Facilities Project Manager

County of Wake, NC • Raleigh, NC

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Wake County Facilities Design & Construction is looking for a Project Manager with experience in managing all phases of capital projects, which include a wide variety of project types, including public safety facilities, libraries, multi-services facilities, detention projects, and recreation and entertainment facilities. Come join our team!
About Our Team
Facilities Design & Construction manages the planning, design and construction of all capital improvement projects undertaken by Wake County Government. We also act as the bridge between the County Managers Office, the public, design consultants, and construction contractors. And, of course, we coordinate with other local governments, internal county departments, and private and nonprofit groups. As a team member, you will have the autonomy to guide your projects and to chart your own career path. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with our team in the Facilities Design & Construction department, which includes Architects, Landscape Architects, Mechanical and Civil Engineers, General Contractors, and Real Estate Specialists. We have a culture made up of motivated individuals who work hard, manage multiple projects and support each other. We develop and create special places for our community. We work to improve Wake County by making the ordinary, extraordinary. Our projects span the spectrum from building renovations and site improvements to large, complicated building and campus site development projects. While many of our projects do win awards for planning and design, our team’s main focus is on constructing high quality projects for the community.
What Makes Wake Great
Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Landscape Architecture or Construction Management
• Three years of experience in facilities project management, and/or architectural, engineering or site design
• Valid Driver's License and "safe" driving record
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted
• Knowledge of planning and design of new building construction and renovations for a wide variety of project types
• Ability to successfully develop and manage complex capital projects that comply with the county’s capital improvement program
• Ability to identify problems, determine possible solutions and actively work to resolve issues with sound judgement
• Ability to work with others, reach consensus and make decisions
• Ability to communicate at all levels with County Commissioners, professional staff, design consultants, the community, and construction contractors
• Ability to be patient and provide clear thinking in times of high stress
• Proven record of managing projects through successful completion
• Knowledge of jobsite and safety requirements specific to construction industry and OSHA standards
• Enjoy creating amazing spaces for the public and Team Wake
• Enjoy Challenges!

Nice To Haves

• Eight years of experience in managing all phases of design and construction of capital projects
• Licensed professional preferred in Architecture, Engineering or General Contracting

Responsibilities

• Provide turnkey project management including planning, fiscal oversight, team coordination, design supervision, and construction administration for multiple design and construction projects
• Prepare project schedules and complex capital project budgets
• Monitor schedules and expenditures to assure compliance with the Capital Improvement Program
• Do a great job so the public can enjoy the use of our awesome amenities

Benefits

• Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level