This is an exciting executive level opportunity to lead, manage and develop a critical branch of the City’s Engineering Services Department. The Assistant Director for Project Administration is responsible for leading multiple divisions who oversee the design and construction of a broad spectrum of projects throughout the City. These diverse, essential projects include roadways, buildings, parks, and greenways. This position will have the opportunity to work closely with every department within the City and all levels of City management, as well as serve as a critical resource for the residents of Raleigh. This is truly a unique opportunity for anyone who has the desire to develop and lead teams toward achieving outcomes that serve to significantly contribute to the greater good of the community.

About You:

The ideal candidate is a strategic leader who possesses a proactive management style and a commitment to problem solving. Excellent communication skills, a collaborative mindset and the ability to build and maintain relationships is essential. The ideal candidate has high political and business acumen and is decisive under pressure. Success in this role requires accountability, high-level organization skills, and consistent follow-through. Solid foundations in project management and engineering/architecture principles will contribute to success in this role.

A positive attitude and a commitment to high-quality customer service are a must. This position serves as an example and role model for others both within and outside of the organization.

About Us:

The City of Raleigh's Engineering Services Department oversees the design and construction of transportation, park, and City building projects and manages the City's stormwater program. The department also manages and maintains City buildings, parking decks, and the fleet of City-owned vehicles.

Duties and Responsibilities

 

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Lead, Manage and Develop multiple project focused divisions with the Engineering Services Department to include staff supervision, development, evaluation, hiring and discipline

• Serve as an executive level manager within the City’s organization providing critical support to, among others, the Department Director, City Manager’s Office, and elected officials

• Continuously pursue mechanisms for enhancing customer service and efficient project delivery

• Actively participate in the City’s Strategic Planning process with the goal of positively influencing the City’s future direction

• Serve as a positive ambassador for the Department and City in all efforts internal and external to the City organization

 

Typical Qualifications

 

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture or related field; 7 to 9 years' supervisory or managerial level engineering or related experience

OR

Any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted

Licenses or Certifications:

• Licensed Professional Engineer
• Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire

 

Additional Information

 

Knowledge of:

• Engineering concepts

• Project management principles

• Budget and fiscal management

• Public-sector decision-making process

• Risk management, quality control, and change management

• Principles, practices, methods, and current trends related to facilities operations and management

• Environmental sustainability and energy conservation

• Modern office practices and procedures including the use of standard office equipment and computer applications such as word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications

• Supervisory principles, practices and techniques

Skill in:

• Training, coaching and overseeing the development of staff
• Public speaking and presenting
• Customer service
• Data compilation, analysis, and reporting
• Verbal and written communication to effectively convey information
• Managing standards and quality assurance

Ability to:

• Author and edit complex reports and documents
• Identify and manage risks associated with facilities maintenance operations, compliance, and regulatory matters and apply a proactive active approach to problem-solving
• Assist with strategic planning initiatives and set short to long-term goals and plans
• Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with personnel assigned to departments
• Facilitate meetings and present information to groups while conducting complex administrative studies

Work Environment and Physical Effort:  
Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.  
  
Work Environment:  
Work is typically performed in an office or similar indoor environment. Employees may occasionally work outdoor environment, in a street environment (near moving traffic), in a vehicle, in a shop environment or on a construction site.  
  
Working Conditions:  
Employees may occasionally interact with individuals who are hostile or irate, be exposed to extreme heat (above 100 degrees) or extreme cold (below 32 degrees), moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and loud noises.  
  
 City of Raleigh is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.