Project and Resource Development Manager MC

Project and Resource Development Manager MC

Salary

$64,209.60 - $80,267.20 Annually

Location

City Hall (3200 Civic Center Circle NE)

Job Type

Full Time MC

Job Number

2026--00120

Department

Parks, Recreation & Community Services

Division

P&R Administration

Opening Date

10/13/2026

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Position Summary

The Project and Resource Development Manager is responsible for managing and coordinating the planning, budgeting, design, procurement, construction, and completion of Parks, Recreation & Community Services (PRCS) capital and development projects. This position supervises PRCS Project Managers, provides direction and oversight for of assigned projects, and monitors project scope, schedules, budgets and contracts.

This position serves as the department's primary coordinator for grants and Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP). This position works directly with the Director to coordinate special projects and development projects that impact the Department and assists in developing sustainability standards for the future development and maintenance of City parks and facilities.

Education, Training, Experience, Certifications, Licenses and Registrations

Education / higher education: Bachelors Degree

For required college degrees, applicable field(s) of study: Engineering, project management, landscape architecture, or directly related discipline.

Minimum number of years of directly related experience: Four years of directly related experience in capital project management, facility or infrastructure construction, architectural or engineering project coordination, grant-funded project administration, community improvement projects, or a closely related field, including at least three years of supervisory or lead experience. In lieu of a degree, incumbent must possess eight years of directly related experience.

Education and/or experience preferences: Master's degree preferred in the above-mentioned disciplines.

Driver's License requirement: Frequent Driver -- Regular Drivers License Required Endorsements: None

Note -- For any driver, driving record must always meet City driving and insurability standards.

Required certifications, licenses or registrations: None

Preferred certifications, licenses or registrations: None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge: Knowledge and skills in reading and interpreting engineering plans, City codes and related ordinances, and developing reports and budgets.

Skills Must be able to type rapidly and accurately enough to successfully produce documents/spreadsheets, communicate via e-mail, or perform data entry as necessary to accomplish the essential functions of the position. Use of technology, equipment and software typically used in the office environment. Operate a personal computer for word processing, spreadsheet, and database.. Read, analyze, and interpret technical reports, general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Write reports, business correspondence, and procedural manuals. Knowledge of capital-project planning, grant and ICIP administration, budgeting, contracts, procurement and construction processes, project scheduling and performance monitoring, staff supervision and performance management.

Abilities: Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, and the general public. Ability to work with mathematical concepts to analyze problems, interpret data and apply to practical situations found in the workplace.Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; read, analyze, and interpret technical reports, general business periodicals, technical procedures, and government codes and regulations; Work with engineering concepts to analyze problems, interpret data and apply to practical situations found in the workplace.

Interaction with Groups/Agencies/Entities: Internal: Works with department directors, division managers, project managers, inspectors, Finance staff, grant administrators, and ICIP administrators on capital projects, quality-of-life initiatives, and special projects. Maintains professional, courteous, and collaborative working relationships and fosters a teamwork-oriented environment. External: Works with assigned boards and commissions, contractors, architects, engineers, government agencies, professional associations, and the general public in the planning, development, and implementation of parks and recreation capital projects, special projects, programs, and services. Represents the City in a professional, courteous, and responsive manner when interacting with residents, customers, contractors, and public officials.

Essential Functions

The following functions are typical for this position. The omission of specific functions does not exclude them if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment for this position. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Attends DRC (Development Review Committee) meetings, reviews development plans and specifications to ensure compliance with City standards as well as accuracy of cost estimates and other document items.
• Evaluates community and department infrastructure needs; develops recommendations and assists with identifying funding opportunities and preparing proposals to support approved projects and initiatives.
• Participates in negotiations of contracts with private developers, contractors, and engineering/design professionals.
• Reviews engineering plans and specifications to ensure compliance with City standards and approved project requirements.
• Manages development and implementation of capital projects, development projects and special projects for the department such as Development Review, grant applications, ICIP projects, and other duties as assigned.
• Assists with budget preparation and development of capital project budgets and ICIP.
• Assists the Director in preparing research reports in response to inquiries from the Governing Body and citizens, and provides updates regarding project and program status.
• Coordinates grants for Parks, Recreation Community Services, monitors construction costs and timelines for execution. Works with the City's Grant Administrator to prepare all requests for reimbursement and reports as required by grant agreements.
• Administers and coordinates the Department's Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP), including project identification, prioritization, planning, tracking, and required updates.
• Supervises and provides direction to PRCS Project Managers; assigns and coordinates projects and responsibilities, establishes priorities, monitors project schedules and budgets, and reviews project progress and performance.
• Works with the Director to recruit, select, orient, and train project management staff.
• Conducts employee evaluations and addresses performance or conduct concerns in accordance with City policies and procedures; recommends disciplinary actions, including termination when appropriate.
• Develops sustainability standards that can be used in the future design and management of City Parks and recreation facilities.
• Evaluates parks and facilities and develops recommendations for construction, rehabilitation, or remodeling in coordination with assigned project staff. Establishes and oversees project schedules based on assessment of project design, budget, available funding, construction requirements, and other user requests.
• Reviews and oversees progress and quality of construction; interprets design intent, and facilitates solutions to project design and construction issues.
• Oversees the planning, budgeting, design, procurement, construction and completion of Department capital projects to ensure compliance with approved plans, budgets, schedules, contracts and applicable City standards.
• Serves as liaison to the general public, community leaders, developers, contractors, consultants, government agencies and community groups regarding assigned projects and Department development matters.
• Ensures that the City's Policies and Procedures are understood and followed within the division and that personnel matters are addressed in a timely and appropriate manner.

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Do you have a bachelors degree in engineering, project management, landscape architecture, or directly related discipline? If you certify you have a degree, your transcripts must be uploaded showing degree and date awarded.

• Yes
• No

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Do you have four years of directly related experience in capital project management, facility or infrastructure construction, architectural or engineering project coordination, grant-funded project administration, community improvement projects, or a closely related field?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have at least three years of supervisory or lead experience in the listed areas above? In lieu of a degree, incumbent must possess eight years of directly related experience.

• Yes
• No

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Employer City of Rio Rancho

Address 3200 Civic Center Circle NE

Rio Rancho, New Mexico, 87144

Phone 505-896-8750

Website https://rrnm.gov/