Project Manager

Job Details

Opens: 02/09/2026

Closes: 02/27/2026

Starts: (not specified)

Salary: $77,604.22 - $77,604.22 yearly

City of Allentown – Project Manager (Community Housing)

Grade Number: S13
Department:
Community and Economic Development
Office:
Building Standards and Safety
Union:
None

• Prepares specifications and in‑house cost estimates for assigned projects and arranges for public bidding.
• Maintains all records required by Federal, State and Local regulations concerning public bidding.
• Advises property owners on steps required to bring the property into compliance.
• Inspects works in progress to determine compliance with specifications and to ascertain completed work and invoicing.
• Acts as liaison with public and privately‑wed utilities and contractors to schedule and coordinate activities in the affected areas.
• Acts as a mediator in property owner/contractor disputes.
• Performs inspections and lead risk assessments to identify hazards, prepares reports, enforces compliance and performance clearance testing for lead abatement.
• Performs other related work as assigned.

The individual must exhibit defined decision‑making skills determined by specific area of training and expertise. Duties and tasks are both routine and non‑routine in nature and individuals may refer complex decisions to the higher levels. Assignments are generally focused in nature and require decisions with defined parameters.

High School Diploma required & continuing education including a Bachelor's degree or (3) years or more of experience in the construction field. Equivalent combination of related education and experience.

• Certification of completion of the Essentials for Healthy Homes Practitioners Course either upon hire or within 6 months of employment.
• Certification as a licensed Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry Lead Supervisor and/or Lead Project Designer and Lead Risk Assessor preferred at hiring or within 12 months of employment.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

• Ability to identify and test for lead paint hazards.
• Ability to inspect and detect healthy home hazards.
• Knowledge of ICC construction codes, practices and techniques.
• Computer knowledge required for Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint & bid specification software.
• Knowledge of HUD program requirements.
• Knowledge of EPA, L&I and OSHA requirements.
• Knowledge of Federal, State and Local requirements for public contracts and labor compliance, code enforcement and redevelopment.
• Use of cell phone, digital camera, tape measure, XRF analyzer and other associated equipment.
• Successful customer service experience and a proven ability to deal with the public.
• Ability to be organized and have good manage time skills.
• Work independently to meet program objectives.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, blueprints and cut sheets.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
• Ability to write clear and comprehensive project specifications, floor plans and accurately estimate costs for construction.
• Applying communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public; sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
• Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with the public and establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, other employees, contractors and the public.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

The employee must be able to see close and adjust focus.

Note:

The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

February 8, 2026
EEO Employer