Construction Project Manager

About the position

We are seeking two (2) Construction Project Managers to join our team! Are you an experienced Construction Project Manager with an understanding of project development, planning, capital maintenance, building renovations, and potentially tenant improvements? Are you passionate about delivering quality work on schedule and on budget? If so, we have two (2) exciting opportunities for you to join Multnomah County's Department of County Assets Facilities and Property Management Division (FPM) as a Construction Project Manager. The Facilities and Property Management Division manages over 3.1 million net square feet of owned and leased building space necessary for the efficient, safe and effective delivery of programs and services that support the residents of Multnomah County. The Capital Improvement team provides project services for building improvement projects for the County's portfolio of owned and leased buildings in over 130 buildings spread across the County. The Project Delivery Program provides responsive project delivery for major building systems replacements/upgrades and client-requested services in a wide range of facility types, including but not limited to: jails, health and dental clinics, libraries, courts, warehouses, shop spaces, an animal shelter, administrative offices, and shelters. These capital and maintenance projects are typically valued under $600,000, but occasionally may be valued up to several million dollars.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, and coordinate the construction of capital maintenance and building renovation projects for existing County facilities.
• Project development activities include project planning, writing scope of work descriptions, developing and managing project budget, developing/monitoring/controlling the project schedule, and overseeing consultant selection if necessary.
• Coordinate design of the projects with architects, consultants, and with FPM trade crews to ensure project documents are appropriately developed and are in alignment with Multnomah County specifications and requirements.
• Follow the public contracting rules, regulations, and County procedures.
• Prepare or direct preparation of project documents, specifications, bid invitations, contract letting, and change orders; review and recommend approval of contract payments.
• Construction management responsibilities include coordinating with FPM trade crews, reviewing change requests, monitoring and controlling project budget, monitoring and controlling project schedule, identifying and estimating cost and schedule impacts due to changes in design or owner requirements, coordinating building permit/inspections/sign offs, overseeing the mitigation of potential construction impacts (noise, dust, odors, access, etc.) to the programs and employees operating in the affected facility.
• Perform key liaison and project coordination functions with County departments.
• Proven experience in managing multiple projects at one time.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position (facilities construction/renovation project management, including design, construction management, contract procurement and related work).
• A bachelor's degree. In lieu of a degree, we will consider equivalent years (7 to 10 years) of qualifying training and/or experience.
• REQUIRED cover letter detailing how your experience and training qualifies you for this role, addresses why you are interested in this position, and demonstrates how your experience and skill set align with the minimum and preferred qualifications listed.
• This position requires a valid driver's license.
• Ability to pass a criminal records check, should a job offer be extended.

Nice-to-haves

• Project Management Certification (PMP) or other project management certification.
• Experience in building system projects (e.g., mechanical, electrical, envelope, etc.).
• Experience in commercial and/or government construction projects.
• Major coursework in project management, construction management, architecture, mechanical/structural engineering, or a related field.

Benefits

• Employer-funded retirement savings
• Health, vision and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs
• Focus on work-life balance
• Paid holidays
• Life insurance
• Long term disability insurance
• TriMet pass
• Employee assistance program