DETROIT BUILDING AUTHORITY PROJECT MANAGER - (CDBG DR FLOOD MITIGATION)

Full Job Description

The DBA was formed in 1973 pursuant to the Michigan Building Authority Act, MCL 123.951 et seq, with the City of Detroit being the incorporating entity.

The DBA’s function as provided under law is to acquire, furnish, equip, own, improve, operate, and maintain city facilities, including parking lots and structures, among other things.

Construction Management Services: The Detroit Building Authority (DBA) is responsible for managing large-scale capital construction projects and space planning of city-owned facilities, as determined by each respective City Department.

Critical functions include; encumbering funds, managing the bid RFP/RFQ process, presenting contract awards, securing the necessary clearances, monitoring design, development, and construction for each DBA capital project, review and approve contract invoices, with final delivery and acceptance to the requesting Department.

The Detroit Building Authority (DBA) respectfully requests resumes to establish a list of potential candidates for this open position.

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Program Background

The U.S.

Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has awarded the City of Detroit, Housing and Revitalization Department, $346,864,000 in Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funds.

This award is in response to the unmet needs (such as housing and infrastructure) of the City of Detroit as a result of the August 24-26, 2023, presidentially declared disaster for flooding and severe storms.

This position only pertains to the CDBG-DR, the Jefferson-Chalmers Stop Log Flood Mitigation Infrastructure Project $20,000,000.

This is a demanding, fast–paced environment. Interested candidates should possess exceptional organizational skills and self-direction.

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Background

The mission of this project is to remove the flood plain designation from the Jefferson-Chalmers neighborhood of the City of Detroit, which consists of the properties located along the canals on Ashland Street, Scripps Street, Harbor Island, Klenk Island, Alter Road, and Conner Creek Canal.

The Detroit Building Authority performs the following essential functions:

• Coordinates with all relevant City departments and agencies on the strategy for flood mitigation

• Conducts all necessary due diligence, including the survey and inspection for hazardous materials

• Works with the City of Detroit on the solicitation for and selection of contractors to perform all necessary services;

• Monitors and tracks field operations of contractors to ensure compliance with the applicable Scope of Services;

• Reviews documentation provided by contractors to ensure compliance with the applicable Scope of Services;

• Works with all relevant City departments to administer a disciplinary program for contractor non-compliance;

• Reports on activities of the Department and the contractors to City leadership, including Housing & Revitalization Department, the Mayor’s Office, the Chief Financial Officer, and the City Council District 4;

• Works with all relevant City departments and/or agencies to respond to internal or external inquiries on issues related to flood mitigation.
  
  

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Position Summary

The primary function of the Project Manager is complete oversight and responsibility for all aspects of the CDBG-DR, the Jefferson-Chalmers Flood Mitigation Infrastructure Project including, but not limited to: coordination of procurement efforts, field operations, budget development, compliance with all city, state, and federal requirements; and communication with the community and City leadership.

The Project Manager will be critical to fulfilling the needs of the community, compliance offices, contractors, and cost.

Requirements

• Assumes responsibility for the Project;
• Coordinates efforts across departments including: City of Detroit Buildings Safety Engineering and Environmental Department (BSEED), Housing and Revitalization Department (HRD), and;
• Serves as the primary point of contact for the Detroit Building Authority, Housing Revitalization Department, other department directors, City Council, and other City officials on issues related to the project;
• Develops or revises plans, policies, procedures, and processes performed by the DBA and the contractors;
• Ensures consistent application and implementation of any and all plans, policies, and procedures for the execution of work performed by the DBA and the contractors;
• Develops and maintains a strong, professional relationship with the contractors for the Program;
• Encourages and supports the development and expansion of Detroit Headquartered and Detroit-Based businesses and the inclusion and participation of Detroit residents in the Program;
• Ensures continued and expanded communication to internal and external stakeholders;
• Serves on committees and teams for special projects and initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with specialization in architecture, construction management, engineering or a related field; MBA preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of recent experience in construction, construction management or a similar activity

Knowledge & Attributes

• Change Leadership – demonstrated performance as a change agent in the past; ability to deal well with setbacks.
• Communication – effective verbal and written communication skills at all levels of the organization, essential for the many roles you may fill: trainer, coach, and mentor.
• Project Management – knowledge of project management fundamentals; experience managing multiple projects with significant scope that cut across multiple departments or functions to successful completion.

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