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Starting Salary:\$33.80\$35.35(depending on experience)

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About this Position

The Design Program Manager will facilitate the design of park and public space projects that will improve the physical environment for Edmond residents and visitors. By maintaining clear lines of communication and providing consistent updates, the Design Program Manager will ensure project phases progress smoothly, reflect the desired outcomes, and meet requirements, deadlines, and budget constraints.

This position requires the ability to see the big picture organizationally while also paying attention to design and process details. The incumbent must be able to take initiative to improve existing work practices and project standards.

This position generally operates on an 8:00-5:00 schedule Monday through Friday with flexibility for alternative daily start and end times. Can also operate on an alternative schedule to be off by 11:30 on Friday. This position has the ability to be remote or hybrid.

Most weeks will require attendance of a small number of meetings in the evening. Incumbents must be available to meet at times when other staff members and stakeholders are typically available.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the design process of quality-of-life projects, ensuring they meet quality, time, and budget requirements
• Identify and meet with stakeholders to obtain their input on design related decisions
• Participate in meetings of public boards, commissions, committees, and partners to provide public outreach and solicit input
• Implement project management tools and methodologies to track project progress, milestones, project cost, and deliverables
• Negotiate contracts with vendors and facilitate review of documents, including scope of work, timelines, and budgets
• Provide direction and feedback to the design team, ensuring the final product aligns with stakeholder expectations and organizational standards
• Proactively identify risks to efficient and effective project development, including advising on contingency plans
• Organize and lead post-project evaluations to identify successes, challenges, and areas for improvement for future projects

Qualifications

• Broad knowledge of a specialized field equivalent to a four-year college degree
  • Degree or certificate/licensure in Project Management, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or other design profession (preferred)
• 5 years of related experience and/or training
  • Orequivalent combination of education and experience
• 2 years of management experience
  • Peopleand/orproject management
• Valid Oklahoma Driver\'s License and a driving record acceptable to the City\'s insurance carrier

Necessary Skills

• Advanced skill using the following:
  • Project planning & tracking software
  • Visual presentation software
  • Text creation & editing software
  • Microsoft Office applications and other productivity applications
• Strong program management and stakeholder management skills
• Expertise in measuring impact, identifying risks, and prioritizing tasks
• Expertise in project management and design
• Ability to read, understand, and audit technical specifications and design drawings
• Ability to meet the re uired physical standards for this position
• Ability to pass extensive background process and pre-employment drugand audio screenings

Benefits

• Generous benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance
• Access to a dedicatedprimary care medical clinic{target="_blank" rel="noopener"}at no cost to employees and covered dependents
• Generous time off, paid holidays, longevity rewards, and retirement benefits
• Paid parental leave
• Potential for bilingual pay
• A tangible impact to theUrban Forestry Department{target="_blank" rel="noopener"}and residents in the City of Edmond
• A dynamic and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued

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