Construction Project Manager
New Yesterday
Location : Cedar Rapids, IA
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Public Works
Division: Engineering
Opening Date: 07/02/2025
Closing Date: 7/30/2025 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: NON_BARGAINING
Are you a skilled and driven professional passionate about public infrastructure and construction excellence? The City is seeking a Construction Project Manager to lead major capital improvement projects, ensure ADA compliance, and manage inspection and contract services. This is your opportunity to oversee transformative projects that impact our community-working closely with contractors, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure quality, safety, and efficiency every step of the way. If you're ready to take the lead on high-impact municipal construction and play a vital role in shaping our city's future, we want to hear from you!
About our Organization
At the City, we are committed to employing individuals who reflect our community's diverse backgrounds and this position is crucial in the success and strategic direction of a growing and evolving community. We appreciate and leverage the vast experience individuals bring beyond the technical requirements of a job. If you are an individual with similar experience listed here please consider applying. Experience and skills combined with commitment to our core values is key to building a greater community now and for the next generation.
About our Community
Nestled in the heart of Iowa, Cedar Rapids is our vibrant and diverse community known for its rich history, culture, and natural beauty. Our city has a strong sense of community which can be seen at any of our numerous parks, recreational opportunities, and family-friendly events year round. You can also explore our thriving downtown district, filled with shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, or take a stroll along the Cedar River, which runs through the heart of the city.
About this Opportunity
Manages contracts and inspection services during construction projects, ensuring that the construction meets federal ADA Compliance, and verifies conformance with contracts, plans, and specifications.
The City of Cedar Rapids does not offer sponsorship for employment authorization.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversees and serves as the City's representative for major construction projects. Coordinates and manages engineering, construction, consulting, and Capital Improvement projects.
- Develops procedures and processes for the department.
- Administers contracts and budgets for major construction projects, Construction Engineering and Capital Improvement construction programs.
- Manages the inspection activities for major construction projects to ensure conformance with plans and specifications. Reviews materials used and construction procedures for adherence to specifications or accepted standards.
- Negotiates with contractors on proposed changes in methodology or plans. Confers with consulting engineer.
- Meets with contractors, architects, engineers, or work crews in the field to discuss status of construction projects and to resolve existing hazards and problems.
- Reviews and monitors construction design standards and recommends engineering improvements for strategic and operational plans.
- Performs contract and contractor dispute resolution, including representing department interests in mediation, litigation, and negotiation.
- Coordinates construction projects with other City departments and serves as the department liaison to respond to contracts concerning construction projects and related questions.
- Researches and responds to public inquiries concerning public works and contracted construction projects.
- Performs related work as required.
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field and
- Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in project management or engineering for construction projects in urban areas or
- An equivalent combination of education and/or experience
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse population
Required Licenses or Certifications
- Level I, II, III Contract Administration required to be completed within one year of hire.
Work Schedule
- Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
The City of Cedar Rapids is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All job applicants will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history).
Applicants with Disabilities
We respect and value people with disabilities and are committed to providing a workplace culture of disability inclusion. People with disabilities are supported during the hiring process and are encouraged to apply for employment with the City of Cedar Rapids. In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations will be provided to those in need of assistance with the application and interview process. To request an accommodation, contact the City's Human Resources department by phone at 319-286-5000 or by email at hr@cedar-rapids.org.
We offer benefits and beyond for our employees and their families!
- Multiple health insurance plans administered by Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield with low employee premiums, deductibles, and co-insurance (view our benefits summaries for more information: and )
- Expansive Wellness Program and low cost onsite exercise facilities
- Dental Insurance with Delta Dental of Iowa
- 100% city paid basic life insurance
- Other voluntary benefits offered including vision, long-term disability, and supplemental life insurance
- IPERS Retirement - Iowa Public Employees Retirement System, with contributions of 6.29% employee/ 9.44% City
- Deferred Compensation (IRS Section 457) retirement programs
- Generous paid time off AND 11 paid holidays per year
- Paid Parental Leave program with 4 weeks of paid time off
- Annual salary increases, AND an annual across-the-board increase (determined by available budget)
- Longevity Pay for years of service
- Educational assistance up to $3,000 per year
- A culture that is supportive and committed to professional development opportunities
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness - Employees may qualify for the PSLF program which forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time for a qualifying employer.
01
Which of the following best indicates your total years of experience where primary duties consisted of project management and/or construction projects in urban areas? Please only include experience where your primary job responsibilities were in one of these areas.
- Less than 1 year of experience
- At least 1 year of experience
- At least 3 years of experience
- At least 5 years of experience
- At least 7 years of experience
- At least 9 years of experience
02
Please describe your professional experience with project management and/or construction projects in urban areas.
03
Which of the following best indicates your highest level of education?
- I do not have a High School diploma or GED
- High School diploma or GED
- Some college (at least the equivalent of 1 year)
- Associates degree or vocational equivalent
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree or higher
04
What is your education major?
05
Which of the following best describes your proficiency with Microsoft Office software?
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Proficient
- Advanced
- Expert
06
Briefly describe your experience working collaboratively with diverse groups of people.
Required Question
- Location:
- Cedar Rapids
- Job Type:
- FullTime
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