Capital Project Manager

General Statement of Duties

This position supports the County Manager’s Office with a focus on the implementation of the Capital Improvement Plan, and initiatives of the County’s Strategic Plan. The position serves as a project manager implementing projects included in the Capital Improvement Plan, offering the opportunity to work on a variety of construction projects and initiatives that have a meaningful impact on Franklin County.

Duties and Responsibilities/Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Essential Duties and Tasks

• Works with consultants and contractors to manage the planning, design and construction of development projects. Reviews project documents such as design drawings and specifications, engineering calculations, shop drawings, for permitting compliance.
• Manages project budgets and vendor contracts for consultants and contractors
• Represents Franklin County and serves as liaison to committees, boards, commissions, strategic initiatives, citizen groups and other governmental agencies. Participates in County-wide team activities working on specific issues and assignments
• Compiles and analyzes data on site conditions and prepares site plans, working drawings, specifications, and cost estimates for project development. Develops bid documents, obtains permits, prepares all necessary contract forms and documents and manages the bidding process
• Performs construction administration including coordinating contract execution, reviewing pay applications, approving change orders, and conducting project close-out. Inspects construction work in progress to ensure compliance with project specifications, to approve quality of materials and work, and to advise clients and construction personnel on project needs and procedures
• Conducts research and special studies pertaining to county facility development, maintenance, regulations and ordinances
• Assists in the preparation of grant applications and coordinates grant submission for specific capital projects

• Principles, practices and methods of landscape architecture.

• Providing project management, organization and logistics coordination using effective project management principles and practices.
• Techniques and methods for organizing, prioritizing, assigning and monitoring project tasks, consultants, contractors and occasionally other staff, including practices and methods of coaching and leading the work of others.
• Interpreting and applying applicable federal, state, and local laws and codes, regulations, standards and monitoring compliance with applicable plans, standards, regulations and contracts.
• Principles and methods of qualitative and quantitative research, critical thinking and analysis.
• Researching industry trends, solutions, emerging technologies, and best practices.
• Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment.
• Researching technical issues and articulating recommendations.
• Principles and practices of budget development and administration and interpreting, monitoring, and reporting financial information and statistics.
• Proficient with modern office technology, including Microsoft Office Suite, Sharepoint, and computer aided design and drafting software.
• Utilizing computer and relevant software applications including Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, ArcGIS online and Autodesk/AutoCAD.
• Strong communication skills and ability to effectively communicate complex information, both verbally and in writing, to a wide variety of audiences.
• Facilitating group discussions and building consensus using persuasive reasoning.
• Providing consultation and serving as a program liaison and subject matter expert.
• Exercising political acumen, tact and diplomacy.
• Principles and implementation of providing excellent customer service internally and externally.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Desirable Education and Experience

A bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field plus five years of related experience, an associate degree plus professional license (General Contractor, Building Inspector) plus five years of related experience, or other equivalent combination of education and experience.
Salary will be based on experience and education.

Other Information

Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license.

Franklin County offers a competitive benefits package designed to encourage and support your health, well-being and productivity. Benefit options include medical and dental insurance; elective supplemental insurance options such as short-term disability, vision, and voluntary term life; local government retirement; 401(k) with a 4% employer contribution (no employee match required); generous paid leave that includes 13 county-observed paid holidays per year; an employee wellness program inclusive of a county sponsored gym and an employee assistance program.