Project Manager II, III, or Senior Project Manager: Mobility & Infrastructure (DOE)

Position Summary: The City of Aspen is seeking a collaborative design professional to support the planning, design, and implementation of mobility and infrastructure projects across the community. This position plays a key role in advancing transportation, mobility, infrastructure, and capital improvement projects that enhance safety, accessibility, and the overall experience of Aspen's streets, transit systems, and public spaces.

We are open to candidates with backgrounds in engineering, landscape architecture, architecture, community planning, or related fields who bring a strong foundation in project management and execution and a passion for multimodal transportation infrastructure and management, as well as strong interdisciplinary problem-solving and collaboration skills.

Supervision Exercised and Received: Works under the general supervision of the Transportation Director, within the Public Works Agency., Project Manager II: Performs developing professional project management, planning, design, and construction coordination work with increasing independence in support of multimodal transportation infrastructure, mobility systems, and public right-of-way improvements.

Project Manager III: Performs intermediate-level professional project management, planning, design, and construction coordination work in support of multimodal transportation infrastructure, mobility systems, and public right-of-way improvements.

Senior Project Manager: Performs advanced professional project management, strategic planning, design and construction oversight, and leadership work in support of complex transportation infrastructure, mobility systems, capital projects, and public right-of-way initiatives., Planning, Design, and Technical Support

• Contributes to the planning and siting of multimodal infrastructure such as bike share facilities, transit stops, streetscapes, and pedestrian improvements.
• Provides technical input on projects related to mobility, public spaces, and facilities within the public right of way.
• Reviews plans, construction projects, and proposals for impacts to transportation systems, public right of way, and user experience.
• Supports interdisciplinary design and construction efforts that integrate engineering, planning, stormwater, and other design considerations.
• Reviews and comments on development proposals, special event applications, 811 reviews, and similar.
• Coordinates with procurement, contracting, other departments, and the public to achieve departmental objectives and projects.

Mobility & Transportation Systems

• Supports data collection and analysis related to traffic, parking, transit, and multimodal use.
• Maintains City-owned traffic counters and manages traffic count data.
• Participates in citywide and regional efforts related to transit, bicycle, and pedestrian systems.
• Contributes to initiatives focused on safety, accessibility, and mobility innovation.
• Reviews and comments on Traffic Control Plans as to their impact on mobility and parking programs.

Capital Projects and Construction

• Leads inhouse design work and construction for the Transportation Department, including directing and training staff in preparing plans in accordance with required standards and codes.
• Acts as construction project manager and owner's representative for city capital projects.
• Oversees maintenance, repair, and long-range capital planning for the Rubey Park Transit Center and City-owned bus stops.
• Supports project delivery associated with major initiatives such as the Entrance to Aspen and related environmental review efforts.

Data, Technology, and Systems Management

• Supports management and use of GIS and other tools to inform planning and decision-making.
• Contributes to data-driven approaches to improve transportation systems and infrastructure performance.
• Collects, analyzes and reports on local and regional traffic count data, ridership data and similar.
• Develops and manages GIS data related to transportation facilities and services.

Partnerships, Collaboration, and Leadership

• Works across departments and disciplines to advance shared goals related to mobility and infrastructure.
• Represents the department in meetings with internal and external teams, partner agencies, and the public.
• Participates in teams such as Pedestrian and Bike Safety, emergency management, and other cross-functional groups.
• Serves as Transportation lead on the City's Pedestrian and Bike Safety Team and Emergency Management Team

Customer Service & Community Engagement

• Represents the department in meetings with City staff, elected officials, and community stakeholders.
• Builds and maintains collaborative relationships that support project delivery and community goals.

City Organizational Values:

• Supports and models the City of Aspen organizational values: Service, Partnership, Stewardship, and Innovation. Organizational values are shared principles that guide behavior across the organization. This position is responsible for upholding and applying these values while performing daily work functions.
• Other duties as assigned., Core Competencies: Displays the following key competencies and behaviors in the overall job performance to include knowledge, skills and abilities:
• Service: Provides service with excellence, humility, integrity, and respect in daily work, builds trust by listening, treats people with respect, acknowledges opportunities for improvement, and follows through with commitments.
• Partnership: Actively creates strong, supportive internal and external relationships to attain a common goal and achieve greater impact together.
• Stewardship: Balances social, environmental, and financial responsibilities, evaluating the impact of decision making on a thriving future for all.
• Innovation: Develops technical expertise to pursue new ideas and creative outcomes, grounded in Aspen's unique culture, opportunities and challenges.
• Communication: Knowledge of effective and appropriate communication. Ability to use knowledge effectively in various contexts which may require oral, written, visual and non-verbal communication.
• Interpersonal: Works to develop strength in interpersonal skills. Has the ability to work well with diverse groups of people, both inside and outside the organization.
• Technology: Demonstrates technology skills sufficient for the nature and level of position. Demonstrates a willingness to learn new technologies and transition job duties accordingly to support technological advances and innovation.
• Team Building: Works to build and maintain high performing teams which includes appreciating differences and reinforcing a sense of belonging.
• Accountability & Trust: Follows through on commitments, takes responsibility for outcomes, and values relationships.
• Strategic Thinking: Works to bring a strategic focus to daily work, anticipates problems and considers solutions.
• Business Acumen: Demonstrates understanding of business processes, objectives, and goals.
• Design and Technical Principles: Knowledge of the principles and practices of design, engineering, construction, and project management as applicable to public infrastructure.
• Administration and Management: Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
• Financial Management: Knowledge of the efficient and effective management of funds; with the goal of accomplishing the objectives of the Transportation Department
• Project Management: Knowledge of general business and project management principles and practices as applicable to assigned work, * Regular full-time, hours may vary with workload.
• Flexible work schedule that may allow for remote days in accordance with City policy.
• Evenings/Weekends may be required depending on department needs and special projects.

