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Kansas Department of Commerce Project Manager in Leavenworth, Kansas
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POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position Title: Project Manager
Department: Public Works
Division: Engineering
Retirement: KPERS
FLSA: Exempt
Effective Date: August 28, 2024
GENERAL PURPOSE
Performs office and field work to support City Engineer in the preparation of plans and specifications in
general and on specific assigned projects. Work includes monitoring and coordination of
environmental, utility, right-of-way and other issues with consultants and government agencies,
arranging and attending public information meetings and related administrative activities.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the general supervision and direction of the Deputy Director of Public Works.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Exercises direct supervision of Engineering Technicians and coordinates with clerical/technical staff or
contractors to ensure work is completed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
(Duties listed below do not include all tasks that may be performed.)
? Provides daily oversight and supervision of engineering technician staff related to assignments/
projects, inspections, reports, schedules and project-related issues. Assists subordinate personnel in
the execution of their duties when needed.
? Coordinate and monitor the design and construction of projects involving buildings, streets, water
and wastewater systems, ensuring compliance with approved schedules; prepare project budget
timelines; participate in consultant selection; review and manage consultant studies, designs, plans,
specifications and related items; direct and participate in design elements, verify accuracy of final
plans; ensure compliance with specifications and City, State, Federal and local codes.
? Participate in the preparation of various reports and correspondence on engineering activities in area
of assignment. Ensure KDOT, FHWA, KDHE and other review agency requirements are addressed.
? Review and approve plans, specifications, designs and related documents, reports and studies; direct,
oversee and coordinate the development and preparation of plans, specifications and cost estimates
for proposed public improvement projects. Resolve disputes between city, residents, contractors and
others involved.
? Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules, and expedites workflow on managing the
development of plans and specifications of a variety of Public Works Projects.
? Coordinates and/or undertakes the development or update of the City projects to:
? Ensure applicable codes, regulations, and requirements are met;
? Complete preparation and compilation of engineering plans and specifications to submit for
review or bidding; and
? Coordinate completion of necessary KDOT documents to facilitate the bidding process.
? Reviews pay estimates and change orders submitted from contractors and engineers for compliance,
completeness and accuracy. Prepares documentation for City and/or KDOT to process for
payments.
? Trains, motivates and evaluates assigned staff; reviews progress and directs changes as needed.
Maintains harmony among workers and resolves grievances; schedules and approves leave; sets
performance standards and counsels employees.
? Facilitates public information activities on city projects to:
? Coordinate public information distribution with Public Information Officer;
? Determine the need for and schedule necessary meetings related to Public Information, interested
citizens, and agency review; and
? Coordinate with others, especially City Clerks Office and Finance Department, for any required
advertising for bids, pre-bid meetings or addendums.
? Identifies areas for improvement or updating of various maps including the sa nitary sewer, storm
drainage, and street system maps, with associated data bases.
? Ensures as-built records of projects and other documents, for the operation and maintenance
programs, are provided to appropriate staff members.
? Maintains, updates, and makes available city subdivision and public works standards through
interaction with other staff.
? Maintains regular contact with consulting engineers, construction project engineers, City, County,
State and Federal agencies, professional and technical groups regarding assigned activities and
services.