ECS Group Manager

DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION Driving the future of transportation with a diverse and innovative team To ECS Group Manager Job Location: Address: 205 S 17th Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85007 This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.
Posting Details: Salary: $119,162.
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27 Grade: 28 Job Summary: Are you interested in an environment where leaders foster a culture based on respect for people and continuous improvement? ADOT leaders model a collaborative, problem solving, and coaching based culture focused on employee engagement and development.
Leaders are accountable, transparent, and communicative as they sustain an inclusive, diverse, and safe environment.
ADOT leaders are visible and present, demonstrating: We are One ADOT This position is responsible for managing the Engineering Consultant Section (ECS).
This position is responsible for compliance with the Brooks Act as applicable as well as 23 CFR 172.
ECS assists in the procurement of consultant contracts for multiple ADOT areas including Project Management Group, Right-of-Way, Environmental Planning Group, and other areas on occasion.
This position is also responsible for overseeing consultant payment reports through various ADOT sections for payment.
Model ADOT values through leading, coaching and developing problem solvers to implement and sustain a continuous improvement culture.
Leaders are accountable, transparent, and communicative as they foster an inclusive, diverse, and safe environment.
The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust.
Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces.
All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.
Job Duties: Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • This position leads ECS as the lead agent in procuring and executing consultant contracts for ADOT areas requiring consultant design.
This position is responsible for ensuring a productive and rewarding work environment.
This position ensures that practical controls are in place that conform to 23 CFR 172 in coordination with Audit & Analysis, areas requiring consultant services, and the Attorney General's office as needed • Consultant Selection Process-Using AMS tools, continuously analyzes and evaluates best practices for executing consultant contracts in the most efficient manner.
This includes extensive collaboration with industry via ACEC, AGC, and all areas in ADOT in need of consultant services • Actively manages contract executions, contract modifications, task orders, and payment reports dashboards.
Analyzes deficiencies and takes appropriate risks and actions with the Pareto (80/20) or Delta Force (70/30) rule as appropriate • Actively engage and collaborate with the Arizona Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) and other ADOT groups such as PMG and LPA.
At present (2022), ADOT pays $9DM annually in consultant services and maintaining a strong working relationship with ACEC is paramount to delivering the Five-Year construction program consistently on time • Responsible for procurement of alternative delivery projects including Design-Build, Design-Build via P3 law and Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) • Participates on PDCA teams to constantly improve ADOT everywhere, every day, and everybody to optimize ADOTs efficiency and effectiveness Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge in: • Administering transportation projects, organization management, and operational procedures of an State or Local government Skills in: • Verbal and written communication with strong customer perspective service and closure skills Ability to: • Effectively assess, articulate, synthesize, and implement complex projects and organization needs as a leader/coach • Coach and develop employees, including continuous improvement practices and principles Selective Preference(s): The ideal candidate for this position will have: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in business.
Pre-Employment Requirements: This position requires possession of a valid Arizona Class D Driver License.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits: The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include: • Sick leave • Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year • Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Health and dental insurance • Retirement plan • Life insurance and long-term disability insurance • Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive.
Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right.
An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.
Retirement: Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.
Contact Us: The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 712-7279.
Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
All newly hired employees will be subject to E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.