What are the responsibilities and job description for the PROJECT MANAGER position at Fayetteville Public Works Commission?
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Project Manager to join our Corporate Services Division. This position is crucial for managing a wide variety of projects throughout the company, overseeing each phase from conceptual development through to completion. If you have a strong background in project management and a passion for leading cross-functional teams, we encourage you to apply.
Nature & Scope
As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing a wide variety of projects throughout the company, overseeing each phase from conceptual development through completion. You will direct the efforts of cross-functional personnel temporarily assigned to projects, ensuring successful project execution.
Required Skills/Abilities
- Thorough knowledge of safety rules, regulations, procedures, and practices.
- Thorough knowledge of operational management concepts and practices.
- Ability to shift between multiple projects, be a critical thinker, and visualize the big picture while being detail oriented.
- Ability to prepare and present project reports to management.
- Strong influence, collaboration, planning, and organization skills.
- Sound knowledge of problem-solving techniques.
- Ability to lead high-performing teams and negotiate with team members to achieve desired results.
- Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing.
- Proficiency in applicable computer software programs for communication, word processing, spreadsheet, and database management, especially Microsoft Word, Project, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to manage, prioritize, and delegate work.
- Ability to prepare and maintain reports and records.
- Ability to manage and supervise people and projects.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of employees, customers, officials, vendors, contractors, and the general public.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Industrial Management, Business, or a related field, certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute preferred, and a minimum of five years of experience in a project management capacity, including at least three years of supervisory experience OR
- An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience as defined above.
Special Requirements
- Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina Driver’s License.
Equipment Operated
- Computer
- Calculator
- Communication equipment
- Other equipment as required
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position.
Safety Hazards
- Minimal.
Protective Equipment
- As required in the Public Works Commission’s Safety Manual.
Employer’s Rights
This job description is general and illustrative of the kind of duties required of this position. It is not exhaustive and does not contain a detailed description of all the duties that may be assigned to the incumbent occupying this position.
Grade: 415 $92,151.15 - $121,409.14
Salary : $92,151 - $121,409
