The City of Asheville is seeking qualified professionals with experience in Stormwater management for the position of Capital Program Manager, in the Stormwater Division of the Public Works Department. The purpose of this position is to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal stormwater management, water quality, floodplain management, and related construction standards, to assist in planning, coordinating, and managing the Stormwater Capital Improvement Program. This position performs, manages, and coordinates the planning, design, and construction of stormwater infrastructure projects, and supervises the day-to-day operations and staff involved. The Capital Program Manager reports to the Stormwater Division Manager, and will work closely with colleagues to accomplish the Stormwater Division’s goals.
The Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate will have a strong combination of technical, supervisory, management, and soft skills. The ideal professional background and characteristics for the Stormwater Capital Program Manager include:
Thorough knowledge of principles and practices in civil engineering, stormwater management, project management, public infrastructure including streets and other utilities, construction practices and standards as applicable to the design and construction of capital improvement projects.
Strong skills related to principles and techniques of conducting analytical studies, evaluating alternatives, and making sound recommendations.
A good communicator with experience in building networks and positive relationships with both internal and external customers.
Experience in implementing and monitoring budgets and expenditures.
Impeccable attention to detail.
An ability to adapt to the shifting demands of different situations as well as the ability to multitask.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Serves as the Stormwater Division’s Capital Program Manager: provides technical expertise and guidance regarding stormwater management, water quality, floodplain management, and related construction standards and practices on capital projects, as well as legal issues of liability; monitors changes and updates to regulatory rules and requirements; reviews, analyzes and presents staff reports regarding capital projects including additions and changes to policies that impact future project design and construction of stormwater infrastructure; and develops, updates, and implements procedures, guidelines, practices, and program manuals to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal rules, regulations, laws and ordinances.
Develops and manages the Stormwater Capital Improvement Program by evaluating stormwater needs across the City and operating within the annual budget for the program; prepares long-range plans, preliminary engineering assessments and cost estimates, project scopes of work and schedules, budget documents related to the projects, project presentations and other strategic documents.
Manages, coordinates and monitors stormwater capital projects by performing or reviewing project designs; preparing or reviewing construction drawings and specifications; preparing and/or coordinating permits, right-of-way or easement acquisitions, agreements, contract documents, bid packages and the bidding process, closing out projects, and other activities as necessary to ensure that projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff: plans, directs and reviews work of individuals and the Stormwater Capital Program team; processes employee concerns and problems and counsels as appropriate; recommends corrective actions, participates in hiring and performance reviews, and trains staff in operations, policies, and procedures.
Oversees, coordinates, and/or reviews work of consultants and contractors, regulatory agencies, funding partners; approves and oversees payments. Monitors progress of projects both in design and under construction and resolves conflicts with contractor performance.
Plans stormwater projects: identifies and plans projects; reviews project designs and plans prepared by consultants for compliance; makes recommendations regarding corrections and deviations to designs and plans; identifies and coordinates project scope, critical path tasks, and project timelines for multiple projects and designs; assists other departments in preparing project scopes and making decisions on field adjustments related to stormwater on other City capital projects.
Provides engineering design services for smaller operational stormwater projects: designs and redesigns stormwater systems and other special projects, as assigned; reviews and analyzes hydrology studies and incorporates results into designs; manages files; manages risks; and develops standards for implementation of projects.
Develops and monitors the annual budget for the Stormwater Capital team and assists other departments in preparing project budgets related to stormwater project needs; researches and prepares grant applications and administers grants as required; ensures compliance with grant requirements.
Coordinates stormwater construction and maintenance contracts and projects: monitors contract compliance and project progress, such as budget, schedules, work quality, professional standards etc.; analyzes and adjusts project priorities as needed; coordinates work activities with consultants, contractors, public interests, community groups and users, and City staff; and coordinates and ensures acquiring of and compliance with easements, standards and practices of design, engineering rules and regulations, and environmental permits; and determines acceptance of final project.
Communicates with City officials, supervisors, subordinates, other City employees, consultants, the public, outside agencies and organizations, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems; solicits input and feedback; coordinates public relations and education activities; responds to inquiries; makes presentations to neighborhood and civic groups; and assists in developing press releases, as needed.
Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated timeframes and per established procedures.
The preceding duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field required
Five (5) years of experience in stormwater management and infrastructure design and project management, to include lead or supervisory experience for a minimum of three years.
Applicants with any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job are encouraged to apply and may be considered.
Experience with the floodplain management related to the National Flood Insurance Program is preferred.
Specific License or Certification Required:
Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina driver’s license.
Valid North Carolina Professional Engineer’s license is preferred.
