Engineering Program Manager, Senior Project Manager, or Project Manager

City of Salem; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid time off

PERS contribution

457b plan

FSAs

Long-term care

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

Health clinic

Hybrid schedule

Competitive pay

Job summary

City of Salem seeks experienced civil engineers for Engineering Program Manager, Senior Project Manager, or Project Manager positions. The role covers water, wastewater, stormwater, and planning projects with responsibilities from design through construction.

You will manage budgets, regulatory permits, QA/QC, and lead teams of licensed engineers while coordinating with stakeholders citywide. A PE license in Oregon within one year is required, with a strong emphasis on collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field and 12+ years of experience.
• Professional Civil Engineer license within the State of Oregon within one year of appointment.
• Pass the pre-employment background check.
• Possess an Oregon Driver license and driving record meeting City standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects through design and construction; oversee budgets, permits, and QA/QC.
• Lead project teams of licensed professional engineers.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and promote collaboration across divisions.
• Develop and implement project delivery procedures and standards.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Regulatory permits

QA/QC

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

The City of Salem Public Works is hiring civil engineers at one of three levels —Engineering Program Manager, Senior Project Manager, or Project Manager — depending on your experience and certification.

Why now?

Recent retirements, a voter approval of a $300 million Community Improvement Bond Measure, and a backlog of projects have created a rare combination: long-term funding, meaningful work, and room to grow. The Engineering Division’s approved Capital Improvement Plan totals $407 million and provides at least 10 years of funded infrastructure to be delivered by our team.

Building for the future: This recruitment will establish a six-month eligibility list. Even if you are not selected for the current opening, qualified applicants will be contacted as additional positions become available.

Hybrid schedule:

Our team follows a hybrid model — in-office at the Public Works Operations and Engineering Building 3 to 4 days a week, with remote work available the remaining days with manager approval. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

At a Glance

This posting covers three classification levels. Use the table below to find your fit, then read the detailed descriptions that follow. [Years of experience applies to a Civil Engineering or related field, or any combination of experience and training that demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities as listed, and ability to perform the essential job functions.]

• 12+ years
• Supervises project team of licensed PEs
• Program-level management, budgeting, regulatory permits, QA/QC
• 10+ years
• Supervises engineering technical staff and interns
• Complex project management through planning, design, and construction
• 6+ years
• Project management for moderate to large projects, development review

What you will do:

The current openings are in the following:

• The Engineering’s Utility Engineering Group which covers water treatment, water distribution system, wastewater treatment, sewer collection system, and stormwater system; and
• The Public Works Planning Group which covers modeling and planning.

The immediate needs are in our water treatment and distribution system and and our Planning group+. Additional consideration will be given to expertise in the wastewater treatment, collections system, pump systems, and/or collaborative delivery of large projects areas. Related experience in transportation and/or facilities related engineering fields will also be considered.

You will manage multiple projects and programs through design and construction phases, lead a project team of licensed professional engineers, and take administrative responsibility for program-level budgets, regulatory permits, and QA/QC. Day to day, you will oversee complex projects across water treatment, water distribution, wastewater treatment, sewer collection, and stormwater areas, serve on technical and advisory committees, establish project delivery procedures, and coordinate with stakeholders across the organization in the community. Technical engineering experience in utility areas listed above is essential given the community-wide impacts of these projects.

You will independently manage a full range of civil engineering project management through the planning, design, and construction of complex municipal infrastructure projects. You will apply extensive knowledge of engineering principles across water, wastewater, and stormwater engineering fields while performing QA/QC on designs. This role typically supervises various engineering technical staff, including CECOP interns, and supervisory experience will be valued for candidates wishing to advance to management positions in the organization.

You will provide full-service project management for moderate to large engineering projects through the planning, design, and construction phases and reviewing consultant designs. You will develop and execute projects with technical independence within accepted engineering principles and applicable City policies. In the PW Planning and Development Group, you will manage the City’s water, wastewater, and stormwater models; manage consultant’s efforts on model updates; assist with master planning efforts; and support the Public Works team with project specific planning level data and review of development proposals from outside consultants. This position is differentiated from the Senior Project Manager position by project complexity and the absence of supervisory responsibilities.

Across all levels, you will promote collaboration across Divisions by developing, planning, and constructing projects that support the Operations teams and the broader community. Program Manager and Senior Project Manager roles also include direct supervision, coaching, work planning, and professional development for team members and interns. Candidates that have experience in project management, sanitary sewer, stormwater, water and wastewater system improvements, transportation, or land development, and possess excellent communication and time management skills, are encouraged to apply

What can we offer you for all your hard work?

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Paid vacation and sick time in accordance with City policies.
• Competitive pay.
• Employer-paid PERS contribution of 6%.
• Opportunity for voluntary pre-tax contributions to a 457b account.
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Voluntary long-term care.
• Employee wellness program.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee health clinic.
• Position schedule is Monday-Friday, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Our team follows a hybrid schedule working in-office 1457 23rd St. SE 3 days a week and remotely for the rest with manager approval. This is subject to change based on business needs.
• The City of Salem offers a comprehensive and equitable base salary within the listed range based on your experience, skills, and education. We encourage you to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes in your application materials. Learn more about Equal Pay.

What are the minimum qualifications?

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering or a related field, and twelve years of experience in a Civil Engineering or related field, or any combination of experience and training that demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities as listed, and ability to perform the essential job functions .
• Possession of Professional Civil Engineer License within the State of Oregon required within one year of appointment to the position.
• Pass the pre-employment background check.
• Possess an Oregon Driver license and a driving record that meets the City of Salem's driving standards.

About us:

Salem is the second largest city in Oregon and the capital city. Centrally located in the Willamette Valley, Salem is 49 square miles in size and extends across to counties, Marion and Polk. The community has well-established neighborhoods and carefully preserved historic buildings with wide diversity and a family-friendly ambiance. The city is home to nearly 180,000 residents. For a full community profile detailing demographics and housing statistics, visit the City of Salem website.

The City of Salem organization has eight primary departments: Community Services, Finance, Fire, Enterprise Services, Legal, Police, Public Works, and Community Planning and Development. Several departments also have functional divisions within their department. The City of Salem employs roughly 1,350 talented and dedicated staff members and works collaboratively with five labor unions.

The Public Works Department values employees and their professional development. If you are someone that takes pride in collaborating on innovative ideas, proactively responding to community needs, and being a good environmental and financial steward, we look forward to meeting you! The Public Works Department promotes a healthy work life balance, while maintaining the utmost dedication to the health, safety, and welfare of our community, including our team!

Where can I find out more about the positions?

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofsalem/jobs/5447966/engineering-program-manager-senior-project-manager-or-project-manager?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Applicants that meet the minimum qualifications as outlined above but not selected for this position may be placed on an eligibility list, and candidates may be hired from the list. Eligibility lists are valid for six months. The City will send email notifications to eligible candidates about potential hiring opportunities so please ensure your email settings accept our system generated email notifications.