NEOGOV · 2 months ago
Municipal Project Manager
Arkansas City, KS
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$52K/yr - $94K/yr
3+ years expNEOGOV is a company that provides innovative solutions for public sector organizations. They are seeking a Municipal Project Manager to lead the planning, design, procurement, and delivery of municipal capital and operational projects for Arkansas City.
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Responsibilities
Selects, supervises, directs and evaluates assigned staff, processes employee concerns and problems, directs work, counsels, disciplines, and completes employee performance appraisals
Chairs and coordinates the City’s CIP Committee, facilitating interdepartmental collaboration to identify, evaluate and prioritize capital projects
Leads development of the multi-year Capital Improvement Plan, ensuring accurate cost estimates, justifications and funding strategies
Prepares and presents CIP updates and recommendations to the City Manager and City Commission for approval and adoption
Ensures integration of CIP projects with the City’s annual budget, grants and long-term financial planning
Maintains accurate project data in the City’s CIP database and updates project tracking dashboards for transparency and accountability
Delivers assigned capital projects using recognized PM methodologies including PMI, CMAA, or equivalent
Develops scopes, budgets, schedules, risk registers, QA/QC plans, and change management strategies
Manages all phases of project execution including design, permitting, procurement, construction, commissioning, and close-out
Tracks and reports performance using Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as CPI, SPI, contingency utilization and milestone completion
Prepares RFQs, RFPs, and bid packages and participates in consultant and contractor selection and negotiation
Administers contracts for professional services and construction including submittal review, pay applications, RFIs, change orders, claims avoidance and warranty close-out
Oversees and maintains City-owned property lease agreements, ensuring compliance with lease provisions, documentation standards and payment schedules
Manages the City’s Enterprise fleet management contract and WEX fuel card program, ensuring vehicle lifecycle efficiency, cost control, proper utilization and adherence to maintenance and fuel accountability standards
Collaborates with Public Services, Environmental Services, Finance, Legal, Planning and other departments to advance project delivery
Serves as the City’s point of contact to KDOT District 5 and for all KDOT permit approvals
Coordinates with consultants, contractors, utilities and regulatory agencies to resolve field conflicts and ensures compliance with local, state and federal standards
Prepares and delivers project briefings and reports for the City Manager, CIP Committee and City Commission
Assists in developing and tracking project budgets within the City’s Capital Improvement Program
Works with Finance and the City Manager’s Office to ensure fiscal accountability, proper coding and compliance with funding requirements
Seeks, applies for and administers grant-funded projects ensuring compliance, reimbursement and timely reporting
Oversees specialized programs such as bridge inspections, stormwater management, fleet and asset management and Title VI compliance
Maintains comprehensive project documentation including environmental clearances, ROW, bonding, permits and billing records
Plans and facilitates public meetings, briefings and outreach to maintain transparency and build community trust
Coordinates with the Communications Office on public notices, press releases and responses to citizen inquiries
Captures lessons learned and improves internal PM templates, procedures and tools
Mentors staff, fosters collaboration and promotes a culture of safety, accountability, sustainability and innovation
Enforces and maintains compliance with all federal, state and local laws and ordinances
Complies with all organizational and departmental policies and procedures
Operates all job-related equipment, machinery, tools and other aids as required or needed
Protects and maintains any confidential information you have access to, whether oral, written, or electronic
Consistent attention and commitment to safety
Meaningful and sustained commitment to work well with others by treating everyone with dignity, respect, consideration and civility on a regular and consistent basis
Attending work on a regular and consistent basis
Performs other duties as assigned or deemed necessary
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or other equivalent
Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Construction Management, Project Management, Business Administration, Planning or a related field
Three years of experience managing public infrastructure, construction or capital projects
Valid Driver's License with safe driving record
Ability to obtain KDOT LPA Right-Of-Way and KDOT Pre-Project Certifications within one year of hire
Knowledge of principles and practices of public-sector project and construction management
Ability to analyze data, make informed decisions and manage competing priorities under tight deadlines
Familiar with environmental regulations, ROW and utility coordination and KDOT/FHWA procedures
Skilled in project management software and financial tracking dashboards
Working knowledge of municipal budgeting, CIP planning and multi-year financial forecasting
Understanding of contracting, cost estimating, scheduling, risk management and value engineering
Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
Ability to fulfill all duties with minimal supervision and to work independently
Assess situations rapidly and make logical decisions in a timely manner
Analyze facts and exercise sound judgment
Ability to effectively manage projects and multiple priorities simultaneously
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Problem solving and critical thinking skills
Strong math, spelling, computer, and calculator abilities
Ability to communicate in a professional, calm and courteous manner with the general public and employees
Attention to detail
Preferred
PMP, CCM or PE (Kansas) Certifications preferred
Benefits
Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Kansas Health Insurance
Delta Dental of Kansas Dental Insurance
FSA/DCFSA
Vision Plan
Accident
Critical Illness
Short-Term Disability
Cancer
Heart/Stroke
457b Deferred Compensation Plan
Roth 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
KPERS/KP&F
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
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CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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