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State of Colorado Project Manager I - Local Agency Program Design & Construction Support in Grand Junction, Colorado
Project Manager I - Local Agency Program Design & Construction Support
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Project Manager I - Local Agency Program Design & Construction Support
Salary
$68,100.00 - $84,000.00 Annually
Location
Grand Junction, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
HAA 50137632 - 05/24
Department
Department of Transportation
Opening Date
05/13/2024
Closing Date
5/27/2024 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Primary Physical Work Address
222 S 6th St Grand Junction CO 81501
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
Lynn Livingston LynnR.Livingston@state.co.us 303-757-9110
Type of Announcement
The primary duties of this position are located within 30 miles of the state border; therefore, this position is exempt from the residency requirements. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Description
Benefits
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Department Information
Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
New employees to the State will be paid biweekly. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year.
This position is covered by the Partnership Agreement between the State of Colorado and Colorado Workers for Innovative and New Solutions (COWins).
About CDOT
Do you want to make a difference in Coloradans’ lives? Do you have a passion for helping people and keeping them safe? At the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), you’ll have the opportunity to do just that. The work our people do contributes to keeping Coloradans and visitors safe and provides freedom, connection, and experience through travel. Please visit ourcareers page (https://www.codot.gov/topcontent/employment/overview.html) to learn about CDOT and how we are making Colorado a great place to live, work and play, now and for the future! Also, check out our excellentbenefits (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits) package!
CDOT for All
CDOT’s strength is our people, and our commitment to our people is to shape, support, and sustain the employee experience, and ultimately, create a supportive workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education, disability, socio-economic status, or any other identity, has the opportunity to thrive.
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The eligible list created from this announcement may be used to fill one or more positions.
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Description of Job
About the Work Unit
The Project Manager works in the Planning & Environmental Unit of the Colorado Department of Transportation's (CDOT's) Region 3 in Grand Junction, CO. The Unit plans and develops a comprehensive program of projects within the geographic boundaries of CDOT Region 3. The Unit ensures that the following are met: CDOT's Project Priority Programming Process, the National Environmental Act of 1969 (NEPA), the policies of the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), and state/local laws and regulations relative to planning, development, and clearance of projects. The Unit serves as the Region 3 lead in local agency, transit, planning and environmental program and must maintain adequate technical knowledge in these areas to assure timely, complete and accurate development of the Statewide Transportation Plan (20 Year Plan), the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) and environmental permits, impacts, mitigation plans and clearances.
About the Position
The Project Manager will support the Region 3 Local Agency (LA) Program design and construction team in the oversight of State and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) -funded transportation projects administered by local entities. This requires coordinating with specialists from other branches within CDOT, Local Governmental Agencies, consultants, and other governmental organizations. This position will be responsible for overseeing the satisfactory completion of Local Agency transportation projects for the Region through design and/or construction. The position is responsible for providing oversight and guidance to Local partners for each individual project.
This position administers the required Intergovernmental Agreements (IGA’s) to ensure that all State and Federal procedures and requirements are followed and met. The Project Manager is one of the Region 3 many resources responsible for managing the preparation of agreements for Local Agency Program projects by directly requesting, analyzing, and reviewing contract documents or monitoring the work of others performing these tasks. This position acts as a professional resource for questions regarding rules, regulations, policies, and procedures for Local Agency projects within the Region and serves as a resource for similar positions within CDOT and as a resource for inquiries from other States.
Your duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Pre-construction Project Management
Establishes contractual and project responsibilities with local governmental entities; prepares and submits necessary documentation to the CDOT Agreements section for contract preparation and develops schedules and budgets while working directly with the Local Agency to ensure timely delivery of projects.
Provides project oversight as per the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and CDOT Stewardship Agreements.
Ensures that all State and/or Federal rules and regulations are met on projects through the design phase of the projects.
Works in direct coordination with multiple CDOT departments, local governmental agencies, and/or consultants to complete the design of the project from the initial scope through final design/advertisement.
