Capital Improvement Program Manager

Posting Title Capital Improvement Program Manager
Job Requisition Number COA082623
Position Number 117382
Job Type Full-Time
Division Name Traffic Engineering
Minimum Qualifications

Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Planning, or a field related to the job, plus five (5) years of experience conducting activities related to capital budgeting or planning initiatives two (2) of which were in a lead or /supervisory capacity

A Master’s degree in a field related to Business Administration, Public Administration or related field plus three (3) years of experience Two (2) of which were in a lead or supervisory capacity may substitute for the required education and experience

Notes to Applicants

he Austin Transportation Department’s (ATD) Transportation Engineering Division has an opening for full-time Program Manager to lead the planning, design and implementation of a wide range of projects and programs in service to the Department’s safety and mobility goals.

The Program Manager will provide technical input, and strategic direction to multiple work teams including external stakeholders, partner agencies, etc., to successfully deliver high-need, time-critical projects in the areas of infrastructure improvements for transportation mitigation using development fees and a variety of Bond funded critical safety projects.
The ideal candidate is proficient in transportation engineering principles and brings sound skills in project management and delivery, can work in a bustling work environment, and can effectively communicate with the public and elected officials. This position is expected to function at a high level, managing multiple aspects of project delivery concurrently for multiple projects that are in various phases of project development such as design, bid preparation and construction. It will benefit this person to have this knowledge, but at a minimum the candidate should have a strong desire to learn and absorb this information.

This position will work under general to limited supervision and include these primary responsibilities:

• Work with internal work teams and develop Program vision, guidelines, implementation framework, and operating procedures in the areas of mitigation infrastructure and Vision Zero projects.
  
• Identify, prioritize, manage, and provide critical coordination to move concurrently, several projects from inception to on-the-ground implementation.
  
• Facilitate project implementation with City staff and contractors to successfully deliver high-need, time-critical projects within scheduled time and budget.
  
• Lead responses from inquiries from citizens, community stakeholders, commissions, boards, City Council and local agencies.
  
• Represent the City of Austin at public meetings with these stakeholders.
  
• Other related duties may be assigned.

Regarding your Application:
A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Please list your complete employment history (to include all job duties responsibilities and employment dates) on your online application. The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (e.g., “see resume” or “see Linked In Profile”). Resumes will not be used to qualify for the position and will not be used to recommend salary.

Assessment:
This position may require a skills assessment.

Close Job Posting:
Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days.

90 Day Provision for Additional Vacancy:
This posting may be used to fill other vacancies in other sections within the Division. Decisions on assigned section will be made at the time of hire based on business needs.

Office Location Notes:
Office location is subject to change based on department needs and programs.

Pay Range

Commensurate

Hours

Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

• Hours may vary depending on departmental needs and initiatives.

Job Close Date
02/21/2021
Type of Posting External
Department Austin Transportation
Regular/Temporary Regular
Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable
Category Professional
Location 901 S. Mopac Expressway/8900 Cameron Road
Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will be a versatile Technical Program Manager and bring the following preferred qualifications:

• Experience in managing, planning, designing, and implementing a wide range of transportation infrastructure projects.
  
• Experience and interest in construction project management, contract management, monitoring, planning, budgeting and implementing a wide range of projects and programs.
  
• Experience in fiscal and resource planning, budgeting, forecasting, developing quality controls and process improvements to fast-track implementation of variety of projects in a cost-effective manner.
  
• Proven professional knowledge of transportation planning and traffic engineering practices, principles, modeling tools, and cost estimates
  
• Provide technical input, and strategic direction to multiple work teams by coordinating across ATD Divisions, other departments, contractors, external stakeholders, partner agencies, etc., to successfully deliver high-need, time-critical projects; develop an efficient implementation framework for the programs/projects.
  
• Knowledge of standard design documents such as City of Austin Standard Details, Standard Specifications, TMUTCD and other relevant design documents and best practices.
  
• Proven professional knowledge of the City of Austin’s Vision Zero program and Austin Strategic Mobility Plan and their integration with the Department’s best practices.
  
• Experience using Geographic Information Systems, specifically ArcMap.
  
• A Professional Engineers License in a related field.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

1. Advises the Division Manager, Department Director, and City Management on issues, opportunities, and status.
2. Coordinates the development and implementation of comprehensive, integrated capital improvement plans that support City goals and priorities.
3. Aligns departmental capital programs with the City’s Capital Improvement Plan and resolves issues as necessary.
4. Monitors the implementation of the City and departmental Capital Improvement Plans.
5. Conducts presentations and acts as representative for the division, department, City management, boards and commissions, and other stakeholders as appropriate.
6. Coordinates and monitors the planning, development, and implementation of the City’s general obligation bond programs.
7. Develops and evaluates plans scope, criteria, and timelines for a variety of projects and program activities.
8. Develops policies and procedures.
9. Collaborates with the Budget Office on program planning and budgeting.
10. Provides technical assistance and advice to city management, departments, citizens and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

Knowledge of modern methods, planning tools, and models, of fiscal or capital planning and capital budget.
Knowledge of capital program finance, funding sources, budgeting, planning and strategies.
Knowledge of the development of service-based user fees, capital markets and alternative financing strategies.
Knowledge of information systems and their application.
Knowledge of effective planning and coordination techniques.
Knowledge of supervisory and management techniques.
Knowledge of governmental fiscal policies and procedures
Knowledge of office software systems
Skill in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with other City employees and the public.
Skill in gathering, processing, analyzing, and presenting data
Skill in effective oral and/or written communication to all levels of City management and the public
Skill in anticipating and accurately predicting the results of alternate courses of action.
Skill in resolving problems or situations.
Skill in developing and compiling capital planning reports.
Skill in the application of cost benefit analysis and other types of capital planning analysis methods.

Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation
EEO/ADA

City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or TTY (512) 974-2445.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.