JOB OVERVIEW
The City of Harrisburg is accepting resumes for the position of Project Manager in the Department of Facilities and Special Projects. The City of Harrisburg’s Project Manager will bring enthusiasm and energy while playing a crucial role in the implementation and oversight of all City Facilities major and minor capital projects. A few of these responsibilities are the preparation of reports and documentation to substantiate compliance of activities with federal and state regulations. You will participate in a wide range of activities related to the planning, design and construction of many of our capital projects.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
The City of Harrisburg offers a salary range of $55,000.00. to $60,000.00. This full-time position also includes an excellent benefits package: defined pension plan, paid holidays, paid time off (vacation, sick and personal time) and health care benefits (medical, dental, prescription and vision).
If interested, please submit your resume to:
City of Harrisburg, Bureau of Human Resources
The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. City Government Center
10 N. 2nd Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101
Phone: (717) 255-6475
Email: [email protected]
The City of Harrisburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Wanda R. D. Williams, Mayor
JOB TITLE
Project Manager
Department of Facilities and Special Projects
DEFINITION:
The City of Harrisburg’s Project Manager will bring enthusiasm and energy while playing a crucial role in the implementation and oversight of all City Facilities major and minor capital projects. A few of these responsibilities are the preparation of reports and documentation to substantiate compliance of activities with federal and state regulations. You will participate in a wide range of activities related to the planning, design and construction of many of our capital projects.
JOB LOCATION/EQUIPMENT:
Work is performed out of the Public Safety Building at 123 Walnut Street in Harrisburg. Fieldwork is required within the City of Harrisburg. Work involves the use of various machines such as a personal computer, scanner and printer, copy machine, telephone and other technological devices as necessary or required. Duties are typically performed weekdays from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, however, some travel to conferences and meetings outside the City is required. Some evening or weekend work may be required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Work involves, but is not limited to, the following:
- Coordinates essential components of Facility’s projects.
- Performs contract administration and monitors contractors and recipients of both grant and general funded project funds to ensure compliance with all budget, contract, regulatory and statutory requirements.
- Collects and maintains all required records, prepares reports and manages project closeout activities.
- Interfaces directly with managers, employees, contractors, vendors and the public to clearly define project requirements and specifications.
- Develops statements of work to solicit design and construction contractors.
- Works with design consultants to design the facility, including conducting extensive outreach to the public to obtain feedback.
- Ability to define project parameters.
- Monitors construction to ensure the finished project meets specifications, grant requirements and is completed on time and within budget.
- Ensures effective communication among consultants, contractors, department heads and other stakeholders.
- Conducts field inspections to collect data, verify existing/actual, oversee contractor performance and monitor conformance with plans/specifications.
- Assists with the administration of the public procurement process, and recommends action on design and construction contracts.
- Maintains regular, punctual, and predictable attendance.
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Performs other related duties as assigned or required.
- Participate in the vendor grading process.
- Familiarity with 3rd class city procurement policies.
- Comprehension of municipal budgeting practices.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with others, maintain excellent interpersonal skills and promote a positive work environment.
- Working knowledge of the public procurement process and the principles of contract administration.
- Ability to organize, set priorities and exercise sound independent judgment within areas of responsibility.
- Ability to listen attentively and communicate clearly and effectively, both orally, and in writing, and prepare clear, concise and comprehensive reports and other written materials.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of grant management, public procurement, and project and contract management.
- Ability to maintain detailed records.
- Ability to extract and analyze data for reporting purposes.
- Ability to exercise discretion and utilize sound judgment with project participants.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with individuals, businesses, non-profit organizations and federal, state and municipal government representatives.
- Ability to anticipate and meet project schedules and deadlines.
- Ability to identify administrative or operational deficiencies and make recommendations for positive changes to the Senior Project Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in public or business administration, project management, construction administration, or related field and four (4) years of progressively responsible experience working in the private sector or as a public official in administration of state and/or federal grants, project management and/or construction administration. Any other equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will also be considered. A PMP certification is preferred. Must possess a valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License, Class C.
