Municipal Project Manager — Infrastructure & Community Impact

County of Tulare; Tulare (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Tulare in Tulare, CA seeks a Project Manager to oversee transportation, water, and civic facility projects. You will lead cross‑functional teams, manage budgets and schedules, and act as the city’s liaison with developers, regulators, and the public.

The ideal candidate knows PMBOK, public works contract administration, and grant management for state and federal funds. You will mentor staff, report to City leadership, and help advance modernization across the community.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of PMBOK and project management processes.
• Public works contract administration experience.
• Experience with grant funding and cost accounting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee complex municipal projects from inception to close-out.
• Lead and mentor project management staff across City departments.
• Interact with developers, regulators, and the public to communicate project status and impacts.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and risk, ensuring compliance with grants.

Skills

PMBOK Knowledge

Public works

Contract administration

Budget management

Grant management

Public liaison

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, public administration, or related field

Tools

Project management software

MS Office

Job description

County of Tulare in Tulare, CA seeks a Project Manager to oversee transportation, water, and civic facility projects. You will lead cross‑functional teams, manage budgets and schedules, and act as the city’s liaison with developers, regulators, and the public.

The ideal candidate knows PMBOK, public works contract administration, and grant management for state and federal funds. You will mentor staff, report to City leadership, and help advance modernization across the community.