Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience: - Graduation with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field related to the job, plus eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in project controls, including at least four (4) years of which were in a management capacity.
- A master’s degree in a relevant field may substitute for up to two (2) years of non-managerial experience.
Licenses or Certifications:- Must hold at least one of the following licenses or certifications:
- Professional or Expertise-level AACE International certification ( CCP , CEP , EVP , PRMP , PSP , CFCC , or DRMP )
- Certified Project Management Professional ( PMP ) or other related certification from the Project Management Institute ( PMI - PBA , PMI - RMP , PMI -SP, PgMP, or PfMP).
- Certified Construction Manager ( CCM )
- Licensed Professional Engineering (PE)
- Licensed/Registered Architect (RA)
Notes to Applicants
Position Overview:This position will provide leadership to the Capital Delivery Services Department’s Project Controls Division to support Capital Project delivery with internal customers, external stakeholders, and asset owner partners. The Project Controls Division Manager will develop long-term strategies, priorities, and policies for the Project Controls team, and will manage routine tasks and activities for the Division’s staff, resources, and budget. The Project Controls Division Manager will lead a combined staff of City Employees and contract support augmentees in providing outstanding project controls services, including project baseline management (scope, schedule, and budget maintenance), risk and change management, project controls reporting, project management information systems ( PMIS ) and other tools/systems, and incorporation of industry best practices.
Who We Are: Capital Delivery Services ( CDS ) builds public projects to support the community. We do this by directly managing the City of Austin’s Capital Program with over
500 active projects, representing an investment of over
$7 Billion. At CDS , we aim to create an environment that values diversity and adaptability and encourages staff at all levels to think creatively, experiment with new ideas, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
Click here to visit our Facebook page to learn moreabout the Capital Delivery Services Department.
Why Join Us? Meaningful Work Contribute to projects that improve the lives of the people in our community. Your work directly enables our department to deliver tangible construction projects throughout the city that will resonate for generations to come. Seeing results through a constructed project provides a sense of accomplishment and pride in your work.
Innovation and Collaboration Collaborate with diverse and talented teams, leveraging technology, continuous improvement, and best practices to drive progress and embrace our One City - One Team - One Approach model of delivering capital projects.
Professional Growth and Development Achieve your professional goals. CDS offers opportunities to advance in multiple career paths, including engineering, architecture, construction management, project planning and management, finance, business administration, process improvement, and data analytics. Education assistance is available through our tuition reimbursement program, and financial support for continuing education, licenses, and certifications is also available.
Work-Life Balance Enjoy a balanced lifestyle in a city renowned for its quality of life, outdoor activities, and cultural experiences. Our employees also enjoy the ability to work up to 50% remotely, depending upon position and business needs.
Health and Wellness The City of Austin is committed to providing cost-effective, sustainable benefits that assist employees in being physically and mentally healthy. For employees that are covered this includes low cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities and more.
Click here to review the City of Austin’s Employee Benefits Guide. To learn more about working with the City of Austin,
click here to watch a short video! Application Details: A detailed, complete City of Austin employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications. For each position, please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications. Please be thorough in completing the employment application and list all experience that is relevant to this position.
- This position does allow for a resume or cover letter to be included but relevant entries on your employment application will primarily be considered for interview qualification and compensation purposes.
- If you are selected as the top candidate for a position, we may be contacting your current and former employer, as well as the references listed in your application. Please be sure you have listed at least 3 previous supervisors in the application with correct contact information.
Additional Details: - This position may require a skills assessment.
- If you are identified as a top candidate, verification of your education, which may include High School graduation or GED equivalent, undergraduate and/or graduate degrees, will be required.
- The Capital Delivery Services Department may close this job posting at any time after it has been advertised for seven (7) days, please apply as soon as possible if interested.
- This position will require a pre-employment Criminal Background Investigation ( CBI ).
Travel: The Capital Delivery Services Department is comprised of multiple facilities located throughout Austin. If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in
the City of Austin Driver Record Evaluation you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
Hybrid Work Environment: The City of Austin Telework Program is designed to empower employees and leaders to establish hybrid work arrangements that promote high levels of performance and engagement. The City of Austin has an established work arrangement under which an employee is scheduled to work at least 3 days per week at their designated worksite. Some positions may require additional time at their designated worksite.
90 Day Provision for Additional Vacancy: If the same or an additional vacancy occurs within the Capital Delivery Services Department in the same job title within 90 days after the start date of the top candidate, the additional position may be offered to another top candidate from the same candidate pool. This may include filling other vacancies with the same job title in other division/work locations within the City of Austin, Capital Delivery Services Department. Decisions on assigned selection may be made at the time of hire based on the business needs of the department.
Pay Range
$55.16 - $72.40
Hours
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Hours may vary depending on work demands and business needs.
Job Close Date 07/15/2024 Type of Posting External Department Capital Delivery Services Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 505 Barton Springs Rd Austin, TX 78704 Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience: - Experience leading or managing Project Management Office ( PMO ) teams
- Experience establishing and implementing a project controls framework and getting buy-in from the organization; explaining how the project controls functions fit into the Capital Project delivery process
- Experience leading the implementation of a Project Management Information System (or similar data/information technology) in support of large capital projects
- Demonstrated understanding of the principles and practices of large capital project design and construction; practical experience of project development, delivery, and management
- Experience conducting data analysis and reporting, then effectively communicating relevant and actionable information to diverse stakeholders
- Ability to travel to more than one work location
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Develops, implements, and maintains standardized project delivery methodologies, processes, tools, and templates, and provides oversight to ensure compliance with the established processes and standards and alignment with City’s CIP goals and objectives. Supports CIP project planning and development, including scope definition, cost estimating, schedule development, and risk analysis. Defines metrics and key performance indicators for monitoring and measuring project performance and develops and maintains business intelligence tools, databases, dashboards, systems, and methods to visualize and present project performance data. Develops, implements, and facilitates project health assessment reviews with project teams to evaluate project performance, proactively identify trends, variance and/or risks. Leads the design and implementation of training, development, and knowledge management programs to develop project management skills and promote the sharing of knowledge, experiences, and lessons learned across different projects within the organization. Establishes risk modeling parameters based on project cost and schedule information and supports project teams with ongoing risk management functions, including risk identification, impact analysis, response planning, monitoring, and control. Serves as Project Management Information System ( PMIS ) business owner. Performs research; participates in the development of reports, special project status reports, and feasibility reports, and makes presentations as required.
Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:- Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. - Knowledge of principles and methods of budget and long-range plan preparation, maintenance, and controls.
- Knowledge of principles and methods of management analysis and research.
- Knowledge of modern methods, techniques, and concepts as applied to the design and construction of capital assets.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with City employees, City Council, the media, and the public.
- Skill in leading and managing a diverse workforce including department employees and contractors.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
- Skill in using computers and related software applications.
- Skill in preparing comprehensive reports and recommendations.
- Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
- Ability to develop strategic direction and program implementation collaboratively with various stakeholder/community groups.
- Ability to interpret, recommend, and propose revisions to State statutes and City ordinances.
- Ability to communicate complex, technical issues in non-technical terms to the public.
- Ability to maintain effective communication and working relationships with Boards and Commissions, City employees, and the public.
Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for this position include graduation with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field related to the job, plus eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in project controls, including at least four (4) years of which were in a management capacity. A master’s degree in a relevant field may substitute for up to two (2) years of non-managerial experience. Do you meet the minimum qualifications for this position?
* Candidates for this position must hold at least one of the following licenses or certifications. Please indicate which of the following you currently hold:
- Professional or Expertise-level AACE International certification (CCP, CEP, EVP, PRMP, PSP, CFCC, or DRMP)
- Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) or other related certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI-PBA, PMI-RMP, PMI-SP, PgMP, or PfMP).
- Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
- Licensed Professional Engineering (PE)
- Licensed/Registered Architect (RA)
- None
* This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.
- I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Check
* Describe your experience leading or managing Project Management Office (PMO) teams.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience establishing and implementing a project controls framework and getting buy-in from the organization; explaining how the project controls functions fit into the Capital Project delivery process
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience leading the implementation of a Project Management Information System (or similar data/information technology) in support of large capital projects.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your demonstrated understanding of the principles and practices of large capital project design and construction; practical experience of project development, delivery, and management.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience conducting data analysis and reporting, then effectively communicating relevant and actionable information to diverse stakeholders
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?
Optional & Required DocumentsRequired Documents Optional Documents Cover Letter Resume
