Program Specialist DED

The Land Reutilization Authority" LRA" in partnership with the St. Louis Regional Crime Commission "STLRCC" to accelerate the demolition of unsafe structures within the LRA Inventory. This position and demolition program is funded by the MO Department of Economic Development (DED) leveraging $15M of State American Rescue Plan Act dollars from the US Treasury Department. This position and program are limited in term and funded ONLY through December 31, 2026. The Demolition Contract Manager will administer contract management oversight regarding the procurement of services related to the Demolition Program, including but not limited to managing administrative profession demolition contract solicitations, review and negotiation of proposed demolition services, presenting to LRA and SLDC leadership team and board, and the motoring implementation and enforcement of procured services during the program lifecycle.

KEY FUNCTIONS

• Strategic Procurement and Management of Demolition Services
• Financial and Administrative Management
• Operations and Program Management
• Compliance and governance
• Inspection and evaluation of Demo Candidates
• Inspection of work by contractors

RESPONSIBILITIES AND SCOPE

• Develops contracts, solicitations and procurement of professional demolition services for a multi-million dollar, multi-year demolition program
• Inspect work done by contractors to ensure quality is maintained over the life of the vacant lot
• Re-inspect and grade work done by contractors on a long term basis to ensure ground stability and easy maintenance
• Aids in the evaluation of qualifications, bid materials, to make recommendations on responses and procurement/contract execution
• Develops and manages standard operating procedures (SOP) cross-laterally with SLDC & LRA agencies to ensure compliance and best practices are met throughout the contract administration/ management lifecycle
• Manage the overall contract document management controls, leveraging people and technology
• Creates reports for leadership team including any applicable change order reports, contract amendment or addendums, extensions/ renewals and terminations
• Possess and maintain current knowledge and awareness of regulatory changes and trends in the subject area
• Use strong judgment in awareness of positively representing LRA in the public, and community engagement
• Demonstrable experience working in partnership with internal and external stakeholders and teams
• Organize and prioritize workload to ensure effective workflow and response to deadlines.
• Communicate strongly both orally and in writing; ability to speak publicly (e.g., small groups}.
• Use strong, demonstrated communication skills (public speaking, persuasive writing, report writing, negotiation, building consensus, communicating complex topics/concepts to varied audiences}.
• Use basic computer word processing and spreadsheet/database management applications (i.e., Microsoft Word/Excel/Access/Power Point applications}.
• Understand, interpret, explain, and apply relevant policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Recognize and respect diversity and work effectively with peoples of other cultures.
• Work in a very fast paced environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by department leadership

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• Preferably, Bachelor's degree in construction management, project management, or a related field, or equivalent experience and/or 5 years of equivalent combination of education and experience
• At least three (3) years of experience in contract management, construction management, demolition, project/ program management, or other related professions in the scope of managing demolition, construction or inspection programs
• Strong ability to multitask, prioritize multiple projects simultaneously and work under tight deadlines
• Ability to maintain a close attention to detail while working at high volumes
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills, with an ability to present to stakeholders and decision-makers
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting departmental rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Ability to effectively handle difficult interaction with citizens in person and via telephone
• Ability to interpret and enforce regulations with firmness, tact and impartiality and make sound well-informed recommendations when necessary
• Ability to understand and carry out the terms and conditions of contractual agreements
• Ability to maintain records and prepare reports and correspondence related to the work
• Preferably, in depth knowledge of St. Louis communities and respect for diverse cultures/lifestyle

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This a full-time, exempt position with health benefits and paid-time-off. While our traditional work hours are from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, SLDC provides a flexible/hybrid work environment of both onsite and offsite work and follows a customized work schedule of 40-hours per week for full-time employees. Evening and weekend work is required as job duties demand.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
St. Louis Development Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, disability sex or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran's status or marital status.

Salary : $50,000 - $60,000