Senior Project Manager - Birmingham
Full Time
Jefferson County, AL
Posted
Job description
ATTENTION Merit System Employees: Do not apply through this site.
Grade 32
CLOSE DATE
SUMMARY
Senior Project Managers in the Merit System are responsible for applying appropriate principles and procedures on a variety of projects as determined by the jurisdiction and department that they serve. In addition to typical project management responsibilities, Senior Project Managers are responsible for the supervisory aspects of managing a project team. This includes assignment and review of work, and communicating with key stakeholders. Senior Project Managers are responsible for carrying out following four major phases of project management, each with its own agenda of tasks and issues: initiation, planning, implementation, and closure. Project management responsibilities include the coordination and completion of assignments on time within budget and within scope. Incumbents will set and/or meet deadlines, assign or assume responsibilities, and monitor and summarize progress of project. An individual in this role will have experience in performing the duties of each project management life cycle. Successful incumbents will have strong planning and organizing skill as they will be expected to carry out multiple projects simultaneously. Attention to detail and strong communication abilities are necessary in this role.
TYPICAL JOB DUTIES:
Initiates new projects by thoroughly exploring key elements of the scope of the project.
Plans projects by defining goals, outcomes, and expectations.
Executes project plans and facilitates completion of the project.
Monitors and controls the project from beginning to completion.
Closes the project upon completion.
Supervises staff by assigning and distributing work, directing staff in their job duties, monitoring progress of work, providing feedback and/or training.
Determines criteria that will indicate project success.
Identifies potential project constraints and risks.
Leads the definition of project objectives and establishes short- and long-term goals.
Determines the course of action required to meet project objectives.
Tracks project milestones and deliverables.
Ensures project is completed and meets original expectations.
Assigns and distributes work to staff based upon departmental/division needs, deadlines and qualifications of personnel.
Directs staff in carrying out appropriate job duties.
Evaluates time required to complete projects and workload of staff members in order to establish accurate timelines and/or deadlines.
Establishes performance goals and measures progress toward goals.
Initiates new projects by thoroughly exploring key elements of the scope of the project.
Plans projects by defining goals, outcomes, and expectations.
Executes project plans and facilitates completion of the project.
Monitors and controls the project from beginning to completion.
Closes the project upon completion.
Supervises staff by assigning and distributing work, directing staff in their job duties, monitoring progress of work, providing feedback and/or training.
Determines criteria that will indicate project success.
Identifies potential project constraints and risks.
Leads the definition of project objectives and establishes short- and long-term goals.
Determines the course of action required to meet project objectives.
Tracks project milestones and deliverables.
Ensures project is completed and meets original expectations.
Assigns and distributes work to staff based upon departmental/division needs, deadlines and qualifications of personnel.
Directs staff in carrying out appropriate job duties.
Evaluates time required to complete projects and workload of staff members in order to establish accurate timelines and/or deadlines.
Establishes performance goals and measures progress toward goals.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
The following Minimum Qualifications are required for this job. You must demonstrate possession of these qualifications by providing a detailed description of your related experience in the work history section of your application. Please note that replicating or restating these minimum qualifications or the information from the Personnel Board’s job description as your own work experience will result in your disqualification. Please describe your work experience in your own words to represent the work you have performed that is related to the minimum qualifications for this job.
- A valid Drivers License.
- Experience working in a projectized or functional organization managing and/or delivering projects based on objectives and goals.
- Experience managing a project budget, scope, and a baseline schedule with the critical path method. (must possess all three)
- Experience performing work utilizing project management tools and techniques, processes, and knowledge areas.
- Experience leading and/or supervising project teams to include assignment and review of work and project objectives, on time delivery, and managing key stakeholders.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- PMP (Project Management Professional).
- Bachelors Degree Business Management, Construction, Project Management, Engineering, Finance, Public Administration.
- Construction, Facilities Management, or Engineering background.
- Experience utilizing earned value analysis for project performance.
COMPETENCIES:
- Adaptability & Flexibility.
- Computer & Technology Operations.
- Heavy Equipment & Vehicle Use.
- Leadership & Management.
- Mathematical & Statistical Skills.
- Oral Communication & Comprehension.
- Planning & Organizing.
- Problem Solving & Decision Making.
- Professionalism & Integrity.
- Researching & Referencing.
- Reviewing, Inspecting & Auditing.
- Self Management & Initiative.
- Technical & Job-Specific Knowledge.
- Written Communication & Comprehension.
CRITICAL KNOWLEDGES:
- Knowledge of budgetary principles and procedures, and encumbrances/expenditures such as revenues, expenditures, and appropriations involved in establishing and maintaining budgets.
- Knowledge of formal procedures for project management and reporting tools.
- Knowledge of principles involved in the management of staff/personnel.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is conducted almost exclusively indoors in an office setting. Work involves use of standard office equipment, such as computer, phone, copier, etc.
Work is conducted almost exclusively indoors in an office setting. Work involves use of standard office equipment, such as computer, phone, copier, etc.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Job is primarily sedentary involving sitting for long periods of time, but may involve occasional walking or standing for brief periods.
Job is primarily sedentary involving sitting for long periods of time, but may involve occasional walking or standing for brief periods.
DISCLAIMER: This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.
SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS
Persons requiring special conditions to accommodate a disability when completing the application should contact the Personnel Board at 205-279-3500 before the announcement closing date. Qualified applicants who believe they will need reasonable accommodation in the examination process should complete and submit an Accommodation Request Form. You may obtain an Accommodation Request Form by contacting our ADA Ombudsperson at ADAO@pbjcal.org, or by accessing the "Request for Accommodation" form through the following website:
http://www.pbjcal.org/
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Personnel Board of Jefferson County (Personnel Board) provides a public personnel system based on merit principles. The Personnel Board strives for the constant improvement of the public service by employing and developing the best qualified persons available. The Personnel Board provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, creed, religion, political beliefs, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Employment decisions are made by the Merit System municipality or governmental agency in which the position exists. Each Merit System municipality, agency, or jurisdiction administers its own equal employment opportunity programs in compliance with applicable state and/or federal laws and regulations.
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