Assistant Project Manager - Full Time - San Diego Zoo Safari Park

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit international conservation leader, committed to inspiring a passion for nature and creating a world where all life thrives. Empowering people from around the globe to support our mission to conserve wildlife through innovation and partnerships, we support cutting-edge conservation, and bring the stories of our work back to our two world-famous front doors — the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park — giving millions of guests, in person and virtually, the opportunity to experience conservation in action. The deep and extensive knowledge gained from more than a century of experience in wildlife care, health, veterinary services, nutrition and conservation makes us invaluable in the global effort to save species. Our team members play a crucial role in driving our conservation efforts forward and bringing us closer to a world where all life thrives.

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION

• The Construction Project Supervisor is responsible for leading individual, multi-disciplined construction projects with direct accountability for project delivery.
• This position is responsible all facets of project management. This position reports to the Project Manager.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Manage all facets of project management (scope, budget, schedule, delivery, quality & risk) for individual projects including planning, design, construction, and closeout.
• Implements communication plan to keep stakeholders and project resources informed.
• Facilitates project meetings.
• Manage the delivery of CAPEX projects across all departments. Effectively plan and execute projects with a wide range of complexity from initiation through closeout.
• Read and understand moderately complex documents including agreements/contracts, project charters, surveys and drawings. Oversee agency submittals and permitting process.
• Prepare annual project delivery plan, including milestone schedule, concept budget and spend forecast.
• Interface directly with project sponsor and stakeholders to define project requirements. Prepare scope of work, project delivery requirements, concept pricing & budget, milestone schedule, quality control, and risk identification.
• Manage RFP process including bid analysis, vendor selection and contract negotiation.
• Leads project delivery team by providing project guidance and direction to achieve project goals. Includes RFI and change request management to determine impacts to scope, budget, schedule, quality and risk. Ensure safety standards and compliance are met.
• Tracks progress of each project against goals, objectives, approved budgets, approved timelines. Reports status and variances. Creates action plans to meet objectives, budget and schedule. Exercise fiscal responsibility.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is seeking an individual who is inspired to be a part of an organization that is committed to protecting wildlife around the globe.
• A leader to join us in our commitment to provide opportunities to learn about, engage with best-in-class conservation work, and share how that work is changing outcomes for wildlife every day through visits to the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park.

JOB EXPERIENCE

• At least 1 year of experience managing projects with increasing level of responsibility and complexity
• At least 1 year of experience in construction in a Zoo/Theme Park Setting
• Experience with agency submittals, permitting, and code compliance.  

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Coursework in architecture, civil engineering; structural engineering, construction management or a related field.
• Bachelor's degree in Science (BS), Engineering (BEng), or Architecture (BArch)
• Current valid California Driver’s License in good standing 

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Project management methodology, process and best practices
• MS Project or other project management software proficient
• MS Office proficient
• Building trades, tools, equipment, and materials
• Building and safety regulations
• Prepare bid requests, perform bid analysis and negotiate contracts
• Plan and estimate construction work.
• Work effectively with others
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, vendors, projects team and internal departments
• Develop vendor and stakeholder relationships, evaluate contractor and consultant performance
• Coordinate cross-functional collaboration and identify project sponsors
• Review and understand moderately complex construction documents and plans

SOME OF THE PERKS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A TEAM MEMBER

• Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
• Family Passes
• Complimentary Tickets
• Local and In-House Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Be an ally for wildlife by joining our team!
• At San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, we thrive on celebrating our differences.
• Diversity is vital for the benefit of our team members, our guests, our community, and our wildlife.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
• If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, please email your request to sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org and provide the job title and location to which you are applying.
• As a Federal Contractor, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.
• San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a drug free workplace.

Salary

• $66,560 to $71,640 yearly