Description

The purpose of this classification is to perform complex technical and professional level work in the management and administration of major infrastructure construction projects for the Capital Projects Department. This position is distinguished from Project Manager in that incumbents at the senior level are assigned the more complex projects and serve as a lead over lower level project managers; the Senior Project Manager is considered to be a subject matter expert on issues relating to project management and construction inspection.  

Senior Project Manager, (Transportation) position leads complex transportation infrastructure projects from planning through construction, coordinating stakeholders, managing budgets, contracts, and procurement, and ensuring projects meet quality, safety, and regulatory standards. This recruitment is open to highly qualified candidates at either the Project Manager II or Senior Project Manager level, with placement depending on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

Requirements

Project Manager II:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, public administration, urban planning, environmental science, architecture engineering, construction management or a related field; supplemented by five (5) years of experience in professional construction management and inspection; or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, public administration, urban planning, environmental science, architecture engineering, construction management or a related field preferred. Professional certification as a project manager or a related specialty preferred.

Project Manager, Senior:
Requires a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; supplemented by five (5) or more years of experience in professional construction management and inspection; or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Requires license as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Georgia.

Note: Candidates may be considered for either Project Manager II or Project Manager, Senior and will be hired at the level that best matches their qualifications.