Senior Capital Facilities Project Manager

Posting number: NEHA-2026A

Department: Public Works

Job classification: Senior Capital Facilities Project Manager

Posting type: Open

Categories: Building & Safety, Engineering, Planning and Development, Public Works, Trades, Management, Maintenance, Community Development, Project Management

Summary

The Public Works Department provides for the construction, maintenance, and improvement of infrastructure within the unincorporated area of Contra Costa County and the Flood Control District, as well as county buildings and grounds. Capital Projects, a division of Public Works, manages complex and intriguing architectural & engineering projects for County departments, including planning, designing, bidding, and construction management.

Bargaining Unit: Local 21 - Supervisory Management 

Why join the Contra Costa Public Works Department?

The Contra Costa County Facilities Services Division in the Public Works Department is seeking a qualified individual to fill a Senior Capital Facilities Project Manager position located in Martinez, California. This position will oversee the Minor Capital Projects group in the division and, under general direction, will be responsible for the management of the County’s delivery of minor capital projects. 

This position requires an extensive project management background and will play a key role in managing the Divisions Job Order Contracting (JOC) program, coordinating projects across the Division’s trade groups, assisting in daily operations, and training and developing other project managers within the Division. All interested and qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

The Public Works Department provides for the construction, maintenance, and improvement of infrastructure within the unincorporated area of Contra Costa County and the Flood Control District, as well as county buildings and grounds. Facilities Services, a division of Public Works, provides maintenance, repair, and minor capital project services for County buildings and facilities, both owned and leased.

The Contra County Public Works Department (CCCPWD) is responsible for the maintenance and operation of over 650 miles of roads, 79 miles of streams and channels, and over 150 County buildings. CCCPWD services include parks and recreation, sandbag distribution, flood control, road and facilities maintenance, and storm water management. CCCPWD operates two airports, Buchanan Field Airport in Concord, and Byron Airport in Byron. CCCPWD strives for continuous improvement to deliver cost effective, safe reliable and sustainable projects, programs, and quality services.

 
We are looking for someone who is:

• Proficient with their management skills, with a clear understanding of the design and construction process
• An effective communicator, someone who comes to work with a positive attitude and is a team player
• Customer-focused, with strong attention to detail
• Able to demonstrate a high degree of ethics, integrity, and credibility
• Able to manage multiple projects and communicate with key stakeholders
• A strategic thinker that values input and contributions by team members

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Developing, planning, scheduling, and executing Capital Projects throughout the County
• Supervising subordinate staff, offering opportunities to train and evaluate their performance
• Ensuring change orders and payments follow county policies, guidelines, and procedures
• Informing various parties about project statuses, including frequent communication with the Division Manager
• Managing project budgets and schedules through completion, ensuring work is completed timely and within budget
• Ensuring projects are properly closed out at the completion

A few reasons you might love this job:

• You will have a flexible work schedule with a good work/life balance
• You will have a role that is both creative and analytical
• You will have the satisfaction of knowing that your work impacts your community and the well-being of the county
• You will be working for a Division/Department that is known for employee satisfaction and camaraderie

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• You will be expected to balance multiple projects, priorities, and demands
• User departments can change scope, schedule, and budgets. Such demands require flexibility and critical thinking
• Local government procurement processes and procedures could present challenges
• Balancing constraints from code enforcement officials and utility companies

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