Capital Planning and Project Manager III (Construction)

County of Marin; San Rafael (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Marin’s Department of Public Works seeks a Capital Planning and Project Manager III to lead complex capital projects from construction through closeout. You’ll coordinate with design-phase managers, establish contracts with consultants, and ensure on-time, within-budget delivery while upholding safety standards.

The ideal candidate will oversee project teams, liaise with multiple departments, and drive accountability across programs, leveraging experience in public/private sector

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 4 years of project management experience in public or private construction.
• Experience managing complex public and private construction projects.
• Desirable PMI/CMI certification or advanced degree.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital improvement projects from construction through closeout.
• Coordinate with design-phase managers and establish contracts with consultants.
• Ensure projects stay within budget and schedule while meeting safety standards.
• Provide leadership to staff and collaborate with county departments and contractors.

Skills

Project management

Team supervision

Contract administration

Vendor coordination

Public speaking

Data analysis

Problem solving

Technical reading (blueprints/maps)

Budgeting & forecasting

Interagency collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field

Master’s degree desirable

PMI/CMI certification desirable

Tools

Microsoft Office

PM software

Financial modeling software

Job description

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The mission of the Marin County Department of Public Works is To provide quality services and maintain and improve public infrastructure and facilities, while protecting Marin’s natural resources. Read more about the Department of Public Works at https://publicworks.marincounty.gov/.

Working under the direction of the Construction Division Manager, the Capital Planning and Project Manager III plays a key leadership role in delivering Capital Improvement Projects from the construction phase through successful completion and closeout. This position serves as a central point of coordination, working closely with County project managers, contractors, consultants, internal departments, and other project stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established goals.

The Capital Planning and Project Manager III coordinates with the design-phase County Project Manager to obtain contract, funding, and award documentation and leads the transition into the construction phase with the successful contractor. The position establishes and manages contracts with third-party consultants, as needed, to provide specialized project support and serves as the primary point of contact for the project team throughout construction and closeout.

With a strong focus on project delivery and accountability, the Capital Planning and Project Manager III is responsible for ensuring Capital Improvement Projects are completed within approved budgets and schedules while maintaining quality and compliance with applicable requirements. The position also ensures projects meet state-mandated safety requirements and provides leadership, supervision, and guidance to administrative support staff.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead complex, high-impact capital projects, build strong partnerships across teams and organizations, and make a meaningful contribution to the successful delivery of improvements that serve the community. The Capital Planning and Project Manager III will have the opportunity to apply their project management expertise, leadership skills, and problem‑solving abilities while helping shape and deliver the County’s capital program.

Hybrid schedule:

The Department of Public Works has embraced a hybrid work schedule that considers that some duties of this position may be performed remotely for up to two (2) business days per workweek. However, the successful candidate must be able to report to County facilities for meetings, work assignments, and/or disaster service work upon short notice, as needed and deemed appropriate. During the initial probationary period, the successful candidate may be required to work primarily onsite before establishing a hybrid work schedule.

Our Highly Qualified Candidate:

The ideal candidate has a broad range of professional level experience in managing both public and private commercial and civil construction projects. As a senior Project Manager, the successful individual must be able to effectively manage multiple projects at varying stages simultaneously. Can foster collaborative relationships with supervisor, construction division staff as well as staff in design departments, including Marin County Parks, DPW Engineering and DPW Capital.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Construction principles and practices including materials, methods, and tools involved in repair and construction of buildings, structures, and infrastructure.
• Federal, state, and local codes, statutes, and regulations pertaining to public sector construction projects and contract and labor compliance.
• Principles and practices of public and personnel administration, supervision, and training.
• Principles and practices of project planning, development, management, implementation and evaluation.
• Cost estimating and cost control techniques.
• Public safety and security including relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local and state security operations for the protection of people, property, and data.
• Government purchasing and bidding policies, practices, and procedures.
• Professional services contracting.
• Computer technology, including project management systems and software.
• Disability access compliance and related Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) laws.
• Sustainable Green building principles and practices.
• Real estate, including principles and practices of effective commercial property management.
• Budget development and tracking, cost control procedures, financial forecasting, and fiscal analysis.
• Space and furniture planning.

Ability to:

• Plan, organize, supervise, and evaluate the work of professional, contract, and paraprofessional staff.
• Develop, manage and implement a variety of projects to meet County goals and objectives.
• Represent the County in meetings with other departments, agencies, contractors, businesses, and the public.
• Identify complex operational issues, analyze data, and use critical thinking to develop, evaluate, and implement effective solutions.
• Coordinate and adjust actions in relation to others' actions.
• Adapt technology equipment to serve user needs.
• Develop, implement, and manage complex projects from inception to completion, adapting flexibly to changing priorities.
• Prepare and deliver effective presentations to governing boards, the public, and a variety of audiences.
• Adapt to changing priorities.
• Exercise sound independent judgment within general policy guidelines.
• Interpret, apply, and explain complex laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Draft and interpret contract terms.
• Read blueprints and maps.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other County departments, property owners, consultants, contractors, and the general public.
• Handle conflict effectively.
• Use computer programs for financial modeling, project management and word processing.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing on legal, financial, and administrative topics.
• Develop management information reports.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES

Any combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge and abilities listed. Typically, equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in construction management, project management, civil, structural or mechanical engineering, facilities planning, design management, architecture, business, economics, planning or a related field AND four years of progressively responsible experience in project management related to the area of assignment.

The required education is interchangeable with project management experience related to the area of assignment on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years.

Possession of a master's degree in a field noted above, professional registration or licensure, or Project Management Institute (PMI) / Construction Management Institute (CMI) certification is desirable. Either may be substituted for one year of required experience.

For any questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Stephen Schoengarth, Human Resources Analyst, at 415-473-6946.

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Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy, and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active.

Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095.