongo Band of Mission Indians requires all employees to complete Emergency Services training. Employees may be designated to work in the Emergency Operations Center.

Equal Opportunity and Indian Preference: The Morongo Band of Mission Indians strives to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to the policy of nondiscrimination based on race, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, veteran status or any other non job-related factor. Among qualified applicants, the Morongo Band of Mission Indians will give preference to the qualified Native applicants.