Serves as the CDOT Project Manager on grants such as the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP), Federal Earmarks, Safe Routes to School (SRTS), Bridge Off-System, Multimodal Options Fund (MMOF), and Revitalizing Main Street Grant Projects in Region 3.
Reviews bid plans and project specifications for completeness and accuracy and compliance with CDOT and FHWA design and construction standards.
Regularly facilitates resolution of complex Right-of-Way, Utility and Environmental issues associated with projects in coordination with CDOT Specialty Unit managers and project stakeholders.
Utilizes various computer programs such as SAP, ProjectWise, Bluebeam, PM Web, and MS Office Suite programs.
Construction Oversight/Management
Monitors and certifies Local Agency processes to ensure that contractors’ work conforms with the construction plans, specifications, and applicable policies and procedures.
Collects required docoumentation from Local Agency and/or Contractor to ensure that all State and/or Federal rules and regulations are met on projects through the construction phase of projects and provides guidance for changes as needed.
Periodically inspects the contractors’ work procedures by performing random field visits.
Inspects all new ADA ramps to be constructed in CDOT ROW for compliance with CDOT ADA ramp standard drawings. Record ADA as-constructed information in CDOT software (i.e. Survey 123) as necessary. Inspect and record other construction items as assigned.
Attends project final walk-through meetings.
Reviews traffic control setup on projects for compliance with approved Methods of Handling Traffic (MHT's).
Ensures accurate payment for contract construction work by verifying pay quantities, project activities, conditions, and resolutions to problems and situations.
Utilizes various computer programs such as SAP, PM Web, ProjectWise, B2GNow, LPC Tracker, and MS Office Suite programs.
Documentation
Performs regular audits of the Local Agency project documentation to ensure compliance with CDOT requirements.
Verifies that all measured pay items were paid accurately. Confirms that all test results comply with specifications and if not, confirms appropriate price reductions or other mitigating measures were completed.
Reviews Local Agency interim and final reimbursement requests for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with the IGA. Ensures all required documentation associated with each reimbursement request has been submitted and accepted.
Confirms the Local Agency has completed all final documentaion necessary to close-out the project.
Other job duties as assigned.
Work Environment
Your schedule will primarily be 8:00 am – 5:00 pm work hours, Monday-Friday, but we are flexible to meet your work/life balance needs while ensuring CDOT business needs are met.
Daytime travel during business hours to various project sites for pre-construction activities, to provide construction oversight and attend meetings.
Occasional overnight travel to attend meetings, conferences, trainings.
Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by the weather. Exposure to nonweather-related hot and cold temperatures.
Contact with water or other liquids; or exposure to nonweather-related humid conditions.Exposure to a shaking object or surface.
Exposure to conditions such as fumes, noxious odors, dusts, mists, gases, and poor ventilation, that affects the respiratory system, eyes or, the skin.
Proximity to moving, mechanical parts.
Exposure to electrical shock.
Working in high, exposed places.
Exposure to radiant energy.
Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.
Exert up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force regularly to move objects.
Required to drive CDOT vehicles.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Minimum Qualifications
Four (4) years of professional work experience in Project Management, Construction Management, Transportation Management, Engineering, Transportation Planning or a field closely related to the Major Job Duties.
AND at least three (3) years of full-time professional work experience in comprehensive project management.
OR
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Project Management, Construction Management, Transportation Management, Engineering, Transportation Planning or a field closely related to the major responsibilities of this position.
AND at least three years of full-time professional work experience in comprehensive project management.
OR
A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Project Management, Construction Management, Transportation Management, Engineering, Transportation Planning or a field closely related to the major responsibilities of this position.
AND at least (1) year of full-time professional work experience in comprehensive project management.
Substitutions:
Graduate coursework beyond a Master's Degree or a doctorate degree in one of the fields of study listed above will substitute for the experience and Master's degree on a year for year basis.
NOTE: If using education to help meet the minimum qualifications of this position, a legible copy of your unofficial college transcript(s) or credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have been assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. The credential evaluation must be an official evaluation. Failure to provide a transcript or official credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue on in the selection process for this position. Transcripts must show your name, the name of the school, all coursework and degrees conferred.
