Project Manager*

San Bernardino County; San Bernardino (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Benefits

Non-Represented Employee Compensation

Modified Benefits Option (MBO)

Job summary

San Bernardino County seeks an experienced Special Districts Project Manager to oversee design and construction on building facilities, roads, and water-related systems. You will review proposals, assess contractor estimates, and ensure documents are complete and accurate.

You will administer design/construction contracts, manage schedules, negotiate changes, and provide technical guidance to deliver projects safely and on time within approved plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction, Project Management, or closely related field; two (2) years of professional experience managing medium-large capital improvement projects including design, procurement and construction.
• Thirty (30) semester units related to engineering/construction/project management; four (4) years of professional experience with responsibility for managing medium-large capital improvement projects.
• EIT Certification combined with Civil Engineering degree and one (1) year of relevant project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Review project concept proposals, cost estimates from contractors, architectural and engineering drawings and construction documents for completeness and accuracy.
• Administer and manage design and construction contracts, including request for proposals, estimating expenses, determining/adhering to schedules, negotiating agreements and change orders, assuring compliance with building inspections, and acting as technical advisor to ensure projects are completed safely, timely and within project documents.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction, Project Management, or closely related field

Thirty (30) semester (45 quarter) units of coursework directly related to engineering, construction, and/or project management

Certification: EIT Certification AND Education: Bachelor's in Civil Engineering AND Experience: One (1) year of professional experience with responsibility for managing medium-large capital improvement projects, and which involved design, procurement and construction of infrastructure facilities, buildings and equipment

Job description

Join Our Team!

Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time without notice.

The Department of Public Works - Special Districts, Project Management Division has a unique position for an experienced Project Manager* for design and construction projects needing hands‑on oversight of improvements, upgrades, and new construction of building facilities, roads, related water and wastewater systems. Responsibilities include reviewing project concept proposals, cost estimate from contractors, architectural and engineering drawings and construction documents for completeness and accuracy. This position administers and manages design and construction contracts, including request for proposals, estimating expenses, determining/adhering to schedules, negotiating agreements and change orders, assuring compliances with buildings and inspections, and acting as technical advisor to ensure projects are completed safely, timely and within project documents.

Official Job Title: Special Districts Project Manager

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

• Summary ofBenefits


• Non-Represented Employee Compensation Plan


• Modified Benefits Option (MBO) that provides a wage differential.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Physical: Frequent sitting, walking, standing, bending, and squatting. Requires fine manipulation in both hands. Occasionally lift and carry 10 to 50 pounds.


• Pre-Employment Process: Incumbent must successfully complete a background check prior to appointment.


• Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required. Employees may be required to make provisions for transportation. Department vehicle will be provided as needed and when available. At the time of hire, the individual providing the transportation must provide a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance.


• Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

Eligibility Options

• Option 1: Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction, Project Management, or closely related field. Experience: Two (2) years of professional experience with responsibility for managing medium-large capital improvement projects, and which involved design, procurement and construction of infrastructure facilities, buildings and equipment.


• Option 2: Education: Thirty (30) semester (45 quarter) units of coursework directly related to engineering, construction, and/or project management. Experience: Four (4) years of professional experience with responsibility for managing medium-large capital improvement projects, and which involved design, procurement and construction of infrastructure facilities, buildings and equipment.


• Option 3: Certification: EIT Certification AND Education: Bachelor's in Civil Engineering AND Experience: One (1) year of professional experience with responsibility for managing medium-large capital improvement projects, and which involved design, procurement and construction of infrastructure facilities, buildings and equipment.

Possession of a Construction Management or Engineering degree with an understanding of the varied environments and conditions common to San Bernardino County is ideal. The prepared candidate will possess related experience with municipal agencies which manage water, sewer, road, and other similar services. Related experience with California Public Contract Code (PCC) is also desired.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review project concept proposals, cost estimates from contractors, architectural and engineering drawings and construction documents for completeness and accuracy.


• Administer and manage design and construction contracts, including request for proposals, estimating expenses, determining/adhering to schedules, negotiating agreements and change orders, assuring compliance with building inspections, and acting as technical advisor to ensure projects are completed safely, timely and within project documents.

San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy.