Project Manager I

Beaufort County South Carolina; Beaufort (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Beaufort County in South Carolina is seeking a Project Manager to oversee capital and facility projects from planning through occupancy and warranty, ensuring delivery on time and within budget while coordinating with counties departments, developers, and contractors.

The role requires independent work, regular updates, and travel to project sites. Proficiency in Excel and MS Word is expected; PMP certification is preferred and a valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree, or equivalent with PMP within 18 months of hire.
• Minimum 6 months to 1 year of relevant experience.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Valid state driver’s license with acceptable driving history.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate capital and facility projects from planning through completion.
• Monitor scope, budget, timelines, and contractor performance.
• Act as liaison between county departments, developers, contractors and the public.
• Provide regular performance feedback and staff development for direct reports.
• Input and maintain data in systems to generate required reports.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Vendor coordination

Contract administration

Data reporting

Public bidding

Education

Associate's degree

PMP certification

Driver's license

Tools

Smartsheet

ClearGov

Munis

Excel

MS Word

Job description

The purpose of this position is to oversee assigned capital and facility projects from initial planning through design, construction, occupancy, and the warranty phase. This includes managing complex construction and renovation projects, as well as other initiatives as directed. The role functions independently with minimal supervision and provides regular updates on key activities through scheduled meetings.

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Leads and coordinates capital and facility projects from planning through completion using project management tools such as Smartsheet, ClearGov, and Munis. Responsibilities include managing budgets, financials, change orders, vendor coordination, contracts, and the public bidding process.
• Ensures compliance with scope, budget, and timelines; monitors contractor performance; and addresses issues that arise during project execution.
• Acts as liaison between County departments, developers, contractors and the public relating to engineering and construction projects; determines nature and extent of work; coordinates petition process involving property owners as part of project approval.
• Conducts regular evaluations to assess performance, provide feedback, and support professional development of direct reports.
• Inputs and maintains accurate data in computer systems to generate reports required for internal use and state-level submission.
• Supports the development of annual budgets and capital plans using Excel and MS Word, ensuring financial accuracy and alignment with departmental goals.
• Regularly travels to project sites for inspections and attends meetings with contractors, stakeholders, and internal teams to ensure effective communication and project alignment.
• Safely operates equipment such as backhoes, forklifts, dump trucks, and tractor mowers as needed to support project and facility operations.
• May participate in assessments related to facility use or renovation impacts, including limited interaction with vendors and stakeholders.
• Verifies and reconciles financial transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.
• Performs related work as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Associate’s degree preferred, along with additional formal training, specialized coursework, or self-directed education equivalent to at least one year of college or advanced vocational/technical training coupled with the completion of PMP certification within 18 months after hire.
• Requires a minimum of six months to one year of relevant experience.
• Project Management Professional Certification, preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

All applicants tentatively selected for a position with Beaufort County Council will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for the illegal use of drugs and to a background check prior to appointment. Employment is contingent upon clearing both the drug screening and background investigation.