Under the leadership and guidance of the Public Works Director, this position coordinates construction of various projects for Yellowstone County by overseeing design projects, including roadways, traffic controls, and drainage systems; does related work as required.
Serves as project manager on assigned projects; oversees, directs, and reviews the work of technical project staff including consultants;
Responsible for overseeing projects from conception to completion, ensuring they are executed within the designated timeline, budget, and quality standards;
Establishes design criteria to be used by project staff and/or outside consultants; establish grades for streets, curbs and gutters, alleys or other paving projects, drainage lines and facilities, and similar projects; prepares preliminary and final estimates of work and material requirements; coordinates required advertising for bids;
Acts as a project manager; research applicable codes, regulations, and requirements for assigned project; oversees the development of construction plans and specifications; oversees and coordinates changes as field conditions warrant;
Inspects construction site to monitor progress and ensure conformance to engineering plans, specifications, and construction;
Prepares change orders; reviews contractors' estimates and prepares/reviews progress payments;
Oversees construction inspectors in the interpretation of plans and resolution of problems during construction; reviews as-built plans to ensure compliance with original plans and specifications;
Reviews private contract projects and subdivision plans for conformance with County policies, standards, and accepted engineering practices; meets with architects, engineers, and developers to provide preliminary review of development concept and design; participates in the Development Review Committee;
Reviews and processes requests for Special Improvement Districts, petitions to accept or abandon right-of-way, encroachment permits, address assignment and site development ordinance variance request;
Coordinates with Public Works Director in evaluating procedures and developing new and improved practices;
Participates in policy and plan development;
Provides technical assistance and support to other division and departments; provides public counter support to developers, builders, contractors and the general public pertaining to County Public Works issues and related requirements; attends public meetings as requested;
Assists the subdivision coordinator with review of Subdivisions, surveys and other land use plans or projects;
Prepares policy and regulation updates when warranted;
Performs related work as required.
Education/Experience/Training:
Graduation from college or university of recognized standing with a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field;
and
One (1) years' experience within the field;
or
Any equivalent combination of education and experience totaling five (5) years.
Certifications:
Valid Driver's License issued by the State of Montana.
Desired Certification:
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
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