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Supervising Public Works Project Manager

San Bernardino County

Throughout San Bernardino County, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 8 Jul 2026

💰 $137,480/yr($99,760/yr – $137,480/yr)

About the role

Posting number: 26-16445-01

Department: Public Works

Job classification: Supervising Public Works Project Manager

Posting type: Open

Categories: Engineering, Public Works, Land Use, Project Management, Program Management

Summary

San Bernardino County Wants You To Join Our Team!

San Bernardino County Wants You To Join Our Team!

The Department of Public Works (DPW) is recruiting for a Supervising Public Works Project Manager that is responsible for managing public works programs and projects. Specifically, civil engineering projects, including but not limited to design, construction and operations. May oversee in-house or consultant/contractor groups and supervise a section of staff engaged in the major activities of public works and civil engineering projects. Positions oversee complex engineering projects or independently manage specialized engineering functions and related duties as required.

Projects may be related to various aspects of engineering related categories including flood control, solid waste management, transportation, land development, construction, and surveying. Responsibilities may include oversight in any/all of the following: development and construction of public works projects including improvement plans and specifications; contract development and management; inspections; map preparation; development of various engineering studies; support for related engineering functions; assigning and evaluating work; assisting in budget preparation and recommending expenditures; and representing the department at various meetings.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS!

To view job-specific benefits, refer to:

Summary of Benefits

Memoranda of Understanding (MOU)

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Employment Process: Incumbent must successfully complete a background check prior to appointment.

Travel: Travel to various sites throughout the County is required; a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be provided at time of hire. Mileage reimbursement is available.

Physical: This position includes the following demands: frequent sitting; occasional walking, standing, bending, and squatting; fine manipulation in both hands; continuously reach or work below the shoulder level; must frequently demonstrate near vision and occasionally demonstrate far vision; occasionally lift or carry ten (10) pounds or less; occasionally work near equipment and machinery on rough, uneven, rocky, or slippery surfaces; occasionally exposed to dust, gas, toxic materials, noise, and extremes in temperature and/or humidity; occasionally use protective equipment or clothing.

Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

Examples of duties

Candidates must meet ONE (1) of the following required options:

Option 1: Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business/Public Administration, or a closely related field.

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Experience: Five (5) years of experience performing engineering duties related to project management, which involved design, procurement and construction of public works projects or professional level business administration in a Public Works related field.

Applicants may use only one of the substitutions listed below.

Substitutions for Experience (Option 1 only):

Master’s degree in a related field for two (2) years of experience
Project or Program Management Professional certification for one (1) year of experience
Professional Engineer (PE) license or Licensed Land Surveyor (PLS) license for four (4) years of experience

Option 2: Experience: Eight (8) years of progressively responsib