Director of Capital Improvement

SALARY INFORMATION

$119,620.80 - $139,921.60 Annually

• Starting Salary: $119,620.80
• After Six Months of Successful Employment: $122,054.40
• After One Year of Successful Employment: $124,342.40
• Maximum Salary is achieved after four successful years of employment.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The Role:

• Responsible for a multi-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) that identifies and prioritizes the needs and funding sources for City assets. The CIP helps ensure that capital improvements are fiscally sound and align with the City's long-term goals and objectives, utilizing a priority-based budgeting approach.
• Ensures compliance with the state’s zoning laws for executing and maintaining a Capital Improvement Plan.
• Directs the orderly planning of infrastructure improvements and helps define a funding plan to maintain and protect existing infrastructure, as well as implementing improvements that are in line with ADA accessibility guidelines and Mi-OSHA requirements and guidelines.
• Collaborates closely with the Finance Director to align capital improvements with the budget cycle to support City priorities and optimize project throughput.
• Monitors, controls, and reports active projects to ensure fiscal and schedule requirements, eliminate bottlenecks, and enhance visibility.
• Works in conjunction with the Planning and Economic Development Director to advance the use of economic development tools to ensure the City maximizes its investment.
• Advances the annual Capital Improvement Planning (CIP) process and ensures all funding compliance and reporting requirements.
• Pursues external appropriated, programmatic, and grant-matching funds to supplement and maximize City investments.

• Project Management of key construction activities including City Center Project, Civic Center Library, and Senior Wellness Center.
• Delivers projects on scope, at cost, and on schedule.
• Manages professional service agreements to facilitate quality studies, project planning, and design.
• Selects, manages, and oversees construction contractors to ensure quality, timely, and cost-efficient results.

• Employs an innovative approach to centralized asset management and facility maintenance planning for all City-owned facilities to manage the City’s asset portfolio, including public buildings, parks, transportation infrastructure, and utilities. Ensures assets are maintained, tracked, and utilized to their fullest potential.
• Develops and implements asset management strategies in conjunction with other department heads that align with the City’s long-term goals and priorities.
• Oversees routine and preventive maintenance programs for City assets. Ensures that maintenance schedules are followed and that assets are kept in excellent condition to prevent costly repairs and downtime.
• Develops and manages budgets for asset maintenance and improvement projects.
• Monitors expenditures, tracks financial performance, and ensures cost-effective use of resources.
• Maintains accurate records of asset conditions, performance, and lifecycle costs. Analyzes data to make informed decisions about asset management and strategic investments.

• Responsible for continuing Livonia Vision 21 development plan.
• Works with the Mayor’s Office to manage the diverse operating environment including politicians, residents, industry associations, civic groups, private sector, non-profits, and academia – to increase program visibility and enhance the City’s image.
• Works with the Communications Department to develop and implement the capital improvement communications and engagement plan to raise awareness, enhance credibility, create excitement, and encourage citizen and stakeholder engagement.

• Integrates with leadership, politicians, fellow directors, and inter-governmental agencies to coordinate plans and actions.
• Leads from the front, setting the example and acting as spokesperson for all City capital programs.
• Provides leadership to attract, train, and direct support staff.
• Creates and maintains influential relationships with key municipal, industry, civic, academic, and private business leaders.

• Community Impact: Your work will directly contribute to the betterment of our City and its residents. Experience the satisfaction of seeing your projects come to life and make a real difference.
• Supportive Environment: Join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth. We’re committed to helping you succeed and advance in your career.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a balanced work environment with flexible hours and a commitment to your well-being.
• Great Benefits: We offer competitive salary packages, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND APPLICATION PROCESS

By the closing date of this announcement, an applicant must:

• Be a citizen of the United States or a resident alien with the right to work in the United States.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Urban Affairs, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Economics, Finance, or a related field; or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, abilities, and skills.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification is preferred.
• Six (6) or more years of extensive experience working with large capital improvement programs and a proven track record as a high-level administrator, preferably in the government sector.
• Four (4) years of supervisory and management experience.