What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Engineer III Horizontal Project Manager - Street Transportation Department (Temporary) position at Phoenix Police Department?

ABOUT THIS POSITION

Phoenix is the 5th largest city in the country, serving as Arizona's center of government, commerce, and culture. It is emerging in the new economy with strength in high technology, manufacturing, bioscience research and advanced business services. Phoenix is a progressive city, brimming with sports and cultural attractions, distinctive restaurants, fascinating museums, diverse residential options, and endless outdoor opportunities.

The Street Transportation Department has two vacancies for Civil Engineer III, Horizontal Project Manager positions. The CEIII position performs project management duties for the Street Transportation Department Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects. Projects range from small-scale to multi-million-dollar investments and can include paving, reconstructing or widening streets, installing traffic control devices, roadway lighting, and active transportation facilities such as bike lanes and pedestrian pathways.

Additional improvements often involve upgrading drainage systems, water and wastewater infrastructure, and integrating modern design elements to enhance safety, accessibility, and sustainability. Project management responsibilities include managing project design, preparing cost estimates, and overseeing construction administration. This involves supervising the design process, inspecting construction activities, and ensuring all work complies with standards, contracts, plans, and specifications for Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects. Additional responsibilities include coordinating with consultants and contractors and managing their performance.

Key duties include :

Supervising City staff to ensure projects are completed successfully and efficiently.
Utilizing the current city project delivery tools.
Technical specification review and creation for city standards.
Negotiating and preparing contract change orders and adjustments.
Producing and evaluating project cost estimates and construction documentation.
Reviewing construction document submittals, material submittals, and pay estimates.
Preparing scope of work, evaluating, and approving final engineering services and construction cost proposals.
Providing expert guidance on the technical aspects of project design and construction documentation.
Producing, reviewing, and interpreting plans and drawings to ensure compliance with standards and contract documents.
Preparing correspondence to vendors and furnishing comprehensive documentation for senior City staff members.
Overseeing the entire lifecycle of federally and locally CIP projects within the city's right-of-way, from initiation to design and construction.

One position is temporary. The temporary position will be funded through June 2026 and will be reviewed in a future budget cycle to determine if the position will be extended, ended, or made regular . The temporary position will have benefits but will not earn city retirement credits or participate financially into the city's retirement program. If the successful candidate is a current City employee, all benefits will still be applicable, and the employee will still contribute to their pension. Temporary positions are not covered under civil service rules, and thus employment is considered 'at-will' and employees may be separated at any time.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

Familiarity with local, state, and federal regulations.

Knowledge of :

Design and construction project administration.

Federal Aid project funding guidelines.

ADOT / MCDOT, railroad, and other agency processes and design / construction coordination.

Alternative Project Delivery Methods, construction methods, and materials and practices used in municipal Right-of-Way construction projects.

Ability to :

Review field projects being designed or constructed.

Manage multiple ongoing professional services and construction projects.

Present project related information during public meetings : for both in-person and virtual settings.

Lead a team of project managers on a wide range of horizonal design and construction projects.

Analyze project schedules, budgets, and critical paths to ensure timely and effective project delivery while maintaining adherence to both the schedule and budget constraints.

Investigate field issues affecting property owners, working with the construction team to ensure a seamless transition as projects move from the design to construction phases.

Conduct field investigations, inspections, and on-site meetings as necessary to verify compliance with City of Phoenix standards, codes, ordinances and approved drawings and specifications.

Proficient using Microsoft Applications (including MS Project).

SALARY

113,193 - $131,040 annually.

The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, and or training, as well as internal equity.

BENEFITS

A comprehensive benefits package is offered which includes :

Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions, click here for more details : Pension Information

401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions

Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA / HDHP plans

Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan

Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually

Dental, vision, and life insurance options

Employer paid long-term disability

Free Bus / light rail pass

Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year

Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days

Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period

Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi

For more details, visit : Unit 007 Benefits

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Four years of experience in the practice of civil engineering or architecture.

One year of experience supervising professional and technical staff.

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related engineering degree.

Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.

The City job description can be found here .

Must be registered in the State of Arizona as a Professional Engineer with proficiency in civil engineering within 12 months of hire.

All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.

Some positions require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized to drive a City vehicle or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage.

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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The minimum qualifications listed above, plus :

Two years of project management experience in complex capital improvement projects, including managing consultants and contractor staff.

Three years of civil engineering experience in transportation, street drainage design, or plan review.

Civil Engineering design experience related to municipal facilities.

Experience with :

Community outreach and engagement.

Contract negotiation, procurement, and construction contract administration including, but not limited to, pay estimates, change orders, and other related documentation.

Project management principles, best practices, and managing multiple design and / or construction contracts simultaneously.

Capital improvement program budgeting at a managerial level.

Design and construction of streets, traffic signals, highways, and bridges.

Process improvement and client / manager relations.

RECRUITMENT DATES

Recruitment closes February 20, 2025. All materials must be received by 11 : 59 p.m. on this date.

This is a position-based recruitment and will not result in any ongoing eligibility list. This recruitment and any selection processes resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill other related vacancies within the organization now or in the near future.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online by completing the required information and attaching, as one document , your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. Only the highest qualified may be posted to the eligible to hire list. The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address.

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REFERENCE

Civil Engineer III, JC : 20230, ID# 56844, 2 / 6 / 2025, USM, VM, Benefits : 007

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City of Phoenix is an equal opportunity employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.

Salary : $113,193 - $131,040

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