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Description

Exempt

Grade 12

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Construction Manager is responsible for project oversite and project administration for the Town's CIP/CARP, Utilities, and Public Works development projects. Works directly with the Senior Project Manager and contractors, designers, and stakeholders on ensuring project scheduling, budgeting, and closeout are within scope and timeline. This position also works in conjunction with applicable Directors, Stormwater Administrator, and Project Coordinator. This may be a supervisory position. 

The Construction Manager duties include, but are not limited to:

• Project Management. Responsible for conducting site visits/inspections to ensure compliance of approved plans and project safety. Responsible for collaborating with internal teams and external agencies ensuring alignment and coordination of scheduled activities. Oversees project closeout. Reviews project invoices to ensure within budgetary allocations and approvals. Experience at maintaining detailed project records, and interpreting plans. 
• Compliance. Interprets and enforces any applicable federal, state and local codes, laws, rules, regulations, specifications, standards, policies and procedures. In collaboration with applicable Town parties, prepares letters of recommendation to correct deficiencies and/or for approval. Provides recommendations on developing improved policies and procedures for Public Works and Public Utilities division's responsibilities. Interacts with staff and outside agencies in the research and preparation of legal documents to complete job functions. Participates in the implementation of various engineering programs.
• Project Communication. Follows up on any inquiries, requests, and/or complaints from internal staff, external agencies, or general public. 
• CIP / CARP Grant Management: Prepare CIP/CARP related grant opportunities to leadership. 
• Administration & Additional Tasks. Maintains detailed records of plan reviews and site inspections. Prepares or completes various forms and reports (referral reports & staff reports). Drafts ordinances, ordinance amendments, resolutions, special exception conditions, fact sheets, agendas, meeting packets, maps, presentations, or other. Assists as needed to accomplish a variety of CIP project tasks as they relate to project management.

Requirements

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Salary Grade 12 - Minimum of High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of five (5) years' experience in managing utility and/or transportation projects.  
• Minimum of three (3) years' of performing constructability reviews and working with project management software

CERTIFICIATIONS/LICENSURES

• Valid Virginia (VA) Driver's License - Must have upon hire.  If relocating to VA, a valid VA drivers' license is required to be obtained within one (1) year from date of hire. 
• OSHA-10 - Preferred certifications or obtain within two (2) years from hire date.
• Certified Construction Manager through Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) - Must have or must be able to obtain within five (5) years from date of hire.
• Confined Space Training - Must have or must be able to maintain within one (1) year from date of hire.
• VDOT Certifications: Asphalt, Concrete, Soils, or Advance Work Zone Safety -  Preferred certifications or obtain within two (2) years from hire date.
• DEQ Stormwater and Inspector - Must have or must be able to obtain within two (2) years from date of hire.

SUCCESS FRAMEWORK. The following list of knowledge, skills, and abilities have been identified by our team as building blocks towards efficiency and effectiveness in this position. 

• Knowledge of Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) specifications and standards.
• Thorough knowledge of slopes and elevations. 
• Knowledge of MUTCD Manual and VWAPM
• Knowledge of DEQ, DCR, and VDH regulations. 
• Knowledge in understanding the different funding sources available through federal and state agencies. 
• General knowledge of designs for both public utilities and works infrastructure, construction, maintenance and cost estimating relating to public works facilities with special emphasis on road projects and water and sewer infrastructure.
• General knowledge of land and engineering survey systems and methods and techniques.
• Ability to prepare technical reports pertaining to engineering projects.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with supervisors, members of the general public, employees, Town Officials and others involved in performance of job duties; ability to assemble reports in a concise, clear and effective manner.
• Ability to use independent judgement and work with little direct supervision. 

WORK SCHEDULE. 

• This is a full-time position generally scheduled for 40 hours per week.
• Standard hours may include a combination of weekdays, evenings and weekends depending on program/project needs.

EQUIPMENT & TOOLS. The following equipment/tools are commonly associated with the efficiency of the employees' performance of the function of this job. 

• Town provided computer with the ability to operate a computer, and other office equipment needed to perform job duties, proficiency in various software, including Microsoft Office suite; and excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.

*PHYSICAL ABILITIES. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of the job. 

• Work requires the ability to sit, stand, walk for extended periods of time.
• Work requires the ability to complete repetitive wrist, hand, and/or fine motor movement.
• Work requires the ability to grasp, pull, push, and reach.
• Work requires the ability to climb and balance.
• Work requires the ability to talk, hear, listen, and comprehend.
• Work requires the ability to drive and/or operate mechanical equipment.
• Work requires visual acuity of 20 feet or more, visual acuity of 20 inches or less, three dimensional vision, precise hand/eye coordination, the ability to identify and distinguish colors., the ability to identify and distinguish colors.
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Work requires the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.

WORK ENVIRONMENT. The following are possible atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. 

• May occasionally be exposed to uncomfortable temperatures, humidity, noise, chemicals or gasses, contagious diseases, airborne particles or pathogens, and/or physical trauma.
• May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
• May be exposed to biohazards or bloodborne pathogens.
• Work may potentially involve risk of exposure to electric shock.

EMPLOYEE EXPECTATIONS & CULTURE

The following are the Town   Manager's Guiding Principles for employees. These set the foundation for   trust, empowerment, and transparency within governmental operations. 

• Integrity. Do What's Right.
• Empathy. Lead With   Understanding.
• Inclusion. Welcome   Everyone.
• Excellence. Deliver   Results.
• Teamwork. Thrive Together. 
• Accountability. Own It.
• The Town believes that   employees are the most valuable resource; therefore, the following beliefs   define our culture:  
• Our Town Vision and Town   Values guide our actions. 
• EXCELLENCE IN ACTION is what we live by. 
• We are passionate about what   we can do for each other and the community through embracing change, adapting   as needed, communicating, and collaborating at all levels.
• We encourage and promote being   the best version of ourselves through personal and professional growth that   is supported by the Town training and development initiatives.
• We know we perform our best   when we are trusted, included, respected, and supported at all levels.

Come join us and become Excellence in Action!

This position   requires satisfactory results of a criminal history check, credit history   check, and/or drug/alcohol testing.

*The Town of   Warrenton offers reasonable accommodation in the hiring and employment   process for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance to   accommodate a disability, you may request accommodation at any time.

This job   description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be   performed by the employee occupying this position. Certain job functions   described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with   applicable state and federal laws, and employees may be required to comply   with the changes. 

We are an   equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race,   religion, color, natural origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital   status, veteran status, disability, or any legally protected status. We   encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. We believe that diversity of   perspectives and experiences create a foundation for the best ideas.