Entry-Level Government Project Manager - Public Works

City of Stockton; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Stockton is seeking a Project Manager I in the Fire Department to plan, organize, and administer public works and CIP projects. The role may lead project teams and coordinate staff, with occasional evening and weekend work required.

Qualifications include a bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or public administration with one year of project leadership experience or an associate degree with three years of project leadership experience in government or engineering-related

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business or public administration, or closely related field; AND one year of project leadership experience in government or engineering-related projects.
• OR
• Associate degree/60 units in pre-engineering, business or public administration; AND three years of project leadership experience in government or engineering-related projects.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, administers, and coordinates the implementation of Public Works, Municipal Utilities, or other City projects.
• Plans, assigns, and reviews the work of technical and professional team members; participates in staff selection for project teams.
• Facilitates project team meetings.
• Prepares a variety of periodic progress and special reports related to projects and activities.
• Negotiates with developers and property owners for acquisition and disposition of property and improvements; may draft contract language and performance specifications.
• Represents the City in meetings with government agencies, professionals, businesses, and the public.
• Assists in preparing budgets for Capital Improvement Projects.
• Reviews cost estimates, interprets plans and specifications for contractors, and determines contractual compliance.
• Interprets and administers applicable ordinances relating to project requirements.
• Responds to questions or complaints related to project activities or policy.
• Conducts contract bid openings for Public Works projects, including review and approval of bid documentation.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Project leadership

Budgeting basics

Team leadership

Contract administration

Public works

Communication

Regulations compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/business/public administration

Associate degree or 60 semester units in related field

Job description

The City of Stockton is seeking a Project Manager I in the Fire Department to plan, organize, and administer public works and CIP projects. The role may lead project teams and coordinate staff, with occasional evening and weekend work required.

Qualifications include a bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or public administration with one year of project leadership experience or an associate degree with three years of project leadership experience in government or engineering-related