Metroparks Toledo
51-200 employees
government-administration
active-life
conservation
environmental-education
nature-appreciation
parks
recreation
About Metroparks Toledo
Metroparks Toledo is a regional system of premier natural, historical and cultural public park lands. A public agency serving Lucas County, Metroparks maintains parks and conservation areas totaling over 12,000 acres. MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of Metroparks Toledo is to conserve the region's natural resources by creating, developing, improving, protecting, and promoting clean, safe, and natural parks and open spaces for the benefit, enjoyment, education, and general welfare of the public. The Metroparks system includes: On the Maumee River:- Farnsworth-Bend View-Providence Cut-Side-Middlegrounds In the Rare Oak Region Openings:-Oakings Open-Secor-Wildwood Preserve-Oakings Open Greenway (in Blue) Wiregrass Lake-Westwinds In the Toledo City ProvinceSwanwood Creek-Middlegwood Botanical Creek (in Toledo) - the North (in Willin) Trail - the South (in Willin) Trail
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Description
- Join Metroparks Toledo as a Project Manager. In this role, you’ll build the future and steward our existing infrastructure and natural resources that thousands of people enjoy every day. You play a big role in ensuring we maintain our “Clean, Safe, and Natural” promise.
- Day in the life?
- No two days are exactly the same. This job is about connecting people to accomplish a common goal – whether it’s building a new playground or restoring a wetland. You’ll work in the office and in the field coordinating & overseeing a variety of projects across the park district. You’ll work with every department in Metroparks as well as with external partners and other local government agencies.
- Here’s why we think you’ll love working at Metroparks
- You’ll be building the future of Toledo & Lucas County.
- Join a small, close-knit team of professionals with a common goal – to be the best park district in the country.
- Grow your career by building your network and advancing your construction project management skills without the extensive need for travel.
- Competitive pay, health care, retirement, and time off.
- You’ll love this job if
- You’re starting your career in planning & construction and want to be a part of the unique projects happening at Metroparks.
- You want to give back to your community by maintaining the Metroparks experience.
- You like a fast paced job with a variety of size & scope projects.
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- Job Summary
- Advance Metroparks Toledo’s core conservation mission by preparation and oversight of major maintenance and capital improvement projects in order to create world-class facilities and maintain existing Metroparks’ infrastructure to the highest professional standards.
- Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversee and manage major maintenance projects and small capital projects. Provide project management support of large capital projects.
- Develop and manage project budgets and cost estimates. Ensures adherence to budget and established financial controls.
- Execute, update, and communicate the master project schedule and manage its implementation, including permitting and entitlement activities, grant deadlines and due diligence items. Complete project checklist form for all self-perform, capital and major maintenance projects.
- Conduct scope, fee and contract negotiations with consultants, vendors and contractors for assigned projects; prepare and enter into contracts for professional services and construction projects and route through legal and financial reviews.
- Manage due diligence for projects (geotechnical studies, land title review, building and site condition, environmental) and obtain necessary permits.
- Meet with contractors, engineers, architects and park officials to execute projects and ensure compliance with established plans and specifications; schedule and attend progress meetings as needed.
- Coordinate purchasing for assigned construction and maintenance projects; research materials, estimate quantities, obtain bids/quotes – including RFP and RFQ processes, and evaluate materials.
- Oversight and coordination on site during construction for compliance, troubleshooting, management of the projects.
- Develop and manage the district-wide planning and construction project closeout process; attend all construction closeout walks and inspections for projects.
- Assist with preparation of design plans and specifications for major maintenance and small capital projects.
- Maintain professional contacts with other municipalities, utility companies, regulatory agencies, research bodies, equipment manufacturers, and professional organizations concerning maintenance management systems and long term maintenance planning.
- Equipment Used
- General office equipment
- Software & Apps: Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, Cityworks, Bluebeam Revu, PlanetBids, AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Park vehicles, including utility vehicles and trucks
- Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
- Schedule: 40 hour work-week that may require work in the evenings, weekends, and/or holidays
- Home Work Location: Fallen Timbers Field Office with regular visitation of active construction sites throughout the district in all weather conditions
- May require business use of personal vehicle for frequent travel between Metroparks locations
- Limited (<10%) travel outside Lucas County
- Ability to lift 25 pounds frequently
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Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, architecture or a related field.
- Experience: 2-3 years of progressive experience in construction management.
- Certifications: OSHA 30-hour, First Aid, and CPR/AED certifications required and can be attained within 1 year. Complete ODOT LPA training modules within 3 months.
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Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Health care
- Retirement
- Time off