Introduction Do you enjoy new challenges and work that is impactful and community focused? Are you looking to join a team that supports and develops transit systems in one of the fastest growing regions in the United States? Are you excited about project planning and development? The Utah Transit Authority serves one of the largest regions known as the Wasatch Front, with an estimated 2.5 million residents and growing. As a result of a growing need for public transportation and in collaboration with outstanding community partnerships, UTA’s capital planning and development program is expanding. We are excited for the development of new large-scale projects involving substantial improvements to our existing transit services such as Rail, Light Rail and Bus Rapid Transit, and our supporting facilities. If you are seeking an opportunity to bring projects such as these to a state of readiness for delivery, we encourage you to submit your application to be considered for this amazing career opportunity. Job Summary This is a Career-Ladder position PROJECT MANAGER II (Mid-Level): Manages, coordinates and supports development activities for capital development and construction projects. Oversees, evaluates, and manages the work of UTA consultants and contractors conducting the planning, environmental studies, design and construction activities to deliver projects; and/or helps to oversee the provision of technical and business support to projects. Responsible for or assists in selecting and supervising consultants and contractors. Participates in the resolution of key policy issues and other strategic problems associated with UTA’s transit program. Develops and manages program budgets; and monitors progress and accountability. Coordinates capital project development activities with other UTA departments and interacts with government agencies, particularly FTA and UDOT. Works to assure compliance with federal, state and local regulations; and supports public involvement and collaboration with elected leaders and the community at large. PROJECT MANAGER III (Senior-Level): Manages, coordinates, and supports development activities for capital development construction projects. Oversees, evaluates, and manages work of UTA consultants and contractors conducting planning, environmental studies, design, and construction activities to deliver projects; and/or helps to oversee provision of technical and business support to projects. Responsible for or assists in selecting and supervising consultants and contractors. Participates in resolving key policy issues and other strategic problems associated with UTA’s transit program. Develops and manages program budgets; monitors progress and accountability. Coordinates capital project development activities with other UTA departments and interacts with government agencies, particularly FTA and UDOT. Ensures compliance with federal, state and local regulations; supports public involvement and collaboration with elected leaders and the community at large. Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION - Bachelors in Civil and/or Environmental Engineering or related field.
- Master’s in business administration, engineering or a related technical discipline – preferred.
- Registered Professional Engineer (PE) required or American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification.
EXPERIENCE
PROJECT MANAGER II (Mid-Level) - Six (6) years professional engineering/planning experience including planning, design, and/or construction of large transportation projects is required.
- Five (5) years direct experience in managing the planning, design and/or construction of transit related projects or other transportation projects
- Project management experience with complicated transportation projects – specifically budgets, schedules, scopes of work, stakeholders, political influence, federal grant requirements, etc.
PROJECT MANAGER III (Senior-Level) - Six (6) years professional engineering/planning experience including planning, design, and/or construction of large transportation projects is required.
- Ten (10) years direct experience in managing the planning, design and/or construction of transit related projects or other transportation projects.
- Project management experience with multiple complex transportation projects – ie, complex scope, schedule, budget, numerous stakeholders, political influence, limited funding, etc.
KNOWLEDGE
- Knowledge of NEPA environmental procedures
- Knowledge of FTA programs and requirements
- Basic knowledge of project management techniques, software, and tools.
SKILLS
- MS Word and Excel – Intermediate proficiency
- MS Project
- IPCS – Intermediate/Advanced proficiency
ABILITIES
- Communicate and interact effectively with the public regarding potentially sensitive issues.
- Help address potential technical and non-technical problems associated with civil infrastructure improvement projects.
- Identify issues that are most significant to success a project.
- Work with stakeholders of projects and be sensitive to stakeholder issues and impact of decision on stakeholders.
- Work in a team environment.
- Implement management directives and decisions.
- Apply creativity and innovation to solving problems.
This job requires regular and predictable attendance -OR- An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. UTA reserves the right to determine the equivalencies of education and experience Pay Rate: PM II starts at $88,008.96 / PM III starts at $104,349.44 - Compensation commensurate on education and experience.
Benefits: UTA offers a competitive Total Rewards Package with features to meet the needs of a diverse workforce and their families. Package includes: competitive pay; an employee health and wellness program including a free on-site clinic with no cost to employees and dependents; on-site fitness facilities; medical, dental, life, vision and disability insurance; flexible spending account; 457 retirement; pension plan; retiree medical account; transit passes for employees and dependents; tuition reimbursement; paid time off including 11 holidays/year; training development and career advancement opportunities. Close Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED Apply Here: https://www.click2apply.net/1w5LkzcQq5wqFgkjUMlVG
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