Job Description
Learn more about the City of Edmond by visiting the City of Edmond's website. Starting Salary: $33.80-
$35.35 (depending on experience)
To increase your chances of being considered for the position, please submit a resume, cover letter, or other document (PDF format preferred) explaining your work history, experience, and qualifications OR you can fill out your Work History in this application.
About this Position The Design Program Manager will facilitate the design of park and public space projects that will improve the physical environment for Edmond residents and visitors. By maintaining clear lines of communication and providing consistent updates, the Design Program Manager will ensure project phases progress smoothly, reflect the desired outcomes, and meet requirements, deadlines, and budget constraints.
This position requires the ability to see the big picture organizationally while also paying attention to design and process details. The incumbent must be able to take initiative to improve existing work practices and project standards.
This position generally operates on an 8:00-5:00 schedule Monday through Friday with flexibility for alternative daily start and end times. Can also operate on an alternative schedule to be off by 11:30 on Friday. This position has the ability to be remote or hybrid.
Most weeks will require attendance of a small number of meetings in the evening. Incumbents must be available to meet at times when other staff members and stakeholders are typically available.
Responsibilities - Oversee the design process of quality-of-life projects, ensuring they meet quality, time, and budget requirements
- Identify and meet with stakeholders to obtain their input on design related decisions
- Participate in meetings of public boards, commissions, committees, and partners to provide public outreach and solicit input
- Implement project management tools and methodologies to track project progress, milestones, project cost, and deliverables
- Negotiate contracts with vendors and facilitate review of documents, including scope of work, timelines, and budgets
- Provide direction and feedback to the design team, ensuring the final product aligns with stakeholder expectations and organizational standards
- Proactively identify risks to efficient and effective project development, including advising on contingency plans
- Organize and lead post-project evaluations to identify successes, challenges, and areas for improvement for future projects
Qualifications - Broad knowledge of a specialized field equivalent to a four-year college degree
- Degree or certificate/licensure in Project Management, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or other design profession (preferred)
- 5 years of related experience and/or training
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 2 years of management experience
- People and/or project management
- Valid Oklahoma Driver's License and a driving record acceptable to the City's insurance carrier
Necessary Skills - Advanced skill using the following:
- Project planning & tracking software
- Visual presentation software
- Text creation & editing software
- Microsoft Office applications and other productivity applications
- Strong program management and stakeholder management skills
- Expertise in measuring impact, identifying risks, and prioritizing tasks
- Expertise in project management and design
- Ability to read, understand, and audit technical specifications and design drawings
- Ability to meet the required physical standards for this position
- Ability to pass extensive background process and pre-employment drug and audio screenings
Benefits - Generous benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance
- Access to a dedicated primary care medical clinic at no cost to employees and covered dependents
- Generous time off, paid holidays, longevity rewards, and retirement benefits
- Paid parental leave
- Potential for bilingual pay
- A tangible impact to the Urban Forestry Department and residents in the City of Edmond
- A dynamic and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued
APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED. The City of Edmond is an equal opportunity employer. Edmond does not discriminate against employees and/or potential employees. Adverse action based upon an applicant's and/or employee's race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and military service is expressly prohibited. No decision affecting the terms, conditions and/or benefits of employment with the City of Edmond is based upon an individual's membership in any of the aforementioned protected classes.
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