City Sr. Project Manager

Salary : $134,409.60 - $141,128.00 Annually
Location : Albuquerque, NM
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number:
Department: Municipal Development
Division: MD-Constr Mgmt
Opening Date: 04/13/2026
Closing Date: 10/9/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Bargaining Unit: NU

Position Summary

The City Sr. Project Manager is responsible for assuming full management responsibility in the planning, design, and construction of assigned Public Works, Capital Improvement Program (CIP), and facility construction projects. The position oversees all project phases, including budgeting, scheduling, design, policy development, construction, and compliance with applicable codes, laws, ordinances, and regulations. This role coordinates with City departments, consultants, contractors, elected officials, and community stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality public facilities and infrastructure projects that meet organizational and community needs.

The City Sr. Project Manager position is responsible for managing critical Department of Municipal Development (DMD) horizontal construction projects for the entire City of Albuquerque.

The horizontal projects that will be managed include but are not limited to:

Transportation Infrastructure - roadways and streets, highway and arterial improvements, intersections and roundabouts, sidewalks and pedestrian pathways, bicycle lanes and multi-use trails, bridges, culverts, and green stormwater infrastructure, traffic signal systems and street lighting.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
Essential and Supplemental Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

1. Assume full management responsibility for assigned Public Works, CIP, and facility construction projects from early planning through implementation.
2. Oversee, monitor, and manage all project phases to ensure compliance with applicable codes, laws, ordinances, and regulations, including ADA requirements.
3. Assign and review the work activities, methods, and deliverables of staff, consultants, and contractors engaged in professional and technical renovations, new development, and construction projects.
4. Provide assistance to project managers to ensure projects meet all City specifications and are completed on time and within budget.
5. Solve problems that arise during design, scheduling, budgeting, and construction/renovation phases.
6. Develop, monitor, and review both short-term and long-term project goals, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities.
7. Prepare cost estimates, participate in contract negotiations, and oversee consultant selection processes.
8. Monitor consultant and contractor performance to ensure compliance with contract terms and project requirements.
9. Confer and coordinate with engineers, architects, surveyors, and other professionals during design and construction phases.
10. Assist City departments with Public Works, CIP, and construction projects at all stages, from concept development through final completion.
11. Provide highly complex staff assistance to the Department Director, Deputy Director, CIP Official, and executive leadership.
12. Prepare technical reports, policy recommendations, and project updates for administration, elected officials, and community stakeholders.
13. Evaluate and incorporate innovative technologies, construction methods, and sustainability practices into City projects.
14. Assume full management responsibility for assigned Public Works, CIP, and facility construction projects from early planning through implementation.
15. Oversee, monitor, and manage all project phases to ensure compliance with applicable codes, laws, ordinances, and regulations, including ADA requirements.
16. Assign and review the work activities, methods, and deliverables of staff, consultants, and contractors engaged in professional and technical renovations, new development, and construction projects.
17. Provide assistance to project managers to ensure projects meet all City specifications and are completed on time and within budget.
18. Solve problems that arise during design, scheduling, budgeting, and construction/renovation phases.
19. Develop, monitor, and review both short-term and long-term project goals, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities.
20. Prepare cost estimates, participate in contract negotiations, and oversee consultant selection processes.
21. Monitor consultant and contractor performance to ensure compliance with contract terms and project requirements.
22. Confer and coordinate with engineers, architects, surveyors, and other professionals during design and construction phases.
23. Assist City departments with Public Works, CIP, and construction projects at all stages, from concept development through final completion.
24. Provide highly complex staff assistance to the Department Director, Deputy Director, CIP Official, and executive leadership.
25. Prepare technical reports, policy recommendations, and project updates for administration, elected officials, and community stakeholders.
26. Evaluate and incorporate innovative technologies, construction methods, and sustainability practices into City projects.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the applicable field (facility operations and maintenance, building design and construction, etc.)
2. Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
3. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.
Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or architecture; and
Nine (9) years' experience in any combination of the following areas:

• facility construction
• architectural design/construction
• landscape architecture
• design/construction or capital project management; and

To include three (3) years supervisory experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire.
01

Select the highest level of successfully completed related education as identified by the minimum requirements (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts).

• No High School Diploma
• High School Diploma or GED
• Non/degree accredited- Some College
• Associates
• Bachelors
• Masters
• Juris Doctorate
• Doctorate

02

Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.

• No experience
• 1 to less than 6 months
• 6 to less than 12 months
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 9 years
• 9 years to less than 10 years
• 10 years to less than 11 years
• 11 years to less than 12 years
• 12 years to less than 13 years
• 13 or more years

03

Do you possess the supervisory experience outlined in the minimum requirements? If you have successfully completed the City of Albuquerque's Pre-Management Development Program (PMDP), please include two (2) additional years in your supervisory experience (attach certificate, if applicable).

• Yes
• No

04

Do you possess a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or have the ability to obtain by date of hire (attach a copy of your Driver's License)?

• Yes
• No

Required Question