Senior Project Manager*

Job Description

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The Department of Public Works,Special Districts -Project Management Division has a rare opportunity for an experienced Senior Project Manager* who manageshigh-value and complex construction projects needing hands-on oversight of improvements, upgrades, and new construction of related road, water and wastewater systems and facilities. Responsibilities include supervising and overseeing other Project Managers that are engaged in preparing, reviewing, and approving structural, architectural and engineering design plans and specifications for water/sewer and power systems, including piping, pumps, pump stations, wells, motors, and meters, as well as district buildings, roads, and parks, and a variety of related capital improvement projects. This position administers and manages construction contracts, including requests for proposals, estimating expenses, determining/adhering to schedules, negotiating agreements and change orders, assuring compliance with building codes and inspections, and acting as technical advisor to ensure projects are completed safely, timely, and within contract specifications.

Official Title: Special Districts Senior Project Manager

For more detailed information, review the Special Districts Senior Project Manager job description.

Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time without notice.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

To review job-specific benefits, refer to: Summary of Benefits and the Non-Represented Employee Compensation Plan

The County also offers an alternative Modified Benefits Option (MBO) that provides a wage differential.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Physical: Frequent sitting, walking, standing, bending, and squatting. Requires fine manipulation in both hands. Occasionally lift and carry 10 to 50 pounds.

Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required. Employees may be required to make provisions for transportation. Department vehicle will be provided as needed and when available. At the time of hire, the individual providing the transportation must provide a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance.

Background: Applicants must successfully pass a background check prior to appointment.

Sponsorship: Please note that San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must meet the following education and experience requirements: Education:

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in engineering, construction management, or a closely related field.

Experience:

Four (4) years of professional experience with responsibility for managing medium-large capital improvement projects, and which involved design, procurement and construction of infrastructure facilities/buildings/equipment.

Substitutions:

Two (2) additional years of experience may be substitute for the degree requirement. Education must include 30 semester (45 quarter) units of coursework directly related to engineering, or construction management. (Relevant coursework must be included on supplemental question #3).

OR

Four (4) additional years of directly related experience may substitute for the education requirement.

Desired Qualifications

Possession of a Construction Management or Engineering degreewith an understanding of the varied environments and conditions common to San Bernardino County, is ideal. The prepared candidate will possess related experience with municipal agencies which manage water, sewer, road, and other similar services. Related experience with California Public Contract Code (PCC) and possession of a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification are also desired.

Selection Process

Application Procedure : Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Applications will be accepted until further notice; recruitment may close at any time once sufficient applications are received . Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.

All communications regarding the selection process will be via email . Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mails frequently to obtain any correspondence associated with this recruitment. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.

EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy .

For more important details, review the links below:

Guide to Completing a County Job Application

Applicant Information and the County Employment Process

Non-Represented Compensation Plan

San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

Please review the appropriate Summary of Benefits * for more information

Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County’s Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Employee Benefits website for more detailed information.

*Retirement benefits subject to change.

Closing Date/Time: Continuous