Construction Manager

 JOB SUMMARY

This position performs supervisory, planning, development, management, and budgeting duties in the administration of construction projects and renovation functions for Richland County Recreation Commission (RCRC). Work involves supervision, overseeing the work of contractors performing construction and renovation functions ensuring compliance with the technical requirements of contracts and that the finest quality of service is provided.  The incumbent will also perform supervisory, technical, and administrative work.  Oversee and manage staff within the Construction and Facility repair Department. Work involves directing the operations of the department, supervising department employees, procuring contractors and equipment, reviewing and recommending hiring, training, and evaluating staff; ensuring procurement process is followed for purchases and bids for contracts; applying for permits; and inspecting job sites.  This position also prepares the RCRC budget and ensures drinking water at RCRC facilities is compliant with water regulations.  Reports directly to the Parks Superintendent.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Coordinates construction, renovation and project installation activities among architects, engineers and contractors and Commission staff.
•      Oversees construction projects and general facility repairs.    Oversees the preparation of the annual RCRC budget.
• Assists with preparation of long-range planning, design and development, such as development plans, conservation and preservation issues, facility improvements and mechanical replacements, and the agency’s Master Plan.
•  Oversees renovation of new and existing facilities; writes specifications; performs park improvement projects including working with external contractors.
• Manages capital improvement projects including developing plans, estimating and budgeting for each project, contracting or delegating the project to other staff members to complete, overseeing and inspecting work and paying bills associated with each project.
• Reviews plans and provides technical assistance to staff, the general public, builders, developers, engineers, and other vendors regarding various planning issues such as re-zonings, land use, conditional use permits.
• Ensures compliance with the purchasing process, bidding, and solicitation policy and procedures; evaluates qualified vendors; interprets rules; addresses vendor complaints; and approves major bids.
• Supervises assigned staff; hires, trains, and evaluates staff.
• Driving to and from different locations within the agency.
• Attends meetings with supervisors, department heads, and Accident Review Board on Commission issues and programs.
• Provides daily assistance for personnel issues, equipment, special projects, maintenance of equipment, and scheduling.
• Performs maintenance inspections; makes adjustments; and repairs equipment.
• Performs job site inspections to ensure quality control and safety.
• Plans, organizes, schedules, monitors, and evaluates other assigned projects.
• Monitors projects and submits reports to include cost estimates.
• Assists the Deputy Director of Operations in evaluating requests for renovations and in managing the bidding process.
• Receives, reviews, prepares and submits various records and reports, including architectural drawings, applications for payment, construction reports, schedules, performance report, budget sheet, field reports, memos, correspondence, etc.
•  Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility. 
• Serves on various committees.
• Conducts duties in the absence of the Parks Superintendent.
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Perform other duties as necessary.
•  Complies with all federal laws, state statutes, RCRC policies, administrative rules, and directives.
• Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, drafting, building construction or closely related field.
• Five (5) years in design and construction project management. 
• Or any equivalent combination of education or experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

•  Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, codes, and ordinances pertaining to parks and recreation facility development.
• Knowledge of commercial construction management methods, construction practices, contracts, and legal agreements.
• Knowledge of commercial building systems maintenance to include electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and specialty sport flooring systems.
• Knowledge of modern governmental purchasing principles, methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of the methods and procedures used in preparing bid specifications.
•  Knowledge of the formal and informal bid process.
• Knowledge of the principles of supervision, organization and administration. Has considerable knowledge of the principles and methods of inventory control and record keeping.
• Knowledge of civil engineering and electrical engineering design principles.
• Knowledge of government policies, procedures, rules, and regulations related to administrative functions.
• Knowledge of an agency’s organization structure, the people who manage the work, and the processes applicable to government work. 
• Knowledge of county government fiscal policies, procedures, and processes.
• Skill in using personal computer and related software to perform the duties of this position.
• Skill in communicating, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to understand complex architectural and engineering drawings and specifications related to complex commercial construction projects.
• Ability to exercise considerable independent judgment in the application of the principles and practices of planning, design, construction, and administration of a variety of park development and construction projects.
• Ability to plan and establish priorities.
• Ability to coordinate, assign, and direct work activities of this department.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships.
•  Ability to work as a team member.
• Ability to assign appropriate priorities to work activities based on organizational goals and deadlines. 
• Ability to conceptualize needed change to initiate appropriate activities to move from concepts to implementation.
• Maintains high quality communication and interaction with all District departments and divisions, co-workers and the public.
• Has skills in the care and use of required tools and equipment.
• Has knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Has good organizational, technical and human relations skills. 

CERTIFICATION, LICENSE, AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

•  Must possess a valid Driver’s License to drive an RCRC vehicle and produce an acceptable 10-year driving record.
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred. 
• OSHA 30 - Construction required or must be obtained within 6 months of employment. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is heavy work and requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work may also require balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, manual dexterity, grasping, handling, perceiving sounds at normal speaking levels, distinguishing among sounds, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, driving, expressing ideas by spoken word, shouting above noises, visual acuity in data, color/observations/equipment/inspections, and walking.

WORK ENVIRONMENT       

Work is typically performed in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs. Requires working on-call and being able to withstand exposure to various climatic conditions.

Richland County Recreation Commission has the right to revise this position description at any time, and does not represent in any way a contract of employment.