NEOGOV · 3 weeks ago
Project Manager - Campus Planning & Development
Oregon Zoo, OR
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$96K/yr - $129K/yr
4+ years expMetro is dedicated to shaping a better future for the greater Portland region. The Oregon Zoo is looking for a Project Manager II to provide overall design and construction project management for the Zoo’s capital projects, ensuring community engagement throughout. This role demands strong project management skills and effective communication with various stakeholders to ensure the successful completion of capital projects that meet the Zoo's vision and community needs.
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Responsibilities
Plan, develop, and execute programs, objectives, strategies, and budgets for complex, high-budget, and high-risk capital projects for Oregon Zoo
Develop, prepare, and review drawings, bid specifications, contracts, and other various requirements for each project, with attention to accessibility
Initiates identifying, developing, and executing alternative procurement strategies for capital projects ensuring alignment with the COBID procurement process
Acts as contract administrator, promoting transparency, fairness, and accountability throughout the procurement process
Coordinates, monitors, and evaluates construction progress. Inspects work and ensures compliance with specifications and timeliness of work completion
Analyzes suggestions for modification and recommends appropriate action to department administration, architects, and contractors
Develop, organize, and compile all data to prepare records from the initial planning design through construction, completion, operational testing, and after-test modifications
Monitor ongoing status and notifies Zoo and Metro administration of project progress, issues, and compliance
Supervise the activities of architects, engineers, and contracts on Zoo capital projects by creating and sustaining a collaborative work environment
Coordinate activities and ensures flow of information between architects, engineers, contractors, and Zoo and Metro administration providing transparency and collaboration across all levels of the project
Review and recommend action on contract progress payment requests, ensuring fair and timely payments in line with contract terms and project progress
Prepare reports and maintain files on the design process, construction process, and equipment procurement
Effectively facilitates design and construction meetings with staff, union representatives, and contractors to build a cohesive, collaborative, and innovative team culture. Ensures all voices are heard, moves the project forward, identifies next steps and who is doing that work, and moves the group from discussion to decision-making
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction engineering or related field
Four years of supervisory experience in public construction management
Any combination of education, professional, volunteer and lived experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the classification duties and responsibilities
The candidate selected for the position will need to pass a Driving Record check prior to being hired
Preferred
Previous experience working in Zoo, Museum, Aquarium
Previous experience working with live animal exhibits
Previous experience working in a Union environment
Previous experience working in a Government Organization
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision health insurance
Paid sick leave
Paid vacation, holiday, and other leave
Paid parental leave
Full contribution to Oregon PERS retirement
No-cost TriMet Hop Pass
Employee Assistance Program
Training opportunities
Flexible schedules depending on position and department
Hybrid/Telework living in Oregon /Washington depending on position and department
Free admission to the Oregon Zoo (including ZooLights!)
Membership discount at Lloyd Athletic Club
Credit union eligibility
Access to financial wellness and legal consultation services
First-time home buying and ownership counseling
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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