What are the responsibilities and job description for the Owner's Project Manager - Fire Station position at Town of Brookline?
The Town of Brookline is is seeking a highly skilled Owners Project
Manager (OPM) to oversee and drive capital construction projects,
including a new fire station and major renovations to existing fire
station facilities. This term-limited position offers an exciting
opportunity to manage the construction of a new fire station and the
major renovation and mechanical overhaul of existing fire stations as
part of Brooklines bold commitment to Fossil Free Fuel (FFF) in public
buildings. Reporting to the Building Commissioner, the OPM will be
responsible for full-cycle capital project management ensuring work is
completed on time, within budget, and aligned with Brooklines
sustainability goals. Key Project: Fire Station Construction & FFF
Renovations New construction of a state-of-the-art fire station, built
to modern public safety standards. Comprehensive renovations to Fire
Stations 1 and 4 as part of Brooklines Fossil Free Fuel conversion
initiative. Work includes: Removal of fossil fuel based mechanical,
heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Installation
of new fossil-free HVAC systems. Significant electrical infrastructure
upgrades to support new FFF technology. Complete MEP (Mechanical,
Electrical, and Plumbing) modernization. Key Responsibilities: Serve as
the Towns lead representative on Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
projects, especially those under the FFF initiative. Oversee design,
construction, and compliance for fire station projects, ensuring
coordination among engineers, contractors, and utility providers.
Monitor and manage project scope, schedules, and budgets; recommend
approvals for payments, change orders, and design modifications. Conduct
site visits and chair construction meetings; maintain rigorous
documentation including daily logs, contractor activity, safety
compliance, and progress updates. Collaborate with sustainability and
facilities staff to ensure compliance with the Towns Fossil Free Fuel
goals. Present progress reports and recommendations to the Building
Commission, Select Board, and Town Meeting; attend public hearings as
needed. Ensure successful project close-out, including inspections,
punch lists, and warranty administration. Qualifications: Preferred
Background: Registered Architect or Professional Engineer with 5 years
of construction and supervision experience, OR Bachelors degree in
Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management with 7 years in
public construction oversight. Special Requirements: Valid drivers
license Massachusetts Certified Owners Project Manager (or ability to
obtain within 6 months) Must be independent of all contractors and
designers involved in Town projects The Ideal Candidate: The ideal
candidate will have a solid understanding of building codes, public
procurement laws, and sustainable construction practices, along with
hands-on experience managing complex capital projects. Proficiency in
Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project is essential, as are strong
communication, organizational, and leadership skills. The candidate
should be capable of coordinating interdisciplinary teams, resolving
on-site challenges, and maintaining effective relationships with
contractors, designers, and municipal stakeholders. Experience with
municipal projects particularly fire stations and a background in MEP
system upgrades or electrification initiatives is highly desirable.
Familiarity with fossil fuel system replacements and infrastructure
planning to support Fossil Free Fuel (FFF) conversions is a strong
asset. Why Brookline? The Town of Brookline is leading the way in
sustainable municipal development, making bold investments in its
infrastructure to support a Fossil Free Fuel (FFF) future. As Owners
Project Manager, you\'ll be at the forefront of this effort modernizing
critical public safety facilities and helping shape the Towns long-term
capital improvement strategy. This is a project t rm-limited role.
Manager (OPM) to oversee and drive capital construction projects,
including a new fire station and major renovations to existing fire
station facilities. This term-limited position offers an exciting
opportunity to manage the construction of a new fire station and the
major renovation and mechanical overhaul of existing fire stations as
part of Brooklines bold commitment to Fossil Free Fuel (FFF) in public
buildings. Reporting to the Building Commissioner, the OPM will be
responsible for full-cycle capital project management ensuring work is
completed on time, within budget, and aligned with Brooklines
sustainability goals. Key Project: Fire Station Construction & FFF
Renovations New construction of a state-of-the-art fire station, built
to modern public safety standards. Comprehensive renovations to Fire
Stations 1 and 4 as part of Brooklines Fossil Free Fuel conversion
initiative. Work includes: Removal of fossil fuel based mechanical,
heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Installation
of new fossil-free HVAC systems. Significant electrical infrastructure
upgrades to support new FFF technology. Complete MEP (Mechanical,
Electrical, and Plumbing) modernization. Key Responsibilities: Serve as
the Towns lead representative on Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
projects, especially those under the FFF initiative. Oversee design,
construction, and compliance for fire station projects, ensuring
coordination among engineers, contractors, and utility providers.
Monitor and manage project scope, schedules, and budgets; recommend
approvals for payments, change orders, and design modifications. Conduct
site visits and chair construction meetings; maintain rigorous
documentation including daily logs, contractor activity, safety
compliance, and progress updates. Collaborate with sustainability and
facilities staff to ensure compliance with the Towns Fossil Free Fuel
goals. Present progress reports and recommendations to the Building
Commission, Select Board, and Town Meeting; attend public hearings as
needed. Ensure successful project close-out, including inspections,
punch lists, and warranty administration. Qualifications: Preferred
Background: Registered Architect or Professional Engineer with 5 years
of construction and supervision experience, OR Bachelors degree in
Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management with 7 years in
public construction oversight. Special Requirements: Valid drivers
license Massachusetts Certified Owners Project Manager (or ability to
obtain within 6 months) Must be independent of all contractors and
designers involved in Town projects The Ideal Candidate: The ideal
candidate will have a solid understanding of building codes, public
procurement laws, and sustainable construction practices, along with
hands-on experience managing complex capital projects. Proficiency in
Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project is essential, as are strong
communication, organizational, and leadership skills. The candidate
should be capable of coordinating interdisciplinary teams, resolving
on-site challenges, and maintaining effective relationships with
contractors, designers, and municipal stakeholders. Experience with
municipal projects particularly fire stations and a background in MEP
system upgrades or electrification initiatives is highly desirable.
Familiarity with fossil fuel system replacements and infrastructure
planning to support Fossil Free Fuel (FFF) conversions is a strong
asset. Why Brookline? The Town of Brookline is leading the way in
sustainable municipal development, making bold investments in its
infrastructure to support a Fossil Free Fuel (FFF) future. As Owners
Project Manager, you\'ll be at the forefront of this effort modernizing
critical public safety facilities and helping shape the Towns long-term
capital improvement strategy. This is a project t rm-limited role.