Capital Project Manager Jobs

Description

The Port of San Diego’s Engineering-Construction Department is seeking Capital Project Managers to help transform the waterfront. Positions are available in the Design and Construction Divisions. If you have ever thought of taking your Engineering/Construction project management skills to the waterfront, this is your chance. Apply now!

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under general direction, plans, organizes, oversees and coordinates capital improvement and major maintenance projects from conceptual initiation through construction closeout. Projects may range from small and mid-size projects to multidisciplinary, multiphase projects. Performs related duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This class is distinguished from the Associate Engineer class in that it is responsible for larger, more complex and sensitive projects requiring significantly greater project management knowledge and experience. Capital Project Manager may also supervise the work and activities of support staff.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

• Identifies and recommends corrective actions when project progress is delayed or budgets exceeded.
• Plans, organizes, supervises and evaluates the work of support staff.
• Coordinates the preparation and processing of all necessary regulatory approvals and permits to implement projects.
• Monitors and approves payments to project contractors and consultants.
• Monitors and enforces all contractual terms, obligations and requirements.
• Coordinates and integrates multi-phase design, development and construction projects with various regional, state or federal jurisdictions, as well as with special-interest groups, other stakeholders and the public.
• Prepares requests for proposals for outside services; manages the consultant selection process; negotiates contracts; plans, schedules and directs the work of consultant teams in preliminary engineering, engineering design and construction services; reviews engineering reports and specifications; coordinates work with the construction inspection staff, project engineer and the contractor during construction.
• Ensures assigned project compliance with federal, state and local laws, regulations and policies.
• Provides "as built" and warranty information to appropriate District departments.
• Develops detailed reports, memoranda, letters and other documents regarding project issues for both internal and external distribution; works with engineers, architects and construction contractors regarding normal and unusual project problems and phases; ensures the maintenance of detailed records of project activities, findings, progress and results; may supervise the work of other professional and technical staff assigned to a project team.
• Prepares and makes presentations before client departments, interested groups, various commissions and the District's governing board.
• For assigned projects, plans and manages all aspects of project design, development and implementation including technical research/analysis, funding and cost analyses, scheduling, public involvement, project budgeting, project performance and results.

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Techniques, equipment and materials used in public works construction and major maintenance.
• Information technology and computer capabilities applicable to