Conditions of Employment
A current valid driver's license is required for this position as it requires operating a state or personal motor vehicle to perform one or more essential functions of the position.
Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks (more information provided in the supplemental information section).
Preferred Qualifications
The exceptional applicant will be an experienced project manager with proven ability or accomplishment in the following:
Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section.
Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position.
Highest work/personal ethics and integrity.
Knowledge of, and experience with transportation design and construction projects.
Strong customer service skills; ability to partner with professionals, consultants, stakeholders and staff, with sensitivity to their needs and priorities.
Comprehensive knowledge and experience with local agency programs/projects.
Experience with project tracking and preparing projects reports.
Knowledge and experience in reading and interpreting engineering project plans.
Knowledge and experience managing contracts.
Experience with project, work justifications, and budgets.
Knowledge of State fiscal, procurement, contracting rules.
Knowledge and experience in reading and policies and federal/state/local laws and regulations relative to planning, development, and clearance of projects.
Knowledge of and experience with the CDOT Local Agency Manual.
Knowledge of and experience with CDOT Standard Specification & Standard Plans, CDOT Design Manual, CDOT Construction Manual, CDOT Materials Manual and Project Special Provisions.
Experience reviewing and analyzing information to determine overall efficiency, accuracy, and compliance with applicable rules/regulations.
Excellent reasoning, analytical, decision making, investigative and problem solving skills and ability to multitask.
Excellent time management, planning, organizational and scheduling skills.
Proven ability to manage multiple assignments, priorities, and projects in a demanding environment.
Effective interpersonal and relationship building skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills including presentation, facilitation and training skills.
Ability to adapt communication style to diverse individuals/groups
Ability to work under tight deadlines and be adaptable to changing assignments.
Ability to take initiative to solve problems in an innovative manner.
Self-motivated and ability to motivate a team to achieve a common goal.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work effectively in both independent and team situations.
Ability to take initiative to solve problems in an innovative manner.
Negotiation skills with individuals and/or groups to find mutually acceptable solutions; building consensus through give and take.
A passion for safety.
Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite), Gmail and the ability to quickly learn other software systems.
Ability to learn new software systems utilized by CDOT such as SAP, PM Web, On Base, Bluebeam and ProjectWise.
Supplemental Information
Applicant Checklist
Complete Applications must include the following documents:
A complete CDOT Application for Announced Vacancy (please submit online using the green 'APPLY' button at the top of this announcement)
A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (The questionnaire is part of the online application. You will be prompted to answer them as you are completing your online application.)
A cover letter that describes your interest in this position, how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position.Cover letters must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application. Cover letters will not be accepted after the closing date and time of the announcement.
A detailed chronological resume. Resumes must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application.
If you are using education to qualify, a copy of your official or unofficial transcript showing your name, the name of the school all coursework and degree(s) conferred or your NACES accreditation.Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.
If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.
Only complete applications submitted by the closing date for this announcement will be given consideration. Every effort must be made to submit all application materials by the announcement close date. Where unusual circumstances prevent timely acquisition of transcripts, they must be submitted within five business days of the announcement close date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application being rejected.
Notifications:
All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be via email . Include your current working email address on your application and check your email frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up your email to accept messages from " state.co.us " and " info@governmentjobs.com " addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email . Immediately after you submit your application you should receive an email that confirms that you successfully submitted an application for this position. If you do not, try submitting again until you receive the confirmation email. Be sure to also check your junk folder for email communications from the State of Colorado's website.
The Hiring Process:
All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the minimum qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step.
Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.
Part, or all, of the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications.
Be sure your application materials specifically address your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the Major Duties, Minimum Qualifications, and Preferred Qualifications sections as listed above. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the deadline for application may result in your application not being accepted for this position and may affect your inclusion as a qualified candidate in any step of the selection process and placement on the eligible list.
A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.
Transfer, Non-Disciplinary Demotion or Reinstatement
If you believe that you are eligible to be considered as a transfer, non-disciplinary demotion, or reinstatement to this vacancy, you must submit a completed application following the directions in this job announcement and you will be included in the selection process along with other qualified applicants. If you are the finalist for this position after the selection process, Human Resources will confirm your eligibility to be appointed as a transfer, non-disciplinary demotion, or reinstatement applicant.
Employment Screening
If an applicant reaches the finalist stage of the hiring process, the Colorado Department of Transportation may procure a consumer report and/or investigative consumer report on the applicant in connection with his/her application for employment purposes, as defined under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. These reports may be obtained at any time after receipt of the applicant's authorization. As part of the employment screening an applicant will be requested to disclose any deferred judgments and convictions as well as an explanation of the circumstances around any arrest or conviction. In the event that a screening returns information that the applicant believes is not accurate, he or she will have an opportunity to dispute the information with “Info Cubic.”
Info Cubic, a consumer reporting agency, will obtain the report for CDOT. Further information regarding Info Cubic, a Division of Orange Tree, including its privacy policy, may be found online at www.InfoCubic.com and www.OrangeTreeScreening.com . Info Cubic is located at 7275 Ohms Lane, Minneapolis, MN 55439, and can be reached at 877.360.4636 or 888.222.0667.
The report may contain information bearing on the applicant's character, general reputation, personal characteristics, and mode of living. The information that may be included in the report includes social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records checks, educational records, and driving records checks . CDOT will only request credit reports insofar as they relate to the position for which the applicant is applying. The information contained in the report will be obtained from private and/or public record sources. The applicant will have the right, upon written request made within a reasonable time after receipt of a notice, to request disclosure of the nature and scope of any investigative consumer report.
Appeal Rights
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ( dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us ), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action. For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board go to spb.colorado.gov ; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at 303.866.3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
Discrimination and/or harassment against any person is prohibited because of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, veteran’s status, marital status, gender identity or any other protected class recognized under the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA). This applies to all employment decisions.
ADAAA Accommodations
CDOT is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Lynn Livingston atLynnR.Livingston@state.co.us or call 303-757-9110
Former State Employees
Former employees of the Colorado Department of Transportation System or any other State of Colorado Department or Agency, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information on his/her application.
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If you are a current or previous State of Colorado classified employee, please provide your Employee Identification Number (EID) to verify your current or previous employment. Your EID begins with 997 and is nine digits long. Please do not enter your Social Security Number. If not, please state "N/A".
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Please describe your project management experience. Please provide the names of employer(s) where you performed these responsibilities and the dates of employment (mo/yr - mo/yr) Please do not write, "See Resume"
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If you are using education to qualify, a legible copy of your official or unofficial college transcript(s) or a foreign credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable, but they must show your name, the name of the school, all coursework and degree(s) conferred. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have been assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service and a formal crecential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Failure to provide a transcript or foreign credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position. Have you included your transcript(s) as an attachment to your application? If not, you may go back and do so now.
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No, I have not attached transcripts to my application because I am substituting experience for education to meet the minimum qualifications.
I have requested my transcriptsor credential report from my college/university or credential evaluation service and will email them to LynnR.Livingston@state.co.us within the required 5 business days of the close date of the job announcement.
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A cover letter and chronological resume are required. Cover letters and resumes will not be accepted after the closing date and time of the announcement. Did you attach these documents to your application? If not, you may go back and do so now. Please note: The education, experience, abilities, and accomplishments listed in this announcement have been identified as critical to successful performance in this position. Your cover letter should address your interest in and qualifications for this job with CDOT. Please be specific and detailed in describing experience, abilities, and accomplishments as they relate to this position's requirements and major duties as described in the announcement.
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If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application. Did you attach a copy of your DD214 to your application? If not, you may go back and do so now.
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N/A - I am not a veteran
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Have you been subject to disciplinary action in the last three years of your work experience? If so, please provide details of that disciplinary action. If not, please state "N/A".
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Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application. In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify your application from the current position. If this does not apply to you, please put "N/A".
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