Job Description:
Provides highly professional, administrative, and technical work in developing, budgeting, planning, designing, managing, inspecting, and executing various projects within the DPW. Projects could involve any aspect of DPW functions, including horizontal (water, sewer, roads, recreational areas, etc.), vertical (buildings and structures), marine infrastructure, and solid waste management. May be required to design, develop, and stamp, engineering drawings and specifications. Perform all other related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, and more than five (5) years of progressively responsible experience managing horizontal construction projects required.
Class D drivers license required.
Massachusetts Professional Engineer certificate is required.
Ability to obtain Drinking Water and Wastewater operator licenses as required by the specific Project Manager position held within the DPW.
Additional Qualifications:
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering and of the materials, methods and techniques of public works construction. Technical knowledge and experience in design, construction and inspection problems commonly encountered in municipal engineering activities. Knowledge of Massachusetts procurement laws, contract administration and project management. Knowledge of capital planning. Working knowledge of computer applications related to engineering functions.
Proven ability to design, manage, and plan large-scale complex projects. Ability to interpret and follow engineering and architectural plans. Ability to develop and effectively manage large construction budgets. Ability to conduct cost analyses, value engineering and cost management for large-scale construction projects. Ability to prepare comprehensive reports. Ability to prepare and administer grants. Demonstrated ability to meet and deal appropriately and effectively with a large variety of people. Demonstrated ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of subordinates; and to evaluate their performance. Ability to work in a close-knit, team environment.
Strong communication and presentation skills. Proficiency in the use of computers including word processing, spreadsheets, database, PowerPoint, CAD, and engineering design software. Team oriented attitude.
$3,907.64 bi-weekly, plus benefits
Apply: www.barnstable.gov under employment
Deadline: Open until filled
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
- More than five years progressively responsible experience managing horizontal construction projects
- Massachusetts Professional Engineer (PE) certificate
- Class D driver's license
- Ability to obtain Drinking Water and Wastewater operator licenses as required by the position
- Ability to design, develop, and stamp engineering drawings and specifications
- Thorough knowledge of civil engineering principles, public works construction methods, and municipal engineering practices
- Knowledge of Massachusetts procurement laws, contract administration, capital planning, and project management
- Working knowledge of computer applications including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, PowerPoint, CAD, and engineering design software
- Proven ability to manage large-scale complex projects, develop and manage construction budgets, and prepare comprehensive reports and grants
What We Do
The Town of Barnstable is a municipal government serving Barnstable, Massachusetts, through elected leadership and departments covering finance, public works, public health, building, marine and environmental affairs, and other community functions. Its stated mission is to protect the town’s quality of life and unique character, engage citizens, and enact policies responsive to community needs while balancing resources for residents, businesses, and visitors.
