Project Manager I/II
City of Anaheim, Anaheim, CA, United States
The City of Anaheim seeks a Project Manager I or Project Manager II to independently perform advanced-level professional duties and responsibilities in administering complex projects in the Economic Development Department. The role involves implementing economic development programs and projects, facilitating private investment, supporting business attraction and retention, and managing transitions of Successor Agency properties.
Project Manager I
Experience and Education
One (1) year of responsible professional-level economic development experience processing entitlements, real estate development, urban planning, and/or community revitalization initiatives.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university with major coursework in urban planning, public administration, business administration, architecture, environmental science, or a related field.
Master’s degree is preferred.
Knowledge
Principles and practices of urban planning, affordable housing development, and architectural design; principles and practices of public infrastructure and capital improvements construction administration; methods and procedures of development and affordable housing development; principles and practices of contract administration; principles and practices of project and construction management; land use entitlement and building permit process for the development of affordable housing projects; principles and procedures of financial accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis; methods and techniques of effective technical, administrative, and financial record keeping, report preparation and presentation; principles of business letter writing; pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations; office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Ability
Interpret construction administration documents and site plans; prepare plans, specifications, and bid documents; interpret and explain economic development policies and procedures; understand, interpret, and apply general and specific administrative and departmental policies and procedures as well as applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations; properly interpret, ensure compliance, and make recommendations in accordance with laws.
Analyze and interpret developer financial statements and proformas.
Work cooperatively with other departments, city officials and outside agencies; respond tactfully, clearly and concisely to inquiries from the public, city staff, or other agencies; organize and prioritize timelines and project schedules; manage consultant contracts; prepare and administer project budgets; prepare clear and concise reports; operate and use modern office equipment including a computer and various software packages; communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Main Responsibilities – Project Manager I
Assist with the implementation of economic development programs and projects, including the negotiation of development agreements, commissioning design feasibility studies, and commissioning financial feasibility studies.
Support prospective businesses in site selection by identifying suitable locations and providing key property and market information.
Coordinate and work closely with other city departments to assist in entitlement of economic development projects.
Serve as a liaison between businesses and city departments to resolve issues and ensure project progress.
Assist in the management of Successor Agency owned properties including lease management, tenant relocations, demolitions, and site clearance activities.
Attend meetings with developers to discuss development proposals; discuss terms and conditions of various development agreements; conduct financial analysis of developer proformas to determine project feasibility; make recommendations on project approval.
Assist with project budget, scope of work, and schedule of performance, ensuring all required project entitlements and permits are obtained in a timely manner; monitor projects and agreements for compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and guidelines.
Coordinate with other city departments regarding development requirements for various projects; assist with conducting outreach meetings with neighborhood and other groups to discuss the status of economic development projects.
Project Manager II
Experience and Education
Three (3) years of responsible professional-level experience in redevelopment planning supplemented by a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business administration, public administration, urban planning, environmental science, architecture, engineering, finance, or a related field.
An equivalent combination of experience and education sufficient to perform the essential job functions and provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
Knowledge
Principles and practices of urban and redevelopment planning and architectural design; principles and practices of public infrastructure and capital improvements construction administration; methods and procedures of redevelopment area plan formation; principles and practices of contract administration; principles and practices of project and construction management; land use entitlement and building permit process for the development of affordable housing projects; principles and procedures of financial accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis; methods and techniques of effective technical, administrative, and financial record keeping, report preparation, and presentation; principles of business letter writing; pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations; office procedures, methods, equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Ability
Interpret construction administration documents and site plans; prepare plans, specifications, and bid documents; interpret and explain redevelopment policies and procedures; interpret and explain affordable housing policies and procedures; understand, interpret, and apply general and specific administrative and departmental policies and procedures as well as applicable federal, state and local policies, laws, and regulations; properly interpret, ensure compliance, and make recommendations in accordance with laws.
Analyze and interpret developer financial statements and proformas; work cooperatively with other departments, city officials and outside agencies; respond tactfully, clearly and concisely to inquiries from the public, city staff, or other agencies; organize and prioritize timelines and project schedules in an effective and timely manner; manage consultant contracts; prepare and administer project budgets; prepare clear and concise reports; operate and use modern office equipment including a computer and various software packages; communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Main Responsibilities – Project Manager II
Meet with developers to discuss development proposals; negotiate terms and conditions of various development, economic development, and/or affordable housing agreements; conduct financial analysis of developer proformas to determine project feasibility; make recommendations to City Council on project approval.
Manage project budget, scope of work, and schedule of performance; ensure that all required project entitlements and permits are obtained in a timely manner; monitor projects and agreements for compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and guidelines.
Coordinate and work closely with other city departments regarding redevelopment requirements for various projects; meet with neighborhood and other groups to discuss the status of redevelopment projects.
Prepare a variety of operational reports regarding proposed and existing development project areas; prepare various staff reports for submission to the Housing Commission, Housing Authority, Successor to the Redevelopment Agency, and City Council.
Manage post-construction requirements of developments including tenant lease-up, compliance monitoring, and any other requirements set forth by the agreement.
Supervise, coordinate, and participate in the management of assigned redevelopment projects; assign, supervise, train, and review the work of project management staff, contractors, and consultants assigned to projects; review and update redevelopment project area plans; supervise project area formation.
Participate in the negotiation, implementation, and administration of agreements that may have an economic and financial impact on the City including disposition and development agreements, owner participation agreements, purchase and sale agreements, exclusive right to negotiate agreements, economic development agreements, tax-exempt bonds, professional services agreements, leases, sub-recipient agreements, parking rights, CC&R’s, and easement agreements.
License/Certification Required
Possession of an appropriate, valid driver’s license.
Environmental Conditions
Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting with some travel to different sites; incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.
Physical Conditions
Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.
We offer excellent benefits, please visit www.myanaheimbenefits.com for more details.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Project Manager I
Experience and Education
One (1) year of responsible professional-level economic development experience processing entitlements, real estate development, urban planning, and/or community revitalization initiatives.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university with major coursework in urban planning, public administration, business administration, architecture, environmental science, or a related field.
Master’s degree is preferred.
Knowledge
Principles and practices of urban planning, affordable housing development, and architectural design; principles and practices of public infrastructure and capital improvements construction administration; methods and procedures of development and affordable housing development; principles and practices of contract administration; principles and practices of project and construction management; land use entitlement and building permit process for the development of affordable housing projects; principles and procedures of financial accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis; methods and techniques of effective technical, administrative, and financial record keeping, report preparation and presentation; principles of business letter writing; pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations; office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Ability
Interpret construction administration documents and site plans; prepare plans, specifications, and bid documents; interpret and explain economic development policies and procedures; understand, interpret, and apply general and specific administrative and departmental policies and procedures as well as applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations; properly interpret, ensure compliance, and make recommendations in accordance with laws.
Analyze and interpret developer financial statements and proformas.
Work cooperatively with other departments, city officials and outside agencies; respond tactfully, clearly and concisely to inquiries from the public, city staff, or other agencies; organize and prioritize timelines and project schedules; manage consultant contracts; prepare and administer project budgets; prepare clear and concise reports; operate and use modern office equipment including a computer and various software packages; communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Main Responsibilities – Project Manager I
Assist with the implementation of economic development programs and projects, including the negotiation of development agreements, commissioning design feasibility studies, and commissioning financial feasibility studies.
Support prospective businesses in site selection by identifying suitable locations and providing key property and market information.
Coordinate and work closely with other city departments to assist in entitlement of economic development projects.
Serve as a liaison between businesses and city departments to resolve issues and ensure project progress.
Assist in the management of Successor Agency owned properties including lease management, tenant relocations, demolitions, and site clearance activities.
Attend meetings with developers to discuss development proposals; discuss terms and conditions of various development agreements; conduct financial analysis of developer proformas to determine project feasibility; make recommendations on project approval.
Assist with project budget, scope of work, and schedule of performance, ensuring all required project entitlements and permits are obtained in a timely manner; monitor projects and agreements for compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and guidelines.
Coordinate with other city departments regarding development requirements for various projects; assist with conducting outreach meetings with neighborhood and other groups to discuss the status of economic development projects.
Project Manager II
Experience and Education
Three (3) years of responsible professional-level experience in redevelopment planning supplemented by a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business administration, public administration, urban planning, environmental science, architecture, engineering, finance, or a related field.
An equivalent combination of experience and education sufficient to perform the essential job functions and provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
Knowledge
Principles and practices of urban and redevelopment planning and architectural design; principles and practices of public infrastructure and capital improvements construction administration; methods and procedures of redevelopment area plan formation; principles and practices of contract administration; principles and practices of project and construction management; land use entitlement and building permit process for the development of affordable housing projects; principles and procedures of financial accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis; methods and techniques of effective technical, administrative, and financial record keeping, report preparation, and presentation; principles of business letter writing; pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations; office procedures, methods, equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Ability
Interpret construction administration documents and site plans; prepare plans, specifications, and bid documents; interpret and explain redevelopment policies and procedures; interpret and explain affordable housing policies and procedures; understand, interpret, and apply general and specific administrative and departmental policies and procedures as well as applicable federal, state and local policies, laws, and regulations; properly interpret, ensure compliance, and make recommendations in accordance with laws.
Analyze and interpret developer financial statements and proformas; work cooperatively with other departments, city officials and outside agencies; respond tactfully, clearly and concisely to inquiries from the public, city staff, or other agencies; organize and prioritize timelines and project schedules in an effective and timely manner; manage consultant contracts; prepare and administer project budgets; prepare clear and concise reports; operate and use modern office equipment including a computer and various software packages; communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Main Responsibilities – Project Manager II
Meet with developers to discuss development proposals; negotiate terms and conditions of various development, economic development, and/or affordable housing agreements; conduct financial analysis of developer proformas to determine project feasibility; make recommendations to City Council on project approval.
Manage project budget, scope of work, and schedule of performance; ensure that all required project entitlements and permits are obtained in a timely manner; monitor projects and agreements for compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and guidelines.
Coordinate and work closely with other city departments regarding redevelopment requirements for various projects; meet with neighborhood and other groups to discuss the status of redevelopment projects.
Prepare a variety of operational reports regarding proposed and existing development project areas; prepare various staff reports for submission to the Housing Commission, Housing Authority, Successor to the Redevelopment Agency, and City Council.
Manage post-construction requirements of developments including tenant lease-up, compliance monitoring, and any other requirements set forth by the agreement.
Supervise, coordinate, and participate in the management of assigned redevelopment projects; assign, supervise, train, and review the work of project management staff, contractors, and consultants assigned to projects; review and update redevelopment project area plans; supervise project area formation.
Participate in the negotiation, implementation, and administration of agreements that may have an economic and financial impact on the City including disposition and development agreements, owner participation agreements, purchase and sale agreements, exclusive right to negotiate agreements, economic development agreements, tax-exempt bonds, professional services agreements, leases, sub-recipient agreements, parking rights, CC&R’s, and easement agreements.
License/Certification Required
Possession of an appropriate, valid driver’s license.
Environmental Conditions
Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting with some travel to different sites; incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.
Physical Conditions
Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.
We offer excellent benefits, please visit www.myanaheimbenefits.com for more details.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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