Cleveland, OH (pop. 372,624) seeks an experienced, decisive, and dynamic Project Manager to oversee the North Coast Connector project to completion. The successful candidate will manage all aspects of the project, including coordination among City departments, consultants, and federal and state agencies. This senior leadership role will involve ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budget while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local funding requirements. This position is a Grant Funded position and will report directly to the City’s Chief Operating Officer.

Overview of the North Coast Connector Project

The North Coast Connector is a transformative infrastructure project designed to enhance connectivity between downtown Cleveland and its lakefront. The North Coast Connector is integral to the City’s vision of revitalizing public spaces, fostering economic development, and improving access to Lake Erie’s shoreline. By creating safer, efficient transportation links and new public amenities, the North Coast Connector aims to support sustainable growth and improve the quality of life for Cleveland residents and visitors.

This critical project will utilize multiple funding sources and involve collaboration across multiple City departments, state and federal agencies, and external consultants. The project consists of transforming the Shoreway from a limited access highway to a City Boulevard, a land bridge that connects downtown Cleveland to the waterfront, bike and pedestrian paths, and a multi-modal transit hub. The initiative aligns with Cleveland’s long-term goals of fostering equitable access, enhancing mobility, and advancing environmental resilience. Construction is planned to commence in 2027 and is estimated to be completed within four years after commencement.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform the full range of project management and oversight duties, including overseeing work product and workload distribution to an Owner’s Representative, Design Builder, and other consultants. The Project Manager will be involved in the process of hiring the Design Build team and necessary consultants.
• Convene and lead multidisciplinary teams of City of Cleveland staff, including staff in the Mayor’s Office of Capital Projects, Finance Department, Planning Department, and Building and Housing, as well as consultants and external partners.
• Review, refine, and monitor project scope, budget, schedule, documentation, plans, contracts, change orders, cost-effectiveness, etc.
• Consult and collaborate with federal agencies, state agencies, in-house staff, and external professionals to launch pre-construction and construction activities, including the delivery of FHWA Major Project requirements, completing the NEPA process and executing the right of way phase of the project.
• Coordinate and conduct briefings and public engagement activities for a variety of audiences, including public officials, media, residents, and agency staff on project scope and status.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Transportation Engineering, Construction Management, Public Administration, or related field.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience in project management, including 7 years of management level experience, consisting of general contracting, owner’s representation, commercial development, engineering, and design, or similar.
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) Certification preferred.
• Knowledge of FHWA and/or ODOT design standards and processes preferred.
• Demonstrable track record of achieving scope, schedule, and budget goals on complex projects from design phase through implementation and operation.
• Experience managing large-scale design-build and/or federally funded projects and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Proven success in communicating project requirements and collaborating with various audiences (e.g., senior management, peers, public officials, vendors, etc.).

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range is $140,000 – 175,000 +/- DOQ. The City of Cleveland offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid leave time, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.

How to Apply

Apply online at www.GovHRjobs.com with a resume, cover letter and contact information for five professional references. This position is open until filled with first reading on June 23, 2025. Confidential inquiries may be directed to Maureen Barry, MGT Senior Consultant, at 847-380-3240, x116.

The City of Cleveland is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse professional backgrounds to apply. Applicants should be aware that, as a public institution in the state of Ohio, the City of Cleveland, OH is subject to the Ohio Open Records Law (Ohio Rev. Code § 149.43). This means that certain records and documents related to employment, including but not limited to applications, resumes, and other materials submitted during the application process, may be subject to public disclosure upon request.