Job Overview
This is a full-time grant funded position and is contingent upon renewal of grant(s). The Capital Projects Manager will be assigned capital projects in which grants for the planning, design, and construction elements of projects have been appropriated. The position is 100% grant supported and not eligible for general fund support.
The Capital Projects Manager position supports the Capital Program Manager and Executive Director in the development and execution of transportation and transit projects as part of the capital improvement program. This person will be responsible for directing planning and engineering consultant teams in all aspects of design and plan preparation for roadway, highway, transit and multi-modal improvement projects in both project leadership and partnership roles with City, County, Regional, and State agencies in and around the Tahoe Basin. The incumbent will deliver projects by agreed grant requirements, plan, budget, and quality objectives. They will lead, assign, and review work of project delivery teams; check work and progress and identify changes of scope and additional services. Develop and oversee contracts, budgets, and schedules. The incumbent will lead and/or assist with grant development, request proposals and interview preparation and participation. Additionally, they will provide technical direction, support and strategic planning while being a visible and active member of the Transportation community.
Duties
Report to the Capital Program Manager and Executive Director regularly to maintain critical lines of communication on capital project delivery and risk mitigation strategies.
Develop and maintain trusted adviser relationships with key transportation partners and guide the application of strategic transportation policies that are solution oriented towards the successful implementation of capital projects.
Participate in ongoing strategic positioning for regionally significant multi-modal project opportunities.
Responsible for successful scoping, contracting and project execution, working closely with office leadership.
Manage transportation and transit capital projects involving multi-modal facilities, as well as assisting in preparing strategic plans for discipline growth, preparing scopes of work, conducting quality control reviews.
Provide overall project leadership, manage transit and transportation planning/engineering, and project development activities.
Lead moderate to large projects for planning and implementation.
Manage projects of all significance, including developing solutions for difficult problems/tasks of unusual complexity and scope that require a high degree of innovation and ingenuity.
Project Manager duties also include responsibility for management and contract performance across multiple disciplines.
Plan, direct and coordinate activities of projects to ensure the goals or objectives of these projects are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters.
Regularly monitor the progress of projects or tasks through project management reviews.
Maintain proper quality assurance and quality control.
Direct and coordinate activities of consultants and partner agency reviews to ensure project progresses within scope, on schedule, and within prescribed budget.
Initiate and review price proposals. Participate in interviews and presentations as applicable.
Serve as a representative of TTD at meetings, presentations, and public hearings/reviews related to assigned projects.
Ensure compliance with grant requirements and reporting.
Responsible for grant development, tracking, and capital programing support.
Responsible for working within the TTD’s project management software, work breakdown structure, financial administration, and procurement process.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge of:
Experience in managing multimodal projects for planning/engineering and implementation of capital improvement programs.
Requires extensive progressive technical experience in transportation.
Requires knowledge and experience of Federal and State transportation regulations and programs, including FTA, FHWA, and NEPA, preference to have experience in CEQA and TRPA regulations. With no experience in CEQA and TRPA, must have the willingness to become proficient.
Knowledge of Caltrans local programs procedures and/or Nevada Department of Transportation Local Project procedures.
Excellent organizational and project/program management skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both verbally and in writing.
Strong computer skills; proficiency in MS Office, including Excel, Access, Project.
Strong facilitation and negotiating skills.
Strong analytical and forecasting/planning skills.
Ability to:
Work independently, and as a team member, balancing multiple priorities.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including a variety of County and other government officials, community groups, and the general public, through collaborative leadership.
Work under pressure.
Analyze, problem solve and develop win/win solutions.
Education and Experience:
Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Public Administration, Engineering, Natural Resources Management, or a related field.
Five (5) years of increasingly responsible professional experience as a Project Manager in planning, engineering, transportation organization and/or capital projects.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $85,100.00 - $111,985.00 per year
Benefits:
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- federal & state transportation regulations: 5 years (Required)
- FTA, FHWA, & NEPA : 5 years (Required)
- Project Manager: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Stateline, NV 89449
