2007/12/11 City Council Resolution (2)RESOLUTION NO. 2007-207
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
APPROVING JOB DESCRIPTION AND SALARY RANGE FOR
PROJECT MANAGER AND
AUTHORIZING RECRUITMENT FOR THREE POSITIONS
WHEREAS, staff has reviewed the workload of the Engineering Division of the Public
Works Department and has determined a need for additional staff to manage capital projects; and
WHEREAS, at the September 25, 2007 City Council Work Session, an Engineering
Division Work Plan was presented to the Council, who approved a recommendation to pursue
the recruitment of up to five positions, including three project manager level positions; and
WHEREAS, staff has conducted a classification study and developed a draft job
description; and
WHEREAS, staff has conducted a salary survey and recommends that the Project
Manager classification be placed at the following salary range and rate:
Position Range Monthly
Project Manager 90X $6078 - $7388
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Rohnert
Park the job description and salary range for Project Manager is hereby approved and the City
Manager (Personnel Officer) is authorized to recruit for three Project Managers or Civil
Engineers at such timing he determines to be in the best interest of the organization.
DULY AND REGULARLY ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Rohnert
Park this 11th day of December, 2007.
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City of Rohnert Park
PROJECT MANAGER
DEFINITION
Plans, organizes, coordinates and executes various capital projects and maintenance
programs for the City of Rohnert Park.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Project Manager has the responsibility to administer and coordinate the design and
construction of complex projects through final construction and enforcing contract
compliance. The Project Manager works closely with various design and engineering
consultants, developers, builders, public agencies, and contractors to ensure that City
ordinances and standards are upheld and project schedules are met.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED
General supervision is provided by the Engineering Division management staff.
Responsibilities include providing administrative oversight to contractors or consultants
and may include the direct and indirect supervision of technical and support services
positions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Plans, coordinates, and manages engineering and construction of infrastructure,
facilities, and maintenance projects; manages projects from program planning
through final acceptance of construction and warranty period.
• Works with engineers and consultants on preparation of plans, specifications, and
estimates pertaining to construction, maintenance, and operation of municipal
facilities and equipment.
• Manages consultant and contractor selection process, fee negotiations, and
approval of contracts and agreements.
• Assembles construction contract package including bid, contract and technical
documents and final cost estimate; oversees invitation and receipt of bids.
• Researches and investigates, makes recommendations on project problems;
provides technical support in the updating of various city projects.
• Ensures the City's compliance with various ordinances, codes and applicable laws
including those pertaining to building, fire, safety, accessibility, environmental
codes and regulations.
Tracks & monitors all project activities; reviews work under construction to make
sure that all new construction and alteration work being performed by contractors
complies with plans, specifications and codes; oversees project staff /contractors
and attends. meetings at various sites; represents the department in meetings and
conferences related to construction materials or work standards; coordinates the
work of multi - disciplinary staff across organizational boundaries.
• Prepares budget reports and cost control analyses; keeps projects within approved
budgets and on their approved schedule; maintains accurate reports of contract
work and other assigned activities; analyzes claims and recommends approval of
consultant/contracts payment, reviews progress, performance and completion
reports, purchase requests, requisitions, and reports of claims against the City.
• Coordinates and conducts community meetings associated with project(s) and
responds to community issues and concerns; conducts presentations to
governmental and regulatory agencies and the City Council.
• Prepares and present a variety of reports, recommendations, contracts, agenda
packets, and memoranda relating to department matters to management, City
Council, other public agencies, advisory bodies, and the community.
• Assists Engineering Division management in establishing goals and policies for
capital project planning.
• Coordinates with other City departments to perform short and long range planning
to ensure accomplishing goals related to capital projects.
• Develops agreements with public agencies and appropriate private parties for
capital projects.
• Provides direction and guidance for the work of technical and support staff as
needed.
These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, project
management, construction management, public or business administration or a closely -
related field, and four (4) years of full -time, progressively responsible experience in the
administration and management of capital improvement projects.
Two (2) additional years of full -time, progressively responsible experience in project
management may substitute for graduation from college or university.
Knowledge of:
• Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of construction project
management
• Knowledge of civil engineering design and construction principles and practices
as applied to public works projects, building construction, facilities maintenance
and rehabilitation
• Methods of preparing designs, plans, specifications, estimates, and acquiring
funding for the development of public works facilities and building construction
• General knowledge of public administration, finance, budgeting, and accounting
• General knowledge of the Public Contracts Code, purchasing, bidding and
procurement
Skill to:
• Effectively schedule design and construction projects and administer contracts to
meet deadlines
• Establish work priorities and realistic time deadlines
• Prepare construction/consultant contracts and requests for proposal
• Use spreadsheets and word processing software packages, organize data and
materials, and prepare reports and documents
• Work effectively with consultants, contractors and City staff, and to supervise and
coordinate their work
• Use or interpret work products of CAD and GIS software
• Prepare comprehensive and concise technical reports
• Create and maintain appropriate and accurate records
• Communicate professionally and effectively with members of the public, the
development community, and staff of other public agencies
• Work without close supervision or direction in the execution and delivery of
capital and maintenance projects
Ability to:
• Formulate, evaluate, and make recommendations on policies and procedures
affecting the Capital Improvement Program
• Analyze facts and draw logical conclusions
• Interpret and apply a variety of government rules, laws, and policies while
performing a variety of administrative assignments
• Work effectively under pressure
• Take responsibility and exercise good judgment in recognizing scope of authority
LICENSE /CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a Class C California Driver's License by date of appointment
WORKING CONDITIONS
Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning,
kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily activities. It
requires grasping, repetitive hand movement, and fine coordination in preparing and
reviewing construction plans, statistical reports and data, and using a computer key
board. Additionally, the position requires near, far, and color vision in reading reports,
reviewing plans and blueprints, and using the computer. Hearing and speaking is required
in communicating with individuals and groups. When visiting construction sites, the
incumbent may be required to walk on uneven and slippery surfaces, be exposed to all
weather conditions, dust and pollen, noise, and mechanical hazards such as construction
equipment.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employee Unit: Rohnert Park Employees Association
Approved By: City Council
Date Approved: December 11, 2007