CAPITAL PROJECTS MANAGER
Apply NowCompany: Fox Valley Park District
Location: Aurora, IL 60505
Description:
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POSTING: 03/20/2025 - Open until filled
LOCATION: Cole Administration Center
HOURS: Exempt
RATE: $72,000 - $88,560 DOQ
TYPE: Full-time Exempt
JOB SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Capital Projects Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing capital improvement projects within the Fox Valley Park District. This role involves managing projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with all applicable regulations. The position requires strong project management skills, collaboration with multiple stakeholders, and a commitment to enhancing the community through high-quality parks and facilities. This is an at-will position.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
A Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture, Construction Management, Urban Planning or related field from a four-year college or university and five to eight years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a closely related field is required. A minimum of 5 years of experience in capital project management, preferably in parks, recreation, or municipal environments. Comprehensive skill in managing and coordinating diverse operations. Must possess excellent analytical skills to evaluate and recommend alternative actions with minimal direction. High level of proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint. Must have a valid Illinois Drivers License and be able to provide own transportation.
The Fox Valley Park District is a dynamic and growing park district that serves a diverse population of more than 233,000 people. Recognized as an Illinois Distinguished Agency, Fox Valley holds the nation's highest honor as a National Gold Medal Award winner for excellence in park and recreation management. Serving the communities of Aurora, Montgomery and North Aurora, the District maintains 165 parks and 48 miles of interconnected regional trails amid 2,500 acres of parkland. Sharing the shores of the Fox River, our communities are united by the district's commitment to promote vibrant, healthy lifestyles through fun and safe recreation opportunities that are environmentally and fiscally responsible. The Fox Valley Park District; Where Fun Begins!
The Fox Valley Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Code : 31-4
DEPENDING ON QUALIFICATIONS: $72,000.00-$88,560.00
POSTING: 03/20/2025 - Open until filled
LOCATION: Cole Administration Center
HOURS: Exempt
RATE: $72,000 - $88,560 DOQ
TYPE: Full-time Exempt
JOB SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Capital Projects Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing capital improvement projects within the Fox Valley Park District. This role involves managing projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with all applicable regulations. The position requires strong project management skills, collaboration with multiple stakeholders, and a commitment to enhancing the community through high-quality parks and facilities. This is an at-will position.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
A Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture, Construction Management, Urban Planning or related field from a four-year college or university and five to eight years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a closely related field is required. A minimum of 5 years of experience in capital project management, preferably in parks, recreation, or municipal environments. Comprehensive skill in managing and coordinating diverse operations. Must possess excellent analytical skills to evaluate and recommend alternative actions with minimal direction. High level of proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint. Must have a valid Illinois Drivers License and be able to provide own transportation.
The Fox Valley Park District is a dynamic and growing park district that serves a diverse population of more than 233,000 people. Recognized as an Illinois Distinguished Agency, Fox Valley holds the nation's highest honor as a National Gold Medal Award winner for excellence in park and recreation management. Serving the communities of Aurora, Montgomery and North Aurora, the District maintains 165 parks and 48 miles of interconnected regional trails amid 2,500 acres of parkland. Sharing the shores of the Fox River, our communities are united by the district's commitment to promote vibrant, healthy lifestyles through fun and safe recreation opportunities that are environmentally and fiscally responsible. The Fox Valley Park District; Where Fun Begins!
The Fox Valley Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Code : 31-4
DEPENDING ON QUALIFICATIONS: $72,000.00-$88,560.00