Deputy Director of Special Projects and Initiatives Division - Department of Transportation and[...]

Company: City and County of Denver
Location: Denver
Posted on: March 25, 2025

Job Description:

Deputy Director of Special Projects and Initiatives Division - Department of Transportation and InfrastructureApplyLocations: Downtown DenverTime Type: Full timePosted on: Posted 5 Days AgoTime left to apply: End Date: April 10, 2025 (16 days left to apply)Job Requisition ID: R0073378About Our JobWith competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose - for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.What We OfferThe City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The hiring range for this position is $167,000 - $205,000/year. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:

• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
• 457B Retirement Plan
• 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 11 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 wellness day, and 1 volunteer day per year
• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start dateLocationIn this position you can expect to work five (5) days in office at or near the Webb Municipal Building (201 W. Colfax Ave., Denver, CO 80202). Some hybrid flexibility could become available after the completion of probation, depending on business needs.Who We Are & What You'll DoThe Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI), through its employees, enhances the quality of life in Denver by efficiently delivering effective, high quality, safe and equitable public infrastructure, and services.DOTI's Commitment to Equity:
  • DOTI is committed to providing attention and resources to the areas, assets and people of the city with the greatest need. Through equitable contracting, equitable investments, and equitable workforce development.
  • DOTI's culture revolves around four key principles: (1) Invest in Our People, (2) Operate with Discipline, (3) Use Data to Drive Decisions, and (4) Deliver Results.DOTI's Special Projects and Initiatives Division is helping shape the future of Denver by leading successful delivery of regionally significant investments in vertical and horizontal infrastructure. Some key work overseen by the Special Projects team includes but is not limited to: the Colorado Convention Center Expansion, 16th Street Mall Reconstruction, East Colfax Avenue Bus Rapid Transit Project, and the Waterway Resiliency Program.The Deputy Director for the Special Projects and Initiatives Division will have a unique and empowered role focusing on two general aspects of our business: (1) supporting or leading efficient and effective delivery of projects and programs, and (2) supporting the organizational management of the Division. The Deputy will report directly to the Director and will provide leadership, coordination, and support for the management of projects and programs being implemented by this team.Specifically, as the Deputy Director, you will:
    • Support or lead program and project management work on large, complex, multi-disciplinary, alternative/collaborative delivery capital projects.
    • Support or lead the development of pre-bid materials defining scope, schedule, budget and related information necessary for request for qualifications and request for proposals.
    • Develop goals, document performance, provide performance feedback and formally evaluate the work of direct reports.
    • Communicate annual work plans to employees and ensure employees are focused on the work plan and achieving performance standards.
    • Create and administer work group procedures to promote consistency, as appropriate, and recommend and implement process improvements and policies for work group(s).
    • Monitor and direct daily operations to ensure policies and procedures are correctly interpreted and followed by Division staff.
    • Champion continuous improvement including devising new strategies and opportunities.
    • Represent the work area(s)/division in meetings with elected and/or appointed officials and other city entities.
    • Help promote collaboration with key project and program partners.What You'll BringThe successful candidate is a leader skilled in managing large project and program teams through highly visible and political efforts.Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics:
      • Collaborative/alternative project delivery experience.
      • Preconstruction experience, including a solid understanding of cost estimating, scheduling, and experience leading development of construction contracts.
      • Experience with strategic planning for program and project lifecycles.
      • Ability to clearly and effectively communicate with diverse audiences.
      • Operational experience managing a capital project delivery organization.Required Minimum Qualifications
        • Education Requirement: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Architecture.
        • Experience Requirement: Three (3) years of experience at the type and level of functional or operational management, which must have included supervising licensed engineers or architects.
        • Licenses/Certifications:
          • Requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application.
          • Requires registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) by the Colorado State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers at the time of application.
          • Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.Application DeadlineThis position is expected to stay open until Wednesday, April 9, 2025. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than 4/9/25 at 11:59 p.m. to ensure consideration.About Everything ElseJob ProfileCE2782 Engineer-Architect Manager SeniorPosition TypeUnlimitedPosition Salary Range$142,312.00 - $241,931.00Starting Pay$167,000 - $205,000/yearAgencyDept of Transportation & InfrastructureThe City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.
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