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City of Atlanta · 2 months ago

DWM Green Infrastructure Project Manager (Office of Watershed Protection)

72 Marietta St, Atlanta, GA, 30303, US

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

The City of Atlanta is seeking a DWM Green Infrastructure Project Manager to oversee green infrastructure projects for stormwater treatment and management. This role involves managing projects from conceptual development through design and construction, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, and coordinating with various stakeholders.

GovernmentInformation ServicesNon Profit

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Oversee planning, design, scheduling, and construction of green stormwater infrastructure projects, including, but not limited, to green roofs, rain gardens, bioswales, permeable pavements, and tree plantings

Develop scope of work for each project that includes budgetary numbers and the goal of each project, maintaining compliance with local, state, and federal regulations

Coordinate with the design team and/or contractor to develop AutoCAD design and construction drawings

Review the designs, plans, and scheduling of projects

Review engineering drawings and design plans for constructability

Direct project field staff and contractors, as appropriate, ensuring that project deliverables and deadlines are met

Manage and track job costs and budgets

Attend progress and field meetings; represent the City of Atlanta as the owner’s representative for green infrastructure projects

Work with the Procurement and Finance teams to manage budgets and contracts with City vendors. Provide supporting documentation for legislation related to vendor contracts

Respond to and follow up on violations of the City’s Greenway Acquisition Plan, which is the guiding document for maintaining compliance on the City’s protected Greenway properties. This may include communication with private citizens, the Department of Law, and/or other external entities

Oversee compliance for internal and external construction projects on DWM deed-restricted properties

May perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Green infrastructure projectsConstruction project managementAutoCADMicrosoft SuiteProject management softwarePlant species identificationBudget managementVendor coordinationCommunication skillsLeadership skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Urban Planning, Natural Resources, or related field; commensurate experience may also be acceptable

Five (5) to seven (7) years of experience in a role related to construction project management, infrastructure design, and/or construction implementation

Direct experience with green infrastructure projects

Able to review and interpret construction/engineering drawings for field implementation

Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in construction and landscaping

Able to oversee contracts, manage budgets, and coordinate with vendors

Able to develop bid specifications, oversee vendor performance, and ensure compliance with project terms and requirements

Able to clearly and confidently direct vendors, contractors, and project staff

Able to effectively balance the demands of fieldwork and office responsibilities, adapting to a varied workload that shifts with seasonal priorities

Able to speak and write clearly, concisely, and persuasively using correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation with ability to communicate one-on-one or in group settings

Able to perform work with a high degree of accuracy and organization

Strong management skills and business acumen, including critical thinking, problem-solving, vision, ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects and meet deadlines, collaboration, leadership, decision-making, and ability to analyze diverse facts and develop concise reports and recommendations

Mature professional attitude and considerable discretion, including ability to manage confidential information

Able to work independently with initiative, as well as cooperatively as part of a team

Able to demonstrate tact and diplomacy when dealing with difficult or sensitive situations

Preferred

8+ years of experience

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Certified Construction Manager (CCM)

Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) certified

NGICP certified

Licensed in applicable field of study

Company

City of Atlanta

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Atlanta, Georgia, USA

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