NOTE: This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of "Continuous." If interested in being considered, an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications will be evaluated on a continuous basis. Interviews will be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment with candidates who are best qualified. Applications may no longer be considered once a candidate to fill the position is identified. This job announcement will close when the position(s) have been filled and may close at any time.
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The Senior Project Manager oversees the Department of Utilities projects of substantial cost, scope, and complexity to include, but not limited to: new utility infrastructure construction or major upgrades to utilities systems. The Senior Project Manager advises management on cost-planning, scheduling, control and productivity analysis, provides financial management oversight and reports on business results. Advises management on work distribution and project scheduling and or rescheduling issues; facilitates internal processes and scoping meetings. May guide or coordinate with other Utilities personnel in a consultant capacity.
Primarily and most frequently the work done here is performed independently under the general direction of a Division Manager or Department Head.
The preferred hiring range for this position is between $83,678.40 - $109,636.80 Annually. This is a full-time, exempt, position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City's retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities.
For a general summary of benefits offered by the City, please visit https://www.charlottesville.gov/1047/Employee-Benefits.
The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS, however the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS and there are certain provisions that must be met. For questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement, please contact the City's Benefits Administrator at 434-970-3462.
Minimum Qualifications:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in the field of landscape architecture, engineering, construction management or a related field.
Minimum of seven (7) years of comprehensive project management experience in full life-cycle project management that includes experience in directing and leading project teams.
Special Requirements:
Depending on assignment, may require a valid Virginia driver's license by employment start date.
The City of Charlottesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports workforce diversity at all levels of the organization. The City prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The City is dedicated to this with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.