Facilities Project Manager - Public Works

City of Oxnard; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Oxnard’s Public Works Department is seeking a Facilities Project Manager to join the Facilities Division. The role focuses on overseeing capital improvement projects, coordinating with consultants and staff, and ensuring timely delivery within budget and scope.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least two years of municipal project management experience, with strong English communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, public administration, architecture, project management, construction management, or a directly related field.
• Two (2) years of experience required, preferably within municipal public works engineering project management and/or engineering.
• A valid unrestricted Class C license may be required, depending on position.
• Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and planning of smaller and mid-sized departmental capital improvement projects.
• Analyze architectural, engineering, urban design, environmental, and economic aspects of project development.
• Coordinating the implementation of construction and departmental capital improvement projects.
• Collaborating with consultants, community groups, staff, architects, engineers, contractors, and inspectors.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Budgeting

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field

Job description

The City of Oxnard's Public Works Department is seeking a Facilities Project Manager to join the Facilities Division!

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Oversee development and planning of smaller and mid-sized departmental capital improvement projects.

• Analyze architectural, engineering, urban design, environmental, and economic aspects of project development.

• Coordinating the implementation of construction and departmental capital improvement projects.

• Collaborating with consultants, community groups, staff, architects, engineers, contractors, and inspectors.

PAYROLL/CLASSIFICATION TITLE:

Construction Project Manager

SUPERVISION EXERCISED / SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Receives general supervision and is expected to prioritize work to meet deadlines and to keep the supervisor informed of issues that would impact achievement of a deadline, organizational policy or procedure, or in consideration of risk management.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This classification is distinguished from the next higher level of Construction Project Manager, Senior in that the Construction Project Manager, Senior is a mid-management position and is responsible for the substantial administration of assigned Capital Improvement Projects.

WORK SCHEDULE:

The normal work week is Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM and alternating Fridays, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. This position may be required to be available to work additional hours as needed to respond to workload needs. The City does not offer hybrid or remote work.

This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.

• Reviews construction documents for discrepancies and performs overall project analysis; makes recommendations based on findings.

• Prepares RFQ's and RFP's and selects professional consultants.

• Negotiates and administers contracts.

• Schedules construction work design, arranges inspections, and coordinates work with the project development team.

• Prepares and manages project budgets and schedules, and reviews the work of professional and technical consultants and contractors.

• Serves as liaison between project staff, City departments, outside public agencies, consultants, contractors, and the community.

• Prepares comprehensive written and oral reports and makes recommendations for presentation to department management, other public agencies, and community groups.

• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

The following are the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into each classification:

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, public administration, architecture, project management, construction management, or a directly related field.

EXPERIENCE:

• Two (2) years of experience required, preferably within the context of municipal public works engineering project management and/or engineering.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATE:

• A valid unrestricted Class C license may be required, depending on position

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs online application.

• Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required.

• Upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript), or other requested documents.

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.

The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time, part-time, and temporary assignments. The eligibility list established from this recruitment is to fill this position only. There is currently one (1) full-time vacancy within the Public Works Department, Facilities Division.

Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough reference check and background investigation. Some positions that work with or have access to the Police Department may require a polygraph exam. Select positions may require candidates to undergo a pre-employment medical and/or psychological evaluation.

UNION MEMBERSHIP:

Positions in this classification are represented by the Oxnard Mid Manager's Association (OMMA).

NOTE:

For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with ongoing work.

Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.

Employees are required to participate in the City's direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.

This position requires a 12-month probationary period.

Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.

This position is not governed by the overtime provisions of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.

If a candidate accepts a conditional job offer with the City of Oxnard, any and all pending applications for active recruitments with the City of Oxnard will be withdrawn and no longer considered.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:

The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability, or sexual orientation.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodations for individuals/people with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing within three business days of your scheduled interview or exam date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required

LEGAL REQUIREMENT:

On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS. 888-897-7781 dhs.gov/e-verify

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Susie Morales at [e-mail].

NOTE:

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.