CPRS Job Listing

The Cosumnes Community Services District ("District") is seeking to hire a full-time Park Development Project Manager in the Parks and Recreation / Parks Development Division to join our team.

Under general direction, the Park Development Project Manager performs professional project management activities related to parks, and associated facilities and structures, construction, landscape architecture, streetscape development, rehabilitation, and renovation activities, including coordinating and overseeing the planning, development, environmental review, design and construction of District capital projects; performs contract administration, project management, construction inspection and coordinates activities with various outside agencies, contractors, municipalities, and other District departments; and performs a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility.

Salary Information:
The salary range for the Park Development Project Manager (Construction Manager) classification is between $7,552 - $10,626 per month. The District typically appoints new employees at step 1 of the salary range. Consideration for an appointment higher than step 1 will be based on experience, education, or the need for unique skills or knowledge, and shall be no more than the midpoint of the salary range.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Note: The following duties are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of a specific statement on duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all the duties listed. Employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level as required.

 

• Responsible for project management, consultant management, and administration of multiple parks, facilities, and/or other capital improvement projects, through all stages, including planning, budgeting, design, permitting, bidding, construction, and closeout, ensuring adherence to District standards and regulations, including complex projects for the parks department’s Park Maintenance Management Plan (PMMP).
• Coordinates and manages consultants to prepare construction plans and documents; reviews plans, specifications and schedules; prepares plan review comments; ensures projects meet District and local standards, regulations, policies, guidelines, and specifications; conducts project planning activities; provides oversight and input into the conceptual project design; investigates and resolves potential problems or areas for improvement.
• Prepares, negotiates, reviews, and administers construction contracts and related documents, including specifications, cost estimates, bid packages, project submittals, Requests for Information (RFI), and written correspondence; manages bid process, including pre-bid conferences and walk-throughs; provides technical information in response to bidder inquiries; participates in selection processes.
• Oversees the project budgeting and accounting; reviews, approves, and processes contractor progress payments and change orders; resolves construction/contract-related disputes and field issues, halts construction, or withholds payment when necessary.
• Monitors and manages consultants through construction activities for best practices and compliance with plans, specifications, codes, safety, and environmental regulations; reports on deficient work; performs inspections of construction projects for compliance with plans and specifications, including coordinating with the City of Elk Grove and its contractors to approve landscape improvements.
• Completes project documentation and reporting, including preparation of agendas for meetings, daily inspection reports, and weekly working day statements; takes photographs and detailed notes of progress; records material deliveries, weather conditions, and equipment on site; maintains a punch list of items requiring correction.
• Prepares, reviews, and completes reports, correspondence, and presentation materials for internal use, Board meetings, and public communication; compiles technical data and assists in assembling supporting visuals and documents.
• Provides technical information and instruction regarding applicable procedures and methods; interprets and explains rules, regulations, and procedures; answers questions and resolves concerns.
• Serves as a liaison with District departments, divisions, regulatory agencies, planning agencies, consultants, trade and professional associations, and the public; attends various meetings; responds to inquiries and complaints professionally and effectively.
• Ensures compliance with Federal, State, County, and local codes and applicable legislation and regulations; coordinates and schedules regulatory agency and special inspections for construction projects.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities may be considered qualifying at the sole discretion of the District. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:

 Education and Training: 
 

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in landscape architecture, park planning, construction or project management, public administration, business administration, engineering, architecture, or a related field.

 Experience: 
 

• Three (3) years of experience in construction administration, construction inspection, landscape architecture, civil engineering, and/or contract management.

 
 Special Requirements: 
 

• Must possess a valid California class "C" driver's license, with a clean driving record, and maintain throughout employment.

Desirable Qualifications: 
 

• Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Construction Manager (CMIT / CCM), Certified Building Inspector, Licensed Landscape Architect, Qualified SWPPP Developer (QSD) and/or Practitioner (QSP) are desirable.

ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED ONLINE AT: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cosumnescsd.