Contract Project Manager Jobs in Atlanta, GA (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $65,090.73 - $86,245.22 Annually
Location : Water System Stormwater Building Marietta, GA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 05139
Department: Water
Opening Date: 08/26/2026
Closing Date: 9/10/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Grade Code: 113
Position Information
This position is responsible for investigation of customer inquiries, identifying failing and associated maintenance/repair/rehabilitation/replacement needs of stormwater infrastructure, management of outsourced stormwater infrastructure repair/replacement/rehabilitation projects and supervision of inspectors performing outsourced stormwater infrastructure repair/replacement/rehabilitation project inspections.
Essential Functions
Supervises and provides direction and assistance to consultants, contractors, and work crews: organizes, prioritizes, and coordinates work activities; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work to ensure compliance with contracts (costs, schedule, specifications, and quality of work); and provides technical expertise and assistance with complex/problem situations.
Coordinates and participates in the programming phase of the project (planning & preliminary design/concepts): identifies user needs and requirements; confers with all appropriate parties to solicit input and feedback; develops cost projections, engineering specifications, project budgets, and schedules; and facilitates approval of project and final design.
Coordinates process for bidding and contracting of services of various project components in conjunction with departmental or County contracts officer: prepares Requests For Proposal (RFPs) for engineering services, design services, construction services, inspection services, maintenance services, or other services; prepares bid packages; conducts pre-bid and pre-construction meetings; issues addendum to clarify questionable issues; participates in negotiations of scope of services and fees for professional services agreements; and makes recommendations regarding selection of vendors and awarding of contracts.
Develops project plans and project team: identifies critical path tasks; pro-actively manages critical path tasks; sets and meets interim project goals; sets and manages project contingency; and performs change control; and other associated project management efforts needed to ensure that project schedule and budget are met.
Provides technical advice, information, and assistance in field of assignment to consultants, contractors, engineers, other County officials, and the public regarding applicable procedures, regulations, and standards.
Represents the project internally for all County concerns: consults with program manager or other officials to review status of projects, review/resolve problems, receive advice/direction, and provide recommendations; facilitates the coordination of project meetings, communications, and work activities between key business units, project teams, government agencies, and other participants; assists in resolving problems or conflicts between project participants; recommends solutions to problems and facilitates implementation; and prepares executive summaries and reports for presentation to BOC, Planning Commission, or other officials as requested.
Manages the administrative aspects of the project: may initiate and compose agenda items; negotiates and monitors budget and expenditures; updates project schedules and monitors progress of project in meeting established schedule; processes purchase order requisitions, work orders, and invoices; reviews project progress reports submitted by contractors; coordinates acquisition and/or maintenance of required permitting; schedules inspections to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements; facilitates adherence to all reporting and documentation requirements; and evaluates and monitors progress against performance and quality measurements.
Manages assigned projects during design and/or construction phases: attends regular project progress meetings; works with consultants, contractors, and work crews to resolve problems and initiate the appropriate solutions; assists with field decisions and approves change orders as appropriate; prepares, reviews, and processes change orders for changes to contracted scope of work; monitors adherence to project schedules; inspects quality of construction work and materials; coordinates final inspections with contractors and engineers; and facilitates project acceptance with other County departments or government agencies.
Participates in the preparation of construction and engineering plans, designs, and/or specifications pertaining to assigned projects: performs or requests the consultant to provide modeling, testing, planning, and engineering studies in support of project analysis and design; reviews and verifies engineering calculations and analysis submitted by consultant engineers meets specifications and professional standards; verifies compliance of consultant recommendations to County policy; and makes recommendations concerning improvements, modifications, design strategies, structural systems, or other aspects of project development.
Serves as project liaison to the public, property owners, media, other government agencies, and other County departments/officials regarding project planning, design and construction progress: solicits input and feedback; coordinates public relations and education activities; responds to inquiries; makes presentations to, neighborhood, BOC and civic groups; develops press releases and public information materials for distribution; and participates in legal activities relating to assigned projects.
Acts as contract representative for all contracts within area of responsibility: reviews contracts, change orders, construction drawings, engineering reports, specifications, and project progress reports to evaluate compliance with project contract; and monitors status of ongoing contracted projects by controlling costs, managing risks, issuing change order directives, and resolving claims.
Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems; communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages or directs calls to appropriate personnel; returns calls as necessary.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Interior Design (if assigned to Property Management), or related field; supplemented by two years of experience in managing projects or administrating contracts; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Licenses and Certifications
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Must obtain and maintain Flagging, Trenching, and GA Erosion, Sediment & Control Level 1A or 1B certification within 12 months from the date of hire.
Physical Abilities
Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station.
Sensory Requirements
Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors
Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions; field work will expose the incumbent to a variety of hazards consistent with a construction site.
EEO Statement
Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Visit Cobb County's Employee Benefits page to learn more.
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I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the 'Educational History' and 'Work History' sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.

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• No

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I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

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Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?

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• No

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Do you now or in the future need an employer to sponsor you for employment authorization of visa status?

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Educational Background (copies of any education documents listed on your application will be required upon hire): Mark the highest level of education you have completed.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College
• Associate Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Advanced Degree
• None of the above

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If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply.
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How many years of experience do you have in managing projects or administrating contracts?

• No experience
• Less than two years of experience
• Two to four years of experience
• Four to six years of experience
• More than six years of experience

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Please describe in detail any prior experience you have in managing projects or administrating contracts. Enter N/A if this does not apply. "See resume" will not be accepted.
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Do you have any construction estimating experience?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered yes to question nine, please describe your construction estimating experience. Enter N/A if this does not apply. "See resume" will not be accepted.
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Do you have any experience assessing the condition of storm drainage systems?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered yes to question eleven, please describe your experience assessing the condition of storm drainage systems? Enter N/A if this does not apply. "See resume" will not be accepted.
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Do you have any experience with work order management systems?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered yes to question thirteen, please describe your experience with work order management systems? Enter N/A if this does not apply. "See resume" will not be accepted.
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Do you have GA Erosion and Sediment Control Level 1A or 1B certification?

• Yes
• No, but I am willing to obtain my certification.
• No, and I am NOT willing to obtain my certification.

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Have you received any Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) training?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to satisfactorily complete the following requirements: a criminal background check, a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) check and provide copies of any education documents listed on your application. Please note that a criminal conviction may not disqualify you from consideration. Are you willing to accept these terms?

• Yes
• No

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