Stormwater Project Manager

Job Summary The purpose of this position is to manage Capital Improvement Program (CIP) stormwater drainage/infrastructure and water quality infrastructure projects for the Town of Bluffton (Town). Primary responsibilities include: coordinating design, permitting, bidding, easement acquisitions, grant monitoring and construction administration of various Town Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects; and supporting Town's contracting and procurement policies. ## Essential Job Functions - Assists in planning, monitoring, budgeting and administering stormwater drainage and water quality CIP projects. - Assists in scoping projects and establishing contracts to address specific project requirements for the Town. - Assists in developing project designs and cost estimates. - Manages the CIP design process including initial project programming and budgeting, surveying, conceptual planning, engineering, architecture, landscape architecture and work of other design professionals and consultants. - Supervises daily interface activities of contractors, architects, engineers, surveyors, and third-party utility agencies. - Obtain, evaluate and monitor testing and inspection services including CMT and geotechnical. - Manages the easement acquisition process including identifying and obtaining, plats, appraisals, easement documents, negotiating with property owners and coordinating with Town Attorney and Town Council for review and approval. - Prepare solicitations for design and construction, such as Invitation for Bid, Request for Proposals, and Requests for Qualifications. - Prepares construction contracts for review and approval by Purchasing Administrator, Department Director, Town Attorney, Town Council and contractor. - Monitors project permitting with Federal, State and Local regulatory agencies. - Manages construction administration including; executing contracts, bonds, and insurance; preparing field progress reports, change orders; reviewing progress shop drawings schedules and pay requests; and monitoring overall quality control and third party inspections. - Prepares and report monthly updates on status, schedule, and budget analysis. Submit quarterly budget updates to Finance. - Prepares Staff Reports and presentation materials for monthly Town Council meetings and quarterly workshops as requested. - Supports other Project Managers on specific project tasks or components. - Ensures projects achieve required acceptance and proper closeout with regulatory agencies and meet Town standards. - Reviews sourcing documents to make sure activities are consistent with approved Town's policies and procedures. - Maintains contract change order log; payment ledger; contract value; approved payments; retainage; balance dues, etc. - Assists other Town staff with procurement and sourcing activities in support of Town goals and objectives. - Assists with grant duties including preparation of applications, budgets, schedules, exhibits and progress reporting. - Oversees the work of contractors. - Creates and maintains related computer databases. - Plans, manages, and coordinates activities involving easement acquisition, construction, improvement, and maintenance of Town drainage systems including road drainage projects, outfall drainage projects, and pipe installations; uses GIS and Cartegraph asset management software. - Conducts and documents inspections on open channels for MS4 requirements; schedules maintenance projects and pre-storm inspections. - Inspects and monitors drainage systems and related areas to identify problems, necessary repairs, or other situations requiring attention; issues work orders for required maintenance/repair work; and reports damage/vandalism, potentially hazardous/dangerous situations, or other problems to appropriate personnel. - Coordinates with other Town personnel, county staff, state agencies, utility com anies, contractors, consulting engineers, and the general public. - Attends meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions; reviews publications and other materials to become and remain current on new principles and practices in assigned areas. - Responds to inquiries from the public and addresses concerns as required. - Performs emergency or disaster-related duties as assigned - Performs other related duties as assigned. ## Qualifications Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, landscape architect, or a related field; and five (5) years of related work experience in storm drainage design, construction and inspection (including sediment and erosion control), infrastructure maintenance, and project management; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licenses or Certifications: - Valid South Carolina driver's license. Certifications or training required: Defensive Driving Certification; FEMA Emergency Management Institute Training IS-00100 and IS-00700. - Certifications or training preferred: Have (or obtain within six (6) months of hire) a certification as a South Carolina Certified Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Inspector (CEPSCI); Certified. Post-Construction Best Management Practice Inspector. Special Requirements: None. Knowledge, Skills and Abili