Facilities Project Manager I

About Our Job

The Denver Public Library (DPL) is a growing urban library system that serves the residents of the City & County of Denver. DPL sees more than 4 million visitors every year across its 27 locations, serves Denver’s most vulnerable communities through outreach and mobile services, hosts thousands of programs a year and manages a collection of more than 1.4 million physical and digital materials. We believe a strong library is vital for a strong community. DPL is committed to serving the evolving needs of the community through inspired programming, diverse collections, culturally-representative spaces, and equitable policies & procedures. For more information, go to denverlibrary.org. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn.

ABOUT OUR TEAM

The Facilities Management Department includes strategic asset management, master planning, design & construction oversight, project management, sustainability, operations, maintenance & repair of buildings and equipment, custodial services, delivery / courier, snow removal, landscape, and mail & supply management for the DPL system. The Facilities team is rapidly expanding to meet the needs of our community and internal customers.

Our team office is located at the Central Library in downtown Denver; however, the nature of work is system-wide and often requires on-site meetings at DPL branch locations and other city offices.

ABOUT THE JOB

Denver Public Library is hiring a Facilities Project Manager to support the Facilities Planning, Design & Construction department. The Facilities Project Manager is responsible for all phases of project management activities related to facilities improvements, including : system replacements, building upgrades, space modifications, interior refreshes, furniture, fixtures and equipment, and renovation projects. This role will lead engagement between the DPL stakeholders, city partners, project design consultants and building contractors; supports the full implementation of contracted services, products and project management work from inception to completion, warranty period and throughout the asset life cycle. Project management duties will also include communication, documentation, scheduling, quality control, progress updates, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure project completion.

This position plays a critical role in taking the built environment to the next level in alignment with the library’s Strategic Roadmap.

Duties for this position include :

Manages, coordinates, and tracks all phases of simple and complex projects. The project phases include initial planning (budgeting / scheduling), programming, design, construction, closeout and warranty.

Cultivates, fosters, and maintains positive working relationships with colleagues, project team members and stakeholders to gain cooperation, support and trust.

Works closely with stakeholders throughout the library and City agencies to develop a level of understanding of their project needs, and a sense of trust to deliver a successful project on their behalf.

Develops and monitors the project Scope, Schedule and Budget accounting for all aspects of the project to ensure it is delivered on-time, on-target, and on-budget.

Prepares scopes of work and other necessary information required for Request for Qualifications (RFQs) and Request for Proposals (RFPs). Responds to questions concerning the project and / or contract(s) during the proposal / bidding period.

Manages the development of construction documents prepared by consultants and performs design and constructability reviews on projects.

Reviews projects for Codes and Standards compliance. Coordinates with other city agencies / departments and other governmental agencies to obtain necessary permits and clearances to ensure regulatory compliance.

Oversees the overall change control processes and quality assurance aspects of the project to ensure project success.

Attends Owner, Architect and Contractor (OAC) meetings and monitors construction progress and quality. Monitors projects for conformance to the contract documents.

Prepares and communicates project status reports to distribute to key stakeholders, and continually evaluates / mitigates risks associated with projects.

Serves as a primary point of contact between internal and external teams.

Oversees the close-out, transfer of data, turnover process, the transition into occupancy and warranty period.

Supports ongoing condition assessments of the real estate portfolio and incorporation into project scopes.

Provides support for department leadership and other facilities projects as needed.

Coordinates post construction move-in and pre construction move out process.

Reviews of subcontractors’ submittals and RFIs for compliance with scope design documentation, and coordination with other disciplines against the design documentation prior to forwarding to the design team for their review.

Other duties as required.

Education and Experience Requirements

College coursework in a related field required. Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture preferred, or equivalent experience.

Three (3) years of commercial or municipal project management experience in the Design, Construction and / or Facilities Management industry.

Required Skills / Competencies

Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.

Strong communication and organizational skills.

Proven success in a team setting, working with all levels of management.

Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.

Knowledge of :

Commercial design & construction best practices

Building systems and materials

Project scheduling

Building life cycle concepts

Detailed knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, drawings and specifications, project health, safety, and environment (HSE), quality, building materials, and required standards as per subject area.

Ability to apply basic engineering / problem-solving principles to construction challenges.

Knowledge of procurement activities including requisitions and contracts, contract negotiation and administration.

Ability to properly interpret library policies and procedures.

Planning, organizational, and time management skills with the ability to multitask, prioritize own work, and direct-report tasks.

Demonstrated ability to support complex projects.

Ability to support multiple projects in various stages of the project cycle.

Ability to organize and schedule meetings across multiple calendars.

Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with a variety of people with different backgrounds and experiences.

Demonstrates initiative, resourcefulness, and organizational skills.

Ability to prioritize competing priorities and follow projects through to completion.

Demonstrates commitment to Denver Public Library values of equity, welcoming, connection, curiosity, and stewardship.

Preferred Skills / Competencies

Experience with industry technology such as Enterprise Asset Management / Computerized Maintenance Management Systems, Design & Construction Management software (ProCore, PM4 , BlueBeam, BIM, etc.), task management programs (Asana), and Project Management software (MS Project / P6).

Please submit an application and resume at your earliest convenience in order to be considered for this role. This posting will remain open until filled.

About Everything Else

Job Profile

LE3460 Project Manager I Engineering

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Position Type

Unlimited

Library Hiring Range

84,604.00 - $112,100.00

Starting Pay

82,540 - $109,366

Agency

Denver Public Library

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Salary : $82,540 - $109,366