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City of Hays - Project Management Department

Planning the Vision. Managing the Build.

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Phone
1002 785-628-7350
Address
1002 Vine St. Hays, KS 67601

About

The Office of Project Management oversees the planning, coordination, and execution of major municipal capital improvement and infrastructure initiatives for the City of Hays. Serving as the central operational bridge between design, engineering, and active construction, the department directs public works investments, ranging from vital water and utility improvements to street rehabilitation and facility modernizations.

Through rigorous on-site inspection, budget oversight, and strict compliance with state and federal engineering standards, the Office ensures every municipal build meets technical specifications while remaining accountable to community resources. By actively coordinating contractor operations, utility tie-ins, and public traffic advisories, the department minimizes neighborhood disruptions and delivers durable, long-term civic infrastructure on schedule and within budget.

Key Responsibilities
  • Capital Improvement Execution: Managing end-to-end delivery of street, drainage, utility, and municipal facility projects.
  • On-Site Inspection & Quality Control: Enforcing rigorous technical specifications, material integrity, and regulatory standards.
  • Fiscal & Contractor Oversight: Supervising procurement, bid packages, progress billing, and project milestones to safeguard public funds.
  • Interdepartmental & Public Coordination: Partnering with Public Works, regional stakeholders, and local utilities while providing timely project updates and traffic advisories to residents.