Senior Capital Project Manager

County of Sonoma (CA)•Santa Rosa, CA

35d•$175,213•Hybrid

About The Position

Acting as a senior member of the SPI management team, the Senior Capital Project Manager (SCPM) provides overall supervision of the Capital Projects team responsible for new and ongoing projects. As the division lead, the Senior Capital Projects Manager also supports County Administration through management of the Capital Improvement Plan, managing the capital project budgets, professional services agreements, and major construction contracts, and advising the Deputy Director on strategic goals and the long-term vision for the team. The SCPM ensures capital improvement projects are delivered on time, on budget, and meet customers' satisfaction. Supporting the SCPM in these efforts is one Capital Project Manager (CPM) and the Capital Projects Team, who is responsible for managing projects at the Main Adult Detention Facility, Sheriff's Office, District Attorney, Public Defender, and Probation, as well as all other County facilities. The SCPM is familiar with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards and practices, and applies them as required. In addition to providing leadership for the Capital Projects Unit, the SCPM is responsible for directly managing the most complex design and construction projects. As our next SCPM, you will bring to the position your strong leadership and mentorship skills, dedication, and desire to improve the built environment and embrace the County Board of Supervisors' goals of sustainability, energy independence, social equity, and greenhouse gas reductions, and a solution-oriented mindset directed at overcoming complex building challenges. You will also bring your proven capital project management experience, as well as experience and knowledge in many of the following areas: Public Contract Code, including references to Uniform Building Code and National Fire Protection Association Americans with Disabilities Act Principles of energy efficiency, sustainability and carbon reduction strategies Practices in Historic Preservation and Cultural Resources Government capital building policies and procedures Computer aided design and drafting Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Project

Requirements

To be considered for this position, possession of a current, valid certificate of registration as an Architect or Engineer issued by the State of California, or a Certified Construction Manager credential accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and issued by the Construction Management Association of America's (CMAA) Construction Management Institute is required at time of application submission.
Any combination of education, training, and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, this would include graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in architecture, engineering, or construction management and five years of experience as a professional architect, engineer, or construction manager with increasing responsibility for managing major commercial, institutional, and industrial design and construction projects including facility planning, preparation of cost estimates, and schedules, budget and schedule management, and the preparation or management of the preparation of construction plans and specifications, bidding management, and construction management as well as experience with lead or general supervision of subordinate staff would provide such opportunity.
Possession of a current, valid certificate of registration as an Architect or Engineer issued by the State of California, or possession of a Certified Construction Manager credential accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) certification and issued by Construction Management Association of America's (CMAA) Construction Management Institute.
Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment, to perform the essential job functions of the position.
Considerable knowledge of: facility planning; architectural design, details, and standards; the principles and practices of civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering and landscape design; construction methods and materials; laws, ordinances, and codes concerning building design and construction; including the Americans with Disabilities Act; contract negotiation and administration relative to facility projects; preparation of cost estimates, budget, and schedule management; ; project management theory, practice, and procedures; construction administration.
Knowledge of: Public Contract Code and other laws relative to public sector construction; construction document preparation and specification writing; architectural theory, practices, and procedures; modern management practices; staff management, and supervision; computer word processing, spreadsheet, project management, and other software programs.
Ability to: deal effectively with professional engineers and architects, County departments, elected officials, consultants, contractors, and others involved in facility design, bidding, and construction; work constructively with people individually and in groups; read and correctly interpret building plans and specifications; make sound judgments based on research and analysis; plan and organize work activities and direct the work of others; apply professional techniques and methods to the solution of practical design and construction problems; prepare and present various reports both orally and in writing; make mathematical calculations; analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action; develop long range plans and programs which are in conformance with related County projects and policies; evaluate employee performance to identify achievements and areas needing improvement; effectively work with subordinate staff to successfully complete projects on time and within budget; manage multiple projects at the same time under pressure.

Nice To Haves

A Master's degree in a related field and experience with project management for a mid-size public agency are desirable.

Responsibilities

Supervising and leading staff to optimize team dynamics to build a motivated and high performing team, including performance management, assignment of projects, and balancing workloads through the consideration of staff strengths and areas of expertise
Monitoring required levels of productivity for reimbursable staff
Advising staff of potential risks to execution and when to take corrective action
Ensuring projects comply with applicable laws, codes, regulations, and policies
Providing consultation on design and construction issues, accessibility standards, means and methods of construction, cost estimating, contract management, and procurement processes
Recommending and implementing process improvements to project management

Benefits

Hybrid Telework - A schedule that meets the needs of our staff, department operations, and the communities we serve may be available depending on the assignment
Salary Advancement - A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range
Paid Time Off - Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year
Staff Development/Wellness - Annual benefit allowances of up to $2,000 and ongoing education/training opportunities
County Paid Health Premium Contributions - 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options
Post-Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement - County contributions to help fund post-retirement health insurance/benefits
Retirement - A pension fully integrated with Social Security
Incentive Retirement Savings Plan (IRSP) and 457 Voluntary Deferred Compensation - 3% of salary County contribution to a 401(a), in addition to the County matching up to 1% of base salary in 401(a), based upon employee contribution
Paid Parental Leave - May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of County employment
Additional Benefits: Excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, professional development, and more
Student Loan Debt Relief - County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education