Public Works Project Manager: Capital Improvements

City of Chico; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Chico seeks an experienced engineer to manage a variety of public works capital improvement projects from planning through construction. You will coordinate with City departments, developers, and outside agencies to ensure projects meet schedules, budgets, and standards.

The role requires oversight of design reviews, cost estimates, and consultant contracts, with hands-on field inspections and strong leadership to drive safety, quality, and community benefits.

Qualifications

• Plans, organizes, and manages capital improvement projects.
• Reviews engineering designs, cost estimates, and schedules.
• Supervises consulting contracts and project budgets.
• Coordinates with departments, developers, and agencies.

Responsibilities

• Serves as project manager for public works CIP projects including construction administration and master plan developments.
• Prepares/reviews preliminary and final engineering plans, cost estimates, specifications, and schedules.
• Administers contracts for engineering services and consulting, directing consultant work and selection.
• Oversees planning, construction, and close-out phases to ensure compliance with City standards.
• Assists in bid document preparation, proposals, and contract negotiations.
• Monitors project budgets, expenditures, and forecasts funds for project implementation.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Engineering principles

Public works

Contract administration

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Job description

City of Chico seeks an experienced engineer to manage a variety of public works capital improvement projects from planning through construction. You will coordinate with City departments, developers, and outside agencies to ensure projects meet schedules, budgets, and standards.

The role requires oversight of design reviews, cost estimates, and consultant contracts, with hands-on field inspections and strong leadership to drive safety, quality, and community benefits.