The Cordova Recreation & Park District (CRPD) is seeking a Park Project Manager to serve on our Planning and Development team!
The ideal candidate embodies our core values of communication, creativity, accountability, leadership, service, and integrity. We are seeking someone that is passionate about park development and highly skilled in project management and the implementation process.
Consider joining our team if you want to expand your career and make an impact on how the communities we serve will look in the decades to come!
This is a full-time onsite position with a comprehensive benefits package that includes fully paid medical, dental, and vision for the employee and all eligible dependents. CRPD participates in the CalPERS Retirement System. Employees in this classification have the option of working a 9/80 schedule. (a two-workweek schedule of eight 9-hour days, one 8-hour day, and one day off)
Summary Description
Under general direction of the Principal Planner, performs journey level project management work in the planning, review, and construction of new parks and renovations to existing District assets; provides information and assistance to consultants, contractors, the general public, outside agencies and organizations; develops, negotiates, and administers consultant service and construction contracts; works in partnership with the District’s Construction Project Manager; and performs other related duties as required.
The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
Plan, coordinate, and oversee the preparation of master plans, detailed and complex site plans, construction drawings, specifications, and cost estimates for the development of parks, plazas, streetscapes, trails, and other landscape architectural projects.
Review the design of landscape architectural elements including layout, grading, drainage, planting, irrigation, paving, and construction detailing for parks, plazas, streetscapes, trails, and other outdoor public spaces.
Assist in the preparation of sketches, preliminary drawings, schematic designs, cost estimates, and scope of work.
Review development planning documents, site and landscape architectural plans to ensure compliance with regulations and requirements.
Participate in the selection of consultants and development of consultant agreements; negotiates contracts as necessary; oversee consultants and monitor agreements on assigned projects.
Administer and monitor construction contracts, monitor contractor performance.
Coordinate with District inspectors to inspect and review construction progress and to ensure proper interpretation and compliance with plans and specifications, quality of materials, and workmanship.
Oversee design and development of turnkey parks.
Prepare grant proposals and administers grant-funded projects; works with community members who wish to seek local grants as necessary.
Assist in the development of design specifications, standards, plan review criteria, and policies and procedures related to the planning, design and implementation of District parks and facilities.
Assist with budget preparations, project scheduling, and project cost tracking; obtain bids and quotes, and authorize purchases and payment of invoices within authority level.
Administer the submittal of construction documents to permitting agencies to obtain permits for construction; facilitate submittal of consultant documents to the permitting agencies including arranging for proper payment by the District to permitting agencies for the permit applications.
Conduct studies and prepare reports and recommendations concerning park and facility needs and/or concerns of the District; prepare studies in connection with park acquisition and development; prepare staff reports for Board of Directors meetings.
Oversee preparation of environmental checklists and other related environmental documents pertaining to District assets.
Confer and coordinate with other departments, governmental agencies, community representatives, and contractors involved in the planning, design and development of landscape architectural projects.
Facilitate and conduct public presentations and/or represent the department at various public and agency meeting.
Order survey, mapping, and data collection.
Lead, coordinate, and delegate the work of other staff and interns as needed; participate in the hiring of staff.
Serve as liaison for landscape architectural and project management functions with other divisions, departments, committees, and outside agencies.
Perform related duties as required.
The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of park project management.
Current landscape architectural design, construction, and engineering principles and practices.
Easements, title reports, and other land acquisition documents.
Methods, materials and techniques in the construction, maintenance and repair of landscaped areas.
Principles of budget preparation and budget control.
Principles and practices of record keeping.
Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation.
Principles and practices of lead supervision.
Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Modern software programs including project management software, Adobe Acrobat Suite (e.g., Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator), and familiarity with ESRI ArcGIS (e.g., ArcMap, ArcCatalog, and AutoCAD).
Ability to:
Perform professional level park project management duties.
Establish long-range goals and project schedules.
Prepare project progress reports.
Coordinate park and facility projects with contractors and governmental and community agencies.
Serve as a District representative on various professional committees and during meetings.
Interpret and analyze federal, state, and local laws and regulations and departmental policies and regulations.
Review and evaluate the work of consultants.
Complete complex assignments requiring the use of judgment and initiative in developing solutions to problems, interpreting general polices, and determining priorities for work assignments.
Navigate the permitting processes of multiple agencies.
Prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports, correspondence, and policy documents.
Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
Maintain and update professional skills, including keeping current with new trends and techniques in project management related computer software.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Drive to parks and work sites throughout the District to monitor the work of contractors and perform related onsite work for the Planning division.
Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in landscape architecture or related field and three years of professional experience in project management.
License or Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver’s license within six months of employment. Possession of a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is desirable. Possession of a Landscape Architect license issued by the State of California is desirable.
Additional Requirements: Department of Justice (DOJ) background check. Required to take and pass a drug screening.
Established in 1958, Cordova Recreation & Park District (CRPD) is an independent special district governed by an elected Board of Directors.
We provide quality recreational programs, parks and services for our diverse and growing region. We currently operate over 50 parks and facilities across more than 600 acres of urban and open space. We also operate Cordova Golf Course which is a full-service 18-Hole course with a lighted driving range, pro-shop and lessons from PGA professionals. We host dozens of events throughout the year and provide athletic, educational and creative outlets for children and adults of all ages.
We proudly serve communities within Sacramento County including the City of Rancho Cordova and the communities of Gold River, Larchmont, Mather, Riviera East, Rosemont and additional unincorporated portions of Sacramento County.
Learn more about Who We Are at cordovarpd.gov/about-us/!