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Assistant Manager, Construction Services

Salary

$98,800.00 - $160,347.20 Annually

Location

Regional Maintenance Facility (RMF) - Eagan, MN

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2024-00513

Division

Environmental Services

Department

WW P&CD Construction Srvcs

Opening Date

04/16/2025

Closing Date

5/14/2025 11:59 PM Central

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WHO WE ARE

We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website. (https://metrocouncil.org/About-Us/Who-We-Are.aspx)

We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Join an award-winning wastewater industry leader in protecting our environment! Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (MCES) operates and maintains the wastewater collection and treatment system in the Twin Cities metropolitan region. It also provides coordinated long-range water resources and supply planning, and air and water quality monitoring to meet future needs. MCES water resource recovery facilities consistently earn state and national awards for complete compliance with their environmental permits. MCES received a Governor’s Award as a Great Place to Work.

The Construction Services group consists of 43 staff including Principal Contract Administrators, Contract Administrators, Inspectors, Administrative Support, Assistant Managers, and a Department Manager.

To find out more about the Environmental Services division, please click on the link for more information: https://metrocouncil.org/Wastewater-Water.aspx.

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

The Assistant Manager, Construction Services assists the Manager, Construction Services in the oversight of the Construction Services Department in support of the Capital Program, which includes construction contract administration, quality assurance, inspection, stakeholder communication, compliance with applicable state, local and federal laws and ordinances, and risk management associated with construction in the regional wastewater collection system and 9 water resource recovery facilities.

This position is eligible for a hybrid (both remote and onsite) telework arrangement. Candidate's permanent residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin.

What you would do in this job

+ Directly supervise MCES construction administration and inspection staff, who work with contractors, MCES operations and maintenance staff, property owners, regulatory agencies, city, state and county transportation agencies and other stakeholders, in the implementation of capital improvements projects for construction projects ensuring that budget, quality, and schedules are achieved and contracts are properly administered.

+ Monitor work activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.

+ Train, mentor, and coach with respect to contract administration, schedules, quality, change orders, problem prevention, and dispute resolution.

+ Provide performance feedback to assigned staff.

+ Contribute to the development of construction administration tools, databases, work instructions, and processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the department.

+ Represent the Construction Services Manager during absences by interpreting contract language; make general decisions about projects to ensure conformance with contract documents and schedule and facilitate resolution of disputed work.

+ Perform related duties as assigned.

What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)

Any of the following combinations in completed education (degree field of study in construction management, engineering, or related field) and experience (in heavy construction or construction management with exposure to a broad range of disciplines such as civil, mechanical, or electrical):

+ Associate/technical degree with 8 years of experience including 3 years of experience in a leadership/supervisory role.

+ Bachelor's degree with 6 years of experience including 3 years of experience in a leadership/supervisory role.

License Requirements: Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.

What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):

+ 3 years of experience in construction of facilities at wastewater treatment plants, lift stations or conveyance systems.

+ Knowledge of engineering, civil, electrical and mechanical principles.

+ Knowledge of laws, codes and regulations relating to construction, inspection, design and specifications.

+ Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

+ Skill in planning and organizing, analyzing, estimating and troubleshooting projects.

+ Skill in providing leadership to diverse staff members by instructing, training and mentoring, and assisting in developing individual goals and objectives to be successful in their job.

+ Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals involved in the project.

+ Ability to work independently (with minimal supervision) as well as in a team environment.

+ Ability to effectively present information to management or public groups in a clear and concise manner.

+ Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex materials such as technical journals, financial reports, codes, regulations, and legal documents.

+ Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, which require effective interpersonal and communication skills.

+ Ability to write correspondence and reports in a prescribed technique or style.

What you can expect from us:

+ We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.

+ We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.

+ We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance.

More about why you should join us! (https://metrocouncil.org/Employment/Making-A-Difference.aspx)

Additional information

Union/Grade:MANA Grade J

FLSA Status:Exempt

Safety Sensitive:No

What your work environment would be:

Work is typically performed in a construction office environment but may conduct work in a field environment. While performing the duties of this position, the employee may be occasionally exposed to an outdoor environment with exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, odors, gases, including slippery or uneven surfaces and rough terrain. Travel between primary work site and construction sites may be required.

What steps the recruitment process involves:

+ We review your minimum qualifications.

+ We rate your education and experience.

+ We conduct a structured panel interview.

+ We conduct a selection interview.

+ We conduct a leadership assessment.

Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:

If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (safety-sensitive positions only), and a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor, and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.

If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety-sensitive position) and criminal background checks if the job you're applying for is safety-sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.

IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.

The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.

If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please [email protected].

We believe our employees are a key to our agency's success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below:

+ Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund

+ Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan

+ Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80%

+ Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance

The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free:

+ Well@Work clinic

+ bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year

+ parking at many job locations

+ fitness centers at many job locations

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ extensive health and wellness programs and resources

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Applicant Instructions: It is important thatyour application shows all relevant education and experienceyou possess. The supplemental questions listed below are to further evaluate your education and experience and to determine your eligibility for this position. Answer each question completely, and please do not type "see resume" otherwise your application will be considered incomplete, and you will not receive further consideration for this position. The experience you indicate in your responses should also be consistent with the Work History section of this application. If you attach a resume and/or cover letter to your application, it will be reviewed at the education and experience review step. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding my application and supplemental questions.

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+ Community Event/Organization

+ Employee Referral

+ Facebook

+ Glassdoor

+ Indeed

+ Job Fair

+ LinkedIn

+ Metro Transit Bus Advertisement

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+ Website: governmentjobs.com

+ Website: metrocouncil.org

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If you selected 'Other', please describe where you first heard about this job. if you selected 'Employee Referral' please enter the employee's first and last name, ID number (if known), and job title. Type N/A if not applicable.

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Please briefly describe your experience providing leadership and professional development opportunities to diverse staff members. If this does not apply, type "N/A."

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Please select the option that best describes your level of education and relevant experience in construction management, including exposure to a broad range of disciplines such as civil, mechanical, or electrical, including leadership/supervisory responsibility

+ An associate's degree and 8 years of experience, including 3 years of leadership/supervisory responsibility.

+ A bachelor's degree or higher and 6 years of experience, including 3 years of leadership/supervisory responsibility.

+ None of the above.

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Do you have any experience with construction at a water or wastewater treatment plant, or wastewater conveyance system?

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+ No

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If you answered yes to the previous question, please describe your experience with construction at a water or wastewater treatment plant, or wastewater conveyance system. If you answered no, type N/A.

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Do you have at least 3 years of leadership, supervisory, or management experience?

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If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please describe your experience. If this does not apply, type "N/A."

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Describe your experience with public construction contract administration including progress payments, change orders, maintaining files, processing submittals, public communications and reviewing schedules and other contract documents. If this does not apply, type "N/A."

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Please describe any professional experience you have working with small business inclusion programs, equity, diversity, affirmative action, equal opportunity, legal community outreach, contract administration, and contract compliance implementation. If this does not apply, type "N/A."

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Employer

Metropolitan Council

Address

390 Robert St. N.St. Paul, Minnesota, 55101

Website

https://metrocouncil.org

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