Capital Improvement Project Manager II/III

Butte County•Oroville, CA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under general supervision (Capital Improvement Project Manager I) or direction (Capital Improvement Manager II/III), plans, analyzes, and manages capital improvement and construction projects, including alternative energy solutions from inception to completion; performs space assessments and financial and administrative studies related to capital improvement projects; negotiates, oversees, and administers subcontractor and consultant contracts; provides support services to departments on facility related issues; and performs related duties as assigned. This Classification is scheduled to receive a 5% COLA effective July 2027. This recruitment will be limited to the first 50 applicants. The recruitment will close upon receiving 50 applications. This recruitment is for Level II and Level III. The salary range for level II is $3,067.20 - $4,112.00 biweekly ($38.34 - $51.40 per hour). The salary rage for level III is $3,561.60 - $4,772.80 biweekly ($44.52 - $59.66 per hour). FLSA: Exempt. A training and experience evaluation may be utilized to determine an applicant's ranking among qualified candidates. Based upon information provided in this application including responses to supplemental questions, an applicant's education, training and experience (full-time equivalent) may be evaluated. Applicants should provide thoughtful and thorough responses to supplemental questions as they play an important role in this recruitment process. All qualifying work experience that is described or included in responses to supplemental questions MUST also be included and detailed in the "Work Experience" section of this application. "See Resume" is not an acceptable response for any supplemental question.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in construction management, facilities planning, engineering, business administration, construction technology, or a closely related field
Two (2) years of progressively complex construction project management and capital projects planning experience (for Level II).
Two (2) years of professional construction project management experience at a level equivalent to Capital Improvement Project Manager II (for Level III).
Must possess a valid US driver’s license upon date of application.
Must obtain California driver’s license following hire date per California DMV regulations.
Organization and management practices as applied to the development, analysis and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs of the assigned area of responsibility.
Principles and practices of leadership.
Administrative principles, practices, and methods including goal setting, program development, implementation and evaluation, policy and procedure development, quality control and work standards.
Principles and practices of contract administration, project management, budget development, capital improvement programs, capital project financing, design teams, and project delivery methods.
Principles and practices of engineering, architecture, construction, maintenance, and critical and essential infrastructures.
Principles and practices of public works and general contract code requirements.
Alternative energy technologies and utilities energy savings programs.
Methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in construction, remodeling, and repair of buildings.
Safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to facilities construction and modification.
Applicable federal, state, and local codes, ordinances, and regulations.
Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction to ensure teamwork is conducted smoothly.
Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and County staff.
The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.
Principles and practices of providing guidance and training to new staff.
Principles, practices, methods, and techniques of strategic communication and public speaking.
Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction to ensure project work is conducted smoothly.
Develop and implement goals, objectives, practices, policies, procedures, and work standards.
Provide administrative, management and professional leadership for the County’s Facilities Services and Capital Programs.
Perform complex project management work, including administration of the capital improvement program, and construction programs and projects.
Prepare and administer capital improvement budgets.
Analyze complex design, construction, and administrative problems; oversee technical and contractual arrangements.
Define projects, prepare requests for proposal, evaluate proposals, and negotiate terms, and manage and administer contracts after award.
Prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports, contracts, records, and correspondence, including a variety of written and computerized records and reports.
Effectively present technical, complex, and controversial information to the public.
Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures and standards relevant to work performed.
Effectively represent the department and the County in meetings with governmental agencies; community groups; various business, professional and regulatory organizations; and in meetings with individuals.
Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines and follow-up on assignments.
Use tact, initiative, prudence and independent judgment within general policy and procedural guidelines.
Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Responsibilities

Confers with County departments regarding budget requests for facility maintenance and improvements, space needs, and lease or prospective lease space.
Gathers and analyzes data and information affecting departmental space and facility needs; and conducts studies concerning suitability of existing and proposed buildings.
Prepares solicitation documents for construction projects; manages bid process including pre-bid conferences and walk-throughs; provides technical information in response to bidder inquiries; administers construction contracts, including managing project budgets and assists in the regulatory permitting process.
Confers with County departments in developing project requirements, drawings, and preliminary cost estimates for projects to be used in establishing guidelines for contract architects and engineers.
Maintains records, analyzes and prepares reports related to the evaluation of energy utilization and the short and long term planning and implementation of energy programs.
Consults with architects, civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineers, as required, to coordinate the preparation of plans and specifications for new buildings and miscellaneous construction projects for construction and bidding purposes.
Coordinates plan review by County building officials for building permits and coordinates with outside agencies, utilities, and others for ancillary needs for facility development.
Coordinates approvals of materials and shop drawings; reviews and recommends change orders and progress payments on construction projects; maintains project administration files.
Inspects or reviews work under construction to ensure that new construction and alteration work complies with plans, specifications, and codes.
Reviews and checks for accuracy the progress reports submitted by contractors.
Prepares a variety of written correspondence including cost estimates, project budgets, and operational correspondence; prepares or coordinates special research studies and comprehensive reports related to County building facilities.
Represents the department in meetings with elected officials, governmental or private sector organizations, and citizens’ groups.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Provides technical and functional direction to assigned staff; reviews and controls quality of work; and provides technical project support to County departments.
Trains employees in work principles, practices, methods, policies, procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, codes, and regulations.
Performs project management work of a specialized nature in support of assigned County capital improvement and facilities projects that are the most complex in size and budget.
Provide training and guidance to ensure that new staff perform work effectively.
Coordinate the planning and completion of large-scale capital improvement and facilities related projects.