Job Description

It’s a great time to join the City of Boulder!

Application Deadline:

October 7, 2025

Compensation Details:

Full Pay Range 85,155.20 - 126,505.60 Generally, the hiring range is from the minimum up to 80% of the range.This is a full-time salaried position.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Benefit Eligibility Group:

Non Union (30+ Hours)

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Job Description Summary:

FACILITIES PROJECT MANAGER
Under limited direct supervision, this position is responsible for directing and coordinating all phases of improvement and maintenance projects involving new construction and remodeling for city facilities. This includes project planning, selection of architectural and engineering consultant services, consultant and vendor contracting, problem solving, project management and administration, cost estimating, project budget tracking and management, and construction oversight and administration. Interfaces with both internal and external customers on the project and provides updates as necessary to boards and commissions and city council as necessary. Act as liaison with contractors, assigned staff, the public, engineers, architects, public utilities, consultants and city departments; and to perform related duties as required.

Job Description:

FACILITIES PROJECT MANAGER

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Administers and coordinates construction and remodeling projects for assigned city facilities. This includes the following:

• Coordinates preparation of, and maintains project scope of work, work plans, resource allocation schedules, project schedules, and project budgets.

• Develops project cost estimates for approval.

• Coordinates design and engineering services on projects.

• Coordinates with Planning & Development Services during the Land Use and Building Permit Process

• Prepares Request for Proposal (RFP) and Request for Qualifications (RFQ) documents.

• Coordinates preparation of Formal Bid documents in accordance with city policies.

• Reviews contractor bids, RFPs, and RFQs and selects contractors to perform work in accordance with city policies. Prepares change orders and other project correspondence including “as-built” drawings during the construction process for approval.

• Coordinates surveying, testing, and field engineering services on projects. Contracts, schedules and reviews project testing and documentation

• Verifies quality standards for work are being met. Assists in developing quality standards for work and verifies these standards are being met.

• Serves as “Owners Representative” for final project acceptance on small projects.

• Coordinates projects with affected employees, and other departments to ensure satisfaction.

• Coordinates the communication of the project status and any significant challenges encountered, to management, tenants, and affected departments. Provides on site construction management of projects including coordination of work between multiple contractors, tenants, and affected departments, including pre-construction and post-construction meetings.

• Coordinates staff support for the administration and monitoring of construction contracts by providing input by overseeing construction progress, proposing solutions to construction problems, and maintaining project records as required by city policies.

• Monitors work site safety processes to ensure the safety of the public, staff and contractors.

• Assists with submission and implementation of grant applications to state and local organizations such as the State Historical Society, the Governor’s Office of Energy Management & Conservation, and others.

Assists Facilities Senior Project Managers in all aspects of design and construction activities on major Capital Improvement Projects.

Remains generally alert to conditions and events occurring in and around city facilities indicating anticipated or needed maintenance and repairs.

Communicates with customers, the public, and team members in a professional and effective manner.

Understands and works to implement city and departmental goals and policies.

Other:

• Performs related duties as required to meet the needs of the city.

• Know and comply with all city and department policies; participate in professional trainings and development; and adhere to attendance and workplace attire policies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to pass at least a level one Criminal Justice information System (CJIS) Certification.

• Knowledge of and limited experience working with capital project design, building code requirements, construction trades, and construction administration and management.

• Knowledge and general understanding of the funding, budgeting, procurement, and legal processes of public sector work.

• Skills in and limited experience working with clients and customers and coordinating efforts associated with various perspectives and interests.

• Skills in professional written and verbal communication including the ability to prepare clear and concise written correspondence, reports, and recommendations and to make oral presentations.

• Skills that can be demonstrated in organizational and attention to detail.

• Knowledge of use of computers and comfort with a variety of software applications including drafting software and those that manage schedules and asset databases.

• Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record.

• Have and maintain acceptable background information, including criminal conviction history.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Five (5) or more years of experience assisting on new building or renovation construction projects.

• Experience and skill in leading municipal or governmental construction projects.

• Master’s Degree in related field.

• Additional relevant industry certifications such as LEED, PMP, GC.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as project/construction management. Eight (8) years of experience in project and construction management may substitute for the education requirement.

• Three (3) years of experience working in the building design and construction field.

SUPERVISION

Supervision Received: Facilities Senior Project Manager

Supervision Exercised: None

WORKING CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Physical and mental effort: Ability to work in and around equipment, in areas of limited access, and confined spaces requiring vision, hearing, standing, bending, walking, and kneeling. Upper body strength to lift and carry materials up to 50 pounds as needed.

• Working environment: May need to work nights and weekends to support emergency response

• Machines and equipment used: Ability to use all required safety equipment. Take proper safety precautions to prevent accidents. Responsible for the safety of self, others, materials, and equipment. Uses all required safety equipment and follows all safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Reports all accidents and damage to city property.

Additional Job Description:

Last updated: April 2025

The City of Boulder is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected statute. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please send a request to riskmanagement@bouldercolorado.gov.

Job Tags

Full time, For contractors, Work at office, Local area, Night shift, Weekend work,

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