Contract Project Manager

PROJECT MANAGER

Parks, Recreation and Facilities

Be a part of the team who helps to improve quality of life in the great City of Portland!

This is a contract position with a duration of up to one year. We are looking for a highly skilled professional level work that oversees Parks, Recreation and Facilities projects, from developing the scope of work to the completion of projects. Typical projects include, but are not limited to the redesign and installation oversight of: playgrounds, swimming pools, athletic fields, irrigation and drainage systems, historical preservation projects, athletic courts, plazas, sidewalks, monuments, parking lots, restroom facilities, trails, and waterfront infrastructure. This position develops the initial scope of work for Department construction projects and prepares cost estimates for potential and actual projects and monitors assigned project budgets from initial appropriation to final payment. This position also attends all pre-bid meetings with the ability to clearly define the scope of work, prepares the necessary bid and contract documents, including obtaining the necessary signatures for approval and reviews bids to assure qualified bidders. In addition to the above, the Project Manager also goes to job sites to monitor progress and ensures that all work is performed in a timely, cost effective and professional manner; works with selected outside contractors and monitors their performance; follows all purchasing requirements set forth by the City.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in management or a related field and 3 years of supervisory / project management experience or a combination of experience and training that provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities required of this position;

• broad working knowledge of Parks, Recreation and Facilities management, including playgrounds, trails, athletic facilities, plumbing and electrical systems, fencing, parks roads and sidewalks;

• Working knowledge of applicable building, fire, electrical and plumbing codes, as well as, knowledge of HVAC systems and designs;

• Extensive knowledge of local, state and federal safety rules and regulations;

• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, contractors, City employees, Friends Groups, Boards and Commissions;

• Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes working long hours, nights and weekends;

• Excellent organizational and communication skills;

• Ability to read design and construction plans; experience in developing accurate project costs.

Training and Experience Desired:

• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Landscape Architect in the State of Maine.

Necessary Special Requirements:

• Must possess a valid Class C driver's license in good standing.

• TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) Card, or ability to acquire.

Applications accepted until August 8, 2025.

Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.

Salary & Benefits:

$1,311.75 to $1,661.63, weekly depending on experience and qualifications.

The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment.

City benefits may include:

• Free employee health insurance with the completion of wellness incentives

• Thirteen paid holidays

• Sick, vacation, and personal leave

• Life, dental, vision and income protection insurances

• Choice of retirement plans, including a pension plan

• Use of City recreation facilities

• Fitness Reimbursement

• Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College

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The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call ... or email ....

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Group : CONTRACT E

Job Family : PARKS & RECREATION

Posting Start : 07/18/2025

Posting End : 08/08/2025