The Department of Public Works has an immediate opening for a Project Manager within the Department’s Water Utilities Division. The Water Utilities Division is responsible for the water supply management, operation, maintenance, and capital improvements for our water utility systems, including two water treatment plants, four retail water distribution systems, three water supply dams and reservoirs, and four wholesale water distribution systems.
The Water Utilities Division is seeking a Project Manager to assist and support projects and programs related to water system operations, water treatment, water distribution and reservoir operations. The Project Manager will be assigned to the team involved in managing water supplies in coordination with stakeholders to identify opportunities, develop and implement water supply transfers as needed to maximize the beneficial use of available water resources from the District’s wholesale water systems.
The Water Utilities Division operates and oversees the District’s Nacimiento Water Project and State Water Project wholesale water systems. The Project Manager will support the ongoing work to develop and implement the water management supply program and partnerships. Work efforts will include supply alternatives and feasibility analysis, financial analysis, negotiations, public engagement, contract development and administration.
(Not in order of importance)
- Prepares project initiation documents and reports and manage capital improvement and maintenance projects process from concept through project close-out;
- Develops and schedules project development and steering committee meetings; creates agendas; provides updates and reports on project status and responds to inquiries and action items;
- Prepares construction drawings and specifications or directs consultants and reviews consultant prepared documents;
- Performs technical computations and critical thinking decision making;
- Creates project development and construction cost estimates for a wide variety of projects and delivery methods;
- Coordinates preparation of construction contract documents and administers public bidding, including responding to RFI's, preparation of addenda, evaluation of bid results, and recommendation for award;
- Assists Construction Manager / Resident Engineer during construction of projects;
- Analyzes problems, makes viable and sound technical recommendations, and ensures design features are Coordinates with environmental planning staff to facilitate preparation of environmental documentation and environmental permit processing;
- Ensures compliance with storm water run-off requirements and energy guidelines;
- Communicates with stakeholders by providing regular project status updates; engages with consultants by conducting regular meetings, routine communication and clarifying progress steps;
- Obtains final review of construction documentation by ensuring work is compliant with codes and ADA regulations; review drawings, cost estimates, specifications and finish materials; conducts final review with customer, administration, maintenance and parks; ensures that all permit applications have been submitted and develops plan check corrections;
- Tracks project issues, coordinates problem solving, conflict resolution, and performs follow-up to ensure issues are resolved and properly communicated;
- Manages vendors and contractors to ensure they are performing to their statement of work before they are authorized for payment; manages change requests and vendor invoices; conducts site visits; develops punch lists and verifies completion of as-built drawings;
- Performs contract negotiations and updates to agreements; closes out project by processing notice of completion to consultants and processes any requests for final payment;
- May train or mentor others in project management, such as answering questions and/or performing analysis/audits of projects or vendor proposals.
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For more information regarding the Public Works Department, please visit our website atPublic Works - County of San Luis Obispo.Knowledge of:- Principles, practices and techniques used in managing capital and maintenance projects.
- Building and/or infrastructure materials and construction methods;
- Architectural and/or Civil Engineering planning and design practices;
- Mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural, and Civil Engineering;
- Construction cost estimates;
- Codes applicable to alterations and construction of public buildings;
- Program development and management;
- Project management software such as Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office applications such as Word and Excel, the Internet and other related computer applications such as Autocad;
- Administrative procedures and methods;
- Public bid process and contract negotiation;
- Principles and practices of technical problem solving;
- Public Works Department's strategic direction and goals.
Ability to:- Plan, organize, prioritize and manage capital improvement projects;
- Review detailed plans and specifications;
- Prepare contract documents for construction and remodeling;
- Prepare cost estimates;
- Analyze space requirements and utility impacts;
- Provide project direction and train project staff;
- Manage resources within budget and policy parameters;
- Recognize and resolve problems, develop recommendations and solutions;
- Effectively facilitate meetings, create and deliver presentations and build consensus
- Work effectively in a dynamic, changing environment;
- Negotiate and influence mutually beneficial project objectives;
- Work effectively with others including those of diverse perspectives; possess strong interpersonal skills such as listening, speaking, advisory, mediation, reconciliation and consensus building;
- Maintain positive working relationships;
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with resources managers, customers, vendors, peers, subordinates, other government agencies and the public;
- Foster a spirit of teamwork and advocacy when meeting with staff and members of departments;
- Travel to off-site meetings and project locations;
- Maintain a safe and orderly work area.
Education and Experience
A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualifying education and experience includes:
Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor of Science degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, City & Regional Planning, Organizational Leadership or a related field.
AND;
Either A: Four (4) years of experience in building or infrastructure design and/or construction management that included at least one year of project management, OR B: Two (2) years of experience performing duties equivalent to a Projects Manager II.
Licenses and CertificatesA valid driver's license is required at the time of application. A valid CALIFORNIA driver's license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI) is desired. Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. To apply for this position, click "apply" at the top of this page.
Most Countyrecruitmentsrequire you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at
hr@co.slo.ca.us. Confidential inquiries are welcomed.For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at
www.slocounty.ca.gov.