Work Environment:

• Indoors: Office environment.
• Outdoors/Off-Site: Meetings, trainings, and site visits at a variety of city owned facilities, administrative buildings, housing units, including projects under construction.

Physical Demands: Visual Acuity: Ability to bring objects into focus. Balancing: Maintaining equilibrium. Bending: Bending or position oneself to move an object from one level to another. Carrying: transporting or moving an object. Crouching: Bending body downward and forward by bending leg and spine. Climbing: Ascending or descending stationary objects. Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Performing work through using two or more body parts or other devices. Gripping/Grasping: Ability to apply pressure with fingers and palm. Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, through use of hands, fingers, or other means. Hearing: Perceiving and comprehending the nature and direction of sounds. Kneeling: Bending legs at knees to come to rest on knee or knees Lifting: Moving objects weighing no more than 50 pounds from one level to another. Pushing/Pulling: Ability to use upper extremities to exert force in order to press, draw, drag or haul objects in a sustained motion. Reaching: Extending the hands and arms or other device in any direction. Repetitive motions: Making frequent or continuous movements. Sitting: Remaining in a stationary position. Standing: Ability to sustain position for a period of time. Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. Talking: Communicating ideas or exchanging information. Walking: Ability to move to traverse from one location to another.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Do you have a valid Driver's License license?, Do you have experience in Data-driven problem-solving?, Do you have a Master's degree?, Licenses & Certifications: Must possess a valid Colorado Driver's License or be able to obtain one within 30 days of start date. Relevant professional licensure (PE, PLA, AICP, RA, PMP, etc.) is preferred but not required. Technical Knowledge and Skills:

• Must be proficient in Microsoft programs including Word, Excel, Outlook (Email), and have a basic understanding of computers and online computer-based technology applications, which include accessing web-based platforms.
• Familiarity with project management, design coordination, construction management, and/or infrastructure systems.
• Working knowledge of tools such as GIS, AutoCAD, or similar platforms.
• Ability to identify emerging trends and technologies related to transportation infrastructure, multimodal systems, and public space design.

Project Manager II

• Education: Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, landscape architecture, architecture, planning, or a related field. Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.
• Experience: One (1) to three (3) years of professional experience in project management, design, planning, or implementation of infrastructure or public sector projects.

Project Manager III:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, landscape architecture, architecture, planning, or a related field. Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.
• Experience: Three (3) or more years of professional experience in project management, design, planning, or implementation of infrastructure or public sector projects.

Senior Project Manager:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, landscape architecture, architecture, planning, or a related field
• Experience: Progressive (5+ years) professional experience in project management, design, planning, or implementation of infrastructure or public sector projects.

Preferred Candidate:

• Five (5) to eight (8) years of documented experience working on transportation, mobility, streetscape, or public infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated ability to work across disciplines and translate between planning, design, and engineering perspectives.
• Experience with public engagement and stakeholder coordination.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS, and Project Management Tools
• Demonstrated experience with traffic impact analysis and congestion management approaches.
• Experience with environmental review processes (e.g., NEPA, Section 106, NHPA, etc.) is a plus.

$99,674 - $171,205 a year - Full-time, Pulled from the full job description

• 457(b)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance, Job Postings Closing Dates: A job posting may close before the listed deadline if the number of applications reaches the limit for that position. If the original deadline produced fewer applications than expected, the posting may remain open longer. Application: The application must be filled out completely; stating "see resume" anywhere in the application, is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application. Application Notification: Please note that some communications from the Human Resources department may be sent from noreply@services.cityofaspen.com.

Pay Ranges: Hiring Range: The hiring range covers the starting segment of the pay scale, from the entry point up to the first quartile (Q1). Starting pay is determined based on the candidate's qualifications and experience. Salary Range: The salary range reflects the full pay range for the position, from the minimum rate to the maximum rate. This represents the earning potential employees can achieve over time while in the role.

Serve Your Community, Grow Your Career, and Enjoy Great Benefits:

Up to $3,000 Sign On Bonus may be available.

• Be part of a collaborative, supportive team in a positive work environment
• Make a real impact in the Aspen community through meaningful public service
• Enjoy flexible schedules and a collaborative, supportive team environment
• Access generous paid time off, holidays, and wellness bonuses
• Take advantage of free or discounted transportation around Aspen and the Valley
• Grow your skills with professional development and tuition reimbursement
• Protect your health with medical, dental, vision, and employee assistance programs
• Earn monetary wellness bonuses for healthy lifestyle choices
• Plan for the future with competitive retirement options (Social Security, 401a, 457b, Roth IRA) and life/disability insurance