Public Works Project Manager

City of Cupertino•Cupertino, CA

About The Position

The City of Cupertino is seeking a Public Works Project Manager to join its Capital Improvement Programs team. Working closely with the Capital Improvement Programs Manager and Senior Civil Engineer, this role manages high-profile projects that enhance the City's infrastructure, parks, facilities, and public spaces. The position leads projects from concept through construction and works with residents, consultants, contractors, elected officials, City staff, and other stakeholders. The role plans, coordinates, and delivers capital improvement projects from initiation through construction and closeout. Projects may involve public facilities, parks, streets, utilities, and other City assets. The position also leads public outreach, represents projects to community members and public bodies, administers professional service agreements and construction-related contracts, and prepares project and budget documentation. A bachelor's degree in a relevant field and qualifying professional experience are typical qualifications. A valid California driver's license is required at appointment and throughout employment. A Professional Engineering or Architectural License is desirable but not required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience demonstrating the required knowledge and abilities.
Three years of progressively responsible professional experience involving design, construction, or delivery of public infrastructure projects, including at least two years of project management responsibility.
Possession of a valid California Driver's License at the time of appointment and throughout employment.
Knowledge of project management and capital project delivery principles and practices.
Knowledge of public contracting and procurement practices.
Knowledge of budget development, monitoring, and cost control.
Knowledge of contract negotiation and administration.
Knowledge of community engagement and stakeholder communication.
Knowledge of general principles of civil engineering, construction, architecture, landscape architecture, and environmental permitting.
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and competing priorities.
Ability to prepare and administer project budgets, schedules, and contracts.
Ability to analyze complex technical and administrative issues and develop practical solutions.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with employees, consultants, public agencies, and community members.
Ability to deliver presentations and facilitate meetings with diverse stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Experience with public works capital improvement projects, including facilities, parks, storm drainage, transportation, or utility improvements.
Experience with community engagement and public outreach.
Experience with consultant procurement and management.
Experience with design and construction project delivery.
Possession of a Professional Engineering or Architectural License is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and deliver capital improvement projects from initiation through construction and closeout.
Manage capital improvement projects involving public facilities, parks, streets, utilities, and other City assets.
Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and implementation strategies.
Monitor project progress and ensure delivery on schedule and within budget.
Identify project risks and develop solutions to maintain quality, cost, and schedule objectives.
Procure, negotiate, and manage professional service agreements.
Direct consultants, designers, contractors, and other project partners.
Administer contracts, change orders, payments, and project closeout activities.
Lead public outreach and represent projects to residents, businesses, community organizations, advisory bodies, and regulatory agencies.
Present project information to the City Council, commissions, and community groups.
Prepare staff reports, project documentation, budget requests, and technical reports.
Interpret and apply applicable codes, regulations, and public contracting requirements.
Coordinate with internal departments and external agencies to support project delivery.
Perform related duties as assigned.