Assistant Construction & Utilities Program Manager #2302-230400-01

The City of Charlotte is the largest municipality in North Carolina and the 17th largest city in the United States, with a total population of more than 872,498 citizens. A major commerce center, Charlotte hosts several of the nation’s largest banks and technology companies.

Also known as the Queen City, Charlotte is home to the Carolina Panthers, the Charlotte Hornets and the NASCAR Hall of Fame. We work hard to ensure that the community will be a winning city for everyone – a truly remarkable place to live, work, learn and play. Join us in helping to keep our City thriving, ensuring upward mobility and advancement in the workplace.

• Report to and assist the Construction Program Manager and CSU Division Manager. 
• Manage the Construction and Utilities Program when the Program Manager is unavailable.
• Track project schedules to ensure Balanced Scorecard Targets are being met.
• Track project schedules for major milestones relating to the start of utility relocation, bid phase, construction, and any other phases. 
• Provide technical support on contract interpretations, advise staff and supervisors.  
• Review and resolve construction claim issues. 
• Solve problems as needed.
• Provide expert technical advice, information, and consultation on projects as necessary.
• Supervise, evaluate, train, and hire construction supervisors.
• Review and approve change orders.
• Manage the section’s emergency response requirements for storm debris, snow, and ice.
• Oversee and manage the specialized roadway construction services contracts.
• Delegate work assignments to optimize section work performance and efficiency.  
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

• Demonstrated skill in successful project management /construction management on capital infrastructure projects. 
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Excellent customer service, collaboration, conflict management, interpersonal communication, and process improvement skills are essential.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with General Services’ staff, private utility companies, other City Departments, contractors, and the public.
• Proficient in Project and Construction Management principles, including planning, design, execution and delivery, and construction of Capital Improvement Program projects.
• Proficient in FHWA, FTA, NCDOT Standard Specifications, and City of Charlotte Land Development Standards.
• Computer skills at the intermediate level proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite Products. 
• Competencies and skills leading to success include being proactive, a strong communicator, responsive, approachable, and comfortable managing conflict.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced/high-pressure environment.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, good driving record, dependable passenger vehicle, and be able to receive and maintain a City Driving Permit Authorization. 

• Ten (10) years of roadway construction experience.

• Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field with at least (5) five years of roadway construction experience.

• $80,344 - $100,430 Commensurate with experience

The City’s Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.

Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate’s written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.

Please note that all job offers are contingent upon an applicant successfully passing a new hire background check, drug screening, and proof of COVID-19 vaccination. If an applicant does not pass the background screening or vaccination requirement, the job offer will be rescinded. 

The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.