Project Manager I - Park Design

Parks & Recreation

Project Manager I - Park Design 

Posting Expires: January 5, 2026

Salary: $68,156 - $72,000/annually 

General Description and Classification Standards
Performs project management tasks at a professional level, working with the Director of Park Planning and Design and DPR Senior Leadership Team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and administering projects from start to finish in accordance with the Program Management Plan, serving as the subject-matter expert on the project’s scope, schedule, and budget.

This is a fully seasoned professional level capable of independently carrying out most assignments typical of the profession. This is a single position and not part of a promotional series.

Supervision Received
Works under very general supervision. Depending on the organization structure, may work independently with responsibility for an assigned function or program.
 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.  May perform other duties as assigned.
•    Manage projects from conception to completion, including work performed by both internal and external resources.
•    Engage with community members and city colleagues regarding ongoing and past project delivery and planning efforts.
•    Establish budget, prepare project schedules and monitor adherence to terms.
•    Coordinate engineering work to ensure compliance with the design concept.
•    Perform code and zoning analyses.
•    Surveys and documents existing conditions in the field.
•    Communicates and coordinate with external and internal team members.
•    Stays current with graphic standards and building construction.
•    Researches construction materials and systems.
•    Develop project fee proposals, RFQ’s and RFP’s.
•    Proven ability to meet deadlines without comprising design intent or internal relationships.
•    Comprehensive knowledge of design principles and aesthetics.
•    Advanced presentation and graphic communication skills.
•    Broad knowledge of building systems, codes and ADA requirements.
•    Solid background and understanding of the technical aspects of Architecture.
•    Solid background and understanding of the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully.  It is not an exhaustive list.
•    Extensive knowledge of concepts, and processes of profession; knowledge of relationship of professional discipline among related organizations and functions.
•    Must have the ability to step into a Project Manager role to lead a project from programming through completion, monitor financial project performance and manage project teams.
•    Well-developed technical skills within profession; skills in organizing and presenting information, Ability to plan and carry out virtually all typical assignments within professional area.
•    Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suite (specifically Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Outlook, and Teams.
•    Advance knowledge of Adobe Create Suites (specifically Acrobat, InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator)
•    Advance knowledge of Google Workspace (specifically Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.)
•    Working knowledge of budget preparation and the proven ability to manage projects within budgetary constraints.
•    Proven ability to manage all project phases.
•    Strong design skills in AutoCAD.
•    Ability to coordinate and manage all aspects of Commercial and Parks projects, prepare construction documents, plans, elevations, sections, specifications, schedules, and details.
•    Ability to work within a team structure, manage multiple projects with varying deadlines.
 

Minimum Qualifications – Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Urban Planning, Civil/Structural Engineering, MEP Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.  

Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in design and construction on small to medium-scale design/procure/construction program. 

Preferred Qualifications – Education and Experience
Five (5) years of project management experience and two (2) years of supervisory or managerial experience.

Licensures and Certifications
Required: Valid Georgia Driver’s License

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