Salary : $1,936,064.00 - $2,538,978.00 Annually
Location : Town Hall, Chapel Hill, NC
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 26/27-02066
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 08/25/2026
Closing Date: 9/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Max Number of Applicants: 100

Summary
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions described here.Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned that are not specifically spelled out in this job description, but which may be reasonably considered to require similar knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Summary of Position:

The Town of Chapel Hill is searching for a self-motivated, detail oriented, professional individual that is skilled in management and oversight of, design and construction of building improvements, infrastructure upgrades, and major maintenance projects. To be successful in this Construction Project Manager position, it is imperative to have experience managing large, cross-functional projects and the skill and ability to work independently through ambiguous situations. This complex, multi-disciplinary, and multi-phase work requires advanced knowledge of civil, construction, and/or architectural engineering principles, practices, and procedures.

What you can expect to be doing (Essential Functions):

• Manages complex capital improvement projects based on Town needs and expectations; develops project schedules, coordinates bid openings, develops request for proposals, negotiates contracts, leads project meetings, oversees design consultants and general contractors; and ensures that project operations comply with contract specifications, all applicable laws, codes, policies and procedures.

• Develops project budgets, monitors expenditures, reviews and approves payment requests, processing of change orders, reviewing and processing invoices and purchase orders, resolving discrepancies, and making budget-related recommendations to project stakeholders. Work may also involve managing state or federal project grant funding.

• Prepares and/or reviews project contracts, plans, specifications, manuals, progress and other reports, requests for proposals, bid documents, change orders, and other documentation; maintains records; and prepares agenda items for and makes presentations to internal and external stakeholders.

• Collaborates with design and other consultants, general and special trades contractors, architects, Construction Manager at Risk contractors, and other Town departments and external agencies; oversee project operations, resolves issues and mitigates project risks, negotiates contracts, and provides technical and general information to aid in the evaluation of problems and the development of alternatives for construction projects.

• Manages the development of "Project scope" through collaboration with Engineers and Designers. Provides technical design review and feedback to designers and Engineers during the project design and engineering phase. Guides the development of drawings and specifications, as well as evaluating the bids for technical accuracy and compliance with contract requirements.

• Performs quality assurance and project monitoring duties; inspects projects on site; creates, manages, and tracks schedules and project performance metrics; identifies and manages risk and other project issues; and communicates unresolved issues to upper management. Provides onsite supervision of project construction activities to ensure project design and specifications are being correctly implemented by the general contractor and any subcontractors.

• Organizes and coordinates pre-construction, construction and final acceptance meetings, conducts regular on-site inspections during the various project phases, and reports on noncompliance with contract requirements.

• Directs and manages project communications with internal and external stakeholders.

• Completes all other duties as assigned.

Do you supervise or not?

Supervising contractors and consultants associated with projects.

What are the physical demands?

The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table, with intermittent standing, walking or stooping, and climbing. The employee uses equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.

Where and how do you work?

The work is typically performed in an office and construction/renovation job sites with occasional exposure to loud noises, inclement weather, and working at heights.

Essential Functions
What are the physical demands?

The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table, with intermittent standing, walking or stooping, and climbing. The employee uses equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.

Where and how do you work?

The work is typically performed in an office and construction/renovation job sites with occasional exposure to loud noises, inclement weather, and working at heights.

What do you need to know to do this job effectively?

The ideal candidate will have Knowledge and Experience of:

• Principles and practices of construction management.
• Management of municipal or public capital improvement projects.
• Technical understanding of grading, utilities, streets, stormwater, and building construction.
• Contract administration principles and practices.
• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Traditional and alternative project delivery methods.
• Experience managing energy management or sustainability projects.
• Familiarity with project management information software and proper records management.
• Safety and risk management.
• Federal grant management and administration, as well as FEMA, and HUD reporting requirements.
• Respectful customer service principles.

The ideal candidate will have the Ability to:

• Work independently managing multiple projects.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Effectively handle multiple competing priorities and challenging deadlines.
• Ensure adherence to standards and quality assurance.
• Review, research, and implement industry trends, solutions and best practices.
• Use critical thinking and analysis to evaluate written materials, plans and specifications and make recommendations.
• Model behaviors that are consistent with our Town values of RESPECT.

What education and/or experience do you need to be considered for this job?

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, building construction, architecture, design, or a directly related field such as landscape architecture along with the knowledge of and a level of competency traditionally associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work.

Experience

Minimum of five years of construction project management experience.

What are the safety considerations for this job?

• These positions are designated safety sensitive and driving- essential.
• You will be subject to the policy.
• You will be subject to the Policy.

Minimum Qualifications
Other relevant information you should know about the position:

• The possession of or the ability to readily obtain a valid NC Driver's Class C License.
• This classification has been designated as an Essential Driver and must conform to the Town's Safe Driving and Accident Policy.

The Town of Chapel Hill has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Health and Dental Insurance
Health and dental insurance are effective the first day of employment. The town will provide full-time employees group medical and dental insurance including family coverage. Employees and the town will share equally in the additional cost of the medical plan for dependent coverage if employees desire to purchase such coverage for family members. Employees are responsible for the full cost of dependent dental insurance.

Retirement Health Savings Plan

Employees hired after June 30, 2010, in a regular full-time or regular part- time position are required to participate in the Retirement Health Savings Plan. Contributions are taken on a pre-tax basis. The current contribution amount is 1%.

Paid Time Off

• Vacation/Annual Leave: Employees in regular full or part time positions earn between 12 and 26 days per year depending upon length of Town service.
• Sick Leave: Employees in full or part time regular positions earn 12 days per year.
• Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees receive 6 weeks of Paid Parental Leave after birth or placement of a child in the home for adoption or foster care. This leave does not come from Employee's leave bank.
• Paid Holidays: There are 12 official Town holidays. Employees in full or part time regular positions are eligible for paid holiday time.
• Personal Leave: All employees in full or part time regular positions are granted 3 days of personal leave per year. This leave is non-cumulative

Local Government Retirement System

All employees in regular full or part time position are required to contribute to the retirement system. Contributions are taken on a pre-tax basis. The current contribution amount is 6%.

Supplemental Retirement Plans

• NC 401(k)-The Town makes a contribution of 5% to the 401(k) for all regular full and part time employees. There is no employee match required. Employees have the option of making contributions on a pre or post tax basis. The plan is administered by Empower.
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan-Town of Chapel Hill employees have the option of making contributions to a 457. The Town does not make contributions to this plan. The plan is administered by MissionSquare.

Disability Insurance

• Town Provided: The Town provides both short term and long term disability insurance to all regular full or part time employees. The plan will pay up to 50% of the employee's base income up to $462 per week for non-job related injuries.
• Voluntary Short Term Disability: Employees have the option of purchasing supplemental disability insurance. This plan will pay employees a maximum of 25% of their base weekly earnings up to $400.

Life Insurance

The Town provides full and part time regular employees with an individual term life insurance policy. Employees have the option of purchasing additional life insurance for a small fee. Dependent life insurance is also available.

Direct Deposit

All employees hired after July 1, 2007 are required to have direct deposit.

Other Benefits

• Credit Union: Employees of the Town of Chapel Hill are eligible to open accounts at Civic Federal Credit Union.
• Parking is provided free of charge at or near worksites
• Annual longevity payment beginning with the 5th year of full or part time regular employment
• Tuition assistance is available upon completion of the initial probationary period
• Town has a Housing Assistance Program that assists employees secure housing in Town see the following https://www.chapelhillaffordablehousing.org/employee-housing