Project Manager Engineering

City of Dodge City, KS
Dodge City, Kansas
Full Time

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CITY OF DODGE CITY

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Project Manager

Exempt: No

Reports To: Director of Engineering

Department: Engineering Date: May 2026

JOB SUMMARY

The job duties of the Project Manager include but are not limited to planning, coordinating, and overseeing municipal construction and infrastructure projects; preparing and reviewing construction drawings, plans, specifications, and cost estimates; coordinating with engineers, contractors, and city departments; ensuring projects comply with city, state, and federal regulations; managing project budgets and schedules; conducting field inspections; and maintaining accurate project documentation. The Project Manager also evaluates departmental needs, supports long term capital planning, and ensures effective communication with the public, elected officials, and partner agencies. Other duties may be assigned.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties described below are indicative of what the Project Manager may be asked to perform; other duties may be assigned:

On-going Improvement

Job Knowledge & Effectiveness

Expectation to:

Manage and oversee municipal construction and infrastructure projects, including roads, utilities, public buildings, parks, and community development initiatives.
Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and resource plans for capital improvement projects.
Prepare, review, and update construction plans, drawings, and specifications, ensuring accuracy and compliance with engineering standards.
Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and city departments to ensure project alignment and timely completion.
Ensure compliance with Kansas municipal codes, ADA requirements, environmental regulations, and safety standards.
Maintain project documentation, including contracts, change orders, progress reports, and inspection records.
Respond to internal and public requests for project information in a prompt and courteous manner.
Conduct field inspections to verify construction quality, materials, and adherence to specifications.
Assist with procurement processes, including RFP development, bid evaluation, and contractor selection.
Research property records, easements, and right of way needs for project development.
Accurately prepare reports on project progress, budget status, and completion.

Supports the operations of the department by:

Planning, completing tasks, and monitoring results within established deadlines.
Applying project management knowledge to solve a range of technical and logistical problems.
Following department policies consistently.
Performing responsibilities in a timely, cost effective manner that ensures customer satisfaction.
Making decisions that support efficient and cost effective operations.
Identifying issues, problems, and opportunities and taking appropriate action.
Adjusting to changing conditions and accepting new duties with a positive attitude.

Customer Focus

Demonstrates concern for satisfying customers:

Assists citizens by answering questions and explaining project impacts and timelines.
Maintains a professional manner when residents have complaints or concerns.
Respects confidentiality of information shared by others.
Communicates honestly and clearly with the public and project stakeholders.

Adaptability, Innovation & Continuous Learning

Ensures that the vision, mission and values of the City are represented when performing the functions of a project manager:

Is proactive in ensuring that job responsibilities meet the vision, mission, and values of the organization.
Weigh the costs, benefits, risks and chances for success in making a decision.
Anticipates possible problems and develops contingency plans in advance.
Takes responsibility for own mistakes does not blame others.

Demonstrates ability to support organizational changes needed to improve the organization's effectiveness;

Initiating and implementing new methods, approaches or technologies.
Works cooperatively with others to produce innovative solutions.
Demonstrates openness to new organizational structures, procedures and technology.

Takes responsibility for one's own performance:

Takes initiative and responsibility for ensuring continual updating of skills and education necessary for the position.
Promptly notifies his/her manager about any problems that affect his/her ability to accomplish planned goals.
Maintains all licenses, certifications, etc. as well as continue to learn new techniques and methodologies related to their field.

Honesty, Integrity & Respect

Fosters teamwork with co-workers:

Listens and responds constructively to other team members.
Is patient with other team members, administration, and customers.
Expresses disagreement constructively e.g., emphasizing points of agreement, suggesting alternatives that may be acceptable to the group.
Cross-trains in other areas of Engineering Department as appropriate. Assists in other departments when needed.
Treats all members of the team, department, City and Community with respect, ensuring

cultural differences are respected.

Ensuring that all work is performed equally among team members, each taking responsibility for jobs that many not be desirable duties.

Safety

Ensures that all activities are carried out in a safe manner; adhering to all City safety regulations:

Assists co-workers in the safe handling of equipment and in other duties as appropriate.
Ensures that the City's equipment is safely operated and driving laws are obeyed.
Ensures all regulations pertaining to the safe use of equipment are understood and followed.
Reports all accidents to the appropriate individual. Follows all policies for reporting, investigating, and follow-up of equipment incidents, or personal injuries.
Understanding if items are in need of repair and takes responsibility to ensure that it is either fixed properly, or informs the appropriate personnel.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required at the time of hire or for the continuation of employment.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Public Administration, or related field (preferred).
Minimum of 3-5 years of project management experience, preferably in public works, utilities, or municipal construction.
Experience with public sector procurement, contract administration, and regulatory compliance.
Knowledge of project management software, construction methods, and municipal infrastructure.
Professional certifications such as PMP, CM, or engineering related credentials may be required within one year of hire.
Valid Kansas motor vehicle operator's license and good driving record.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to work cooperatively with staff, contractors, and the public.
Ability to maintain a professional manner when dealing with the public.
Ability to comprehend, retain and apply city and state policies and legislation, i.e. city ordinances, procedure manuals, etc.
Ability to operate various types of equipment: GPS instruments/equipment, standard office equipment, computer and related software. Ability to work with AUTOCAD, surveying instruments. Other equipment/apparatus could be required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend written material of a fairly technical nature.
Ability to organize files and effectively retrieve data.
Ability to communicate effectively with other members of the staff, supervisor, and the public.
Ability to communicate in both written and verbal form.
Ability to provide accurate and appropriate information to contractors.
Ability to read City policies and procedures; written instructions, general correspondence; MSDS sheets, safety manuals, maps, etc.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate basic mathematical calculations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to respond to complaints and grievances posed by the public.
Ability to perform surveying and engineering design work accurately and effectively.
Ability to apply current knowledge of pertinent codes and ordinances.
Ability to define problems and deal with a variety of situations.
Ability to think quickly, maintains self-control, and adapt to stressful situations.
Ability to use good judgment and effectively solve problems.

PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical and work environments described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Physical Environment:

The duties of this job include physical activities such as stooping, kneeling, standing, reaching, walking, lifting (up to 80 pounds), grasping, talking, hearing/listening, seeing/observing, and repetitive motions.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance and peripheral vision; depth perception; and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: