Project Manager (Landscape Architecture)
Are you interested in designing an impact on our Chicago Parks? Come join our Planning & Construction team as a Project Manager (#2300377) at our new Brighton Park Headquarters Campus at 4830 S. Western Avenue, Chicago #planning #construction #landscapearchitecture #architecture #parksandrec
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS:
Under general direction, responsible for every aspect of projects from analysis and design through implementation, completion, and evaluation. Provides design implementation, technical and professional support and finance management. Aligns Chicago Park District mission and core values with sister agencies, community based not for profits, and outside partners. Manages projects with an emphasis on community impact while utilizing measurement and evaluation techniques. Performs related duties as required.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
Manages and coordinates all aspects of projects from inception to completion. Provides professional management in all areas including administration, planning, scheduling, implementation, and evaluation. Creates program teams by identifying personnel and resources needed to complete projects. Defines team roles and responsibilities, within Chicago Park District and with partner organizations. Provides timely and precise communication to all parties involved. Maintains complete and current project files, correspondence, and documents. Provides progress and summary reporting as needed.
DESIRABLE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Training and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, in Landscape Architecture, proficient in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and Adobe
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of the management processes in a variety of settings and the ability to apply this knowledge to the development of innovative solutions to problems in the design and implementation process.
- Professional knowledge of management principles and practices.
- Knowledge of computer methods and techniques.
- Demonstrated ability to successfully manage the design and implementation process for large and complex projects within demanding time and cost constraints.
- Demonstrated ability to manage project budget in design and implementation.
- Demonstrated ability to manage project schedules.
- Comprehensive understanding of project delivery gained through documented education and/or experience.
- Ability to perform multiple tasks concurrently.
- Ability to detail, to perform within deadlines, to maintain confidentiality and to manage multiple and various stakeholders.
- Strong intersponsal skills and ability to work independently and as part of a design team, coordinate design and planning projects, develop concise reports, knowledge of the principles and practices of urban planning and/or landscape architecture
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite.