City of Waco

  • Facilities Project Manager

  • CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
  • 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas 76701 United States View Map

Job Description

Summary

Minimum Starting Salary: $82,000.00 per year - Depending on Qualifications

The City of Waco Seeks:

The City of Waco is seeking a leader to become our next Facilities Project Manager. This role will manage renovation and construction projects. If you have experience in construction and/or project management, this role is perfect for you. Apply today!

Minimum Qualifications:

Required:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Construction, Project Management, or related field and 4 years work experience in construction and/or project management; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Valid Texas Driver’s License
  • Must successfully complete any additional background checks required for the position, which may include a CJIS background check, federal background check, or other applicable screenings (e.g., FAA)

Position Description:

Under general supervision, manages renovation and construction of City facilities, buildings, and building systems; manages contractors, contracts, and special projects; coordinates work with design and engineering consultants and contractors. Ensures effective communication of Facilities issues and determines project priorities. Manages project budgets and expenditures; develops and manages project scope, specifications, schedules, and budgets. Monitors work sites to ensure that safety rules and regulations are followed and that the work zones and equipment meet safety standards. Assures that Facilities project activities and procedures are in compliance with all laws, policies, regulations, and standards.

Essential Functions:

  • Manages facility construction projects through all phases from initial project assignment to completion according to project schedules, budgets, state and federal regulations, and City standards; coordinates work of outside contractors; assures projects meet City goals and compliance standards.
  • Manages design and construction activities for development; coordinates, monitors, and manages Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) development projects in cooperation with other departments, outside agencies, and contractors; assures projects meet design and budget goals and schedules.
  • Oversees work performed by contractors; inspects project work sites and documents the progress compared to project schedule; reviews and approves construction documents, expenditures, and reports; assures project activities are in compliance with project specifications and City policies.
  • Maintains project files, documents, and records; prepares reports on program activities and performance.
  • Manages emergency repair projects as needed.
  • May be required to respond after hours, including holidays and weekends, in the event of a departmental or City-wide emergency.


Required for All Jobs:

  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.
  • Supports the relationship between the City of Waco and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with residents, visitors, and City staff, maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information
  • Lives the City of Waco Values.


The City of Waco offers a complete benefits package for eligible employees including; health, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, long term and short term disability, retirement, deferred compensation plans, holidays, vacation, sick leave, credit union and savings bonds.

To learn more about the benefits offered, visit our Benefits page.

Why Work For Waco:
  • Meaningful and challenging work
  • Make a difference and improve communities
  • Competitive Salary and Benefits
    • Full Range of Benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
    • Mandatory TMRS Retirement Plan with a 2:1 City Match
    • Education Assistance Program
    • Paid Parental Leave
    • Employee Assistance
    • Longevity Pay
    • And More!
  • Chance to do work you are passionate about
  • Desire to give back
City of Waco

City of Waco

254-750-5740

Waco is centrally located in the heart of Texas on the I-35 corridor midway between Dallas-Fort Worth and Austin. This progressive and diverse city with a vibrant community spirit offers major attractions, museums, recreation, and abundant shopping to more than 140,000 residents. Waco is the 25th largest city in Texas and the county seat of McLennan County.

Waco is not only briming with Texas history, economic opportunity, and a rich variety of cultural experiences, it is also a major seat of high learning within three major colleges in its city limits including Baylor University, Texas State Technical College and McLennan Community College.

The city is also the birthplace of Dr. Pepper, the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame Museum and the Texas Sports Hall of Fame.  Waco boasts one of the biggest and best municipal parks in Texas, Cameron Park. While the park is located in the middle of downtown situated on the Brazos and Bosque River it hosts numerous races, triathlons, boat races and much, much more.

Governance and Organization

Waco is a home rule city with a council-manager form of government. The City Council is comprised of a Mayor, elected at-large, and five City Council members representing single-member districts, all serving two-year terms. The City Council sets the tax rate, approves the budget, appoints members to City boards and commissions, enacts City ordinances, and appoints the City Manager, City Attorney, City Secretary, and the Municipal Court Judge.

The City has a strong Financial Management Policy that guides the operation and delivery of quality City services, contributes to excellent AA+ and Aa1 bond ratings, and maintains an unassigned fund balance reserve in the General Fund equal to 28% of current year budgeted expenditures. The City of Waco has more than 1,600 employees and a total operating budget of over $400 million.

The City provides a full range of municipal services including a regional airport, animal services, building inspections, code enforcement, convention and visitors bureau, emergency management, housing and community development, economic development, fire, public health, library, municipal court, parks and recreation, planning, police, public works, Texas Ranger Hall of Fame Museum, utilities and zoo operations.  

The City Council and City Manager are committed to the mission of providing exemplary municipal services for citizens and visitors in a collaborative and transparent manner while honoring the public’s trust. Waco values include providing excellent and innovative services, promoting equality and inclusion, focusing on teamwork, investing in people and always doing the right thing.

With the City of Waco, you will find our home; where everyone belongs and thrives as move forward together.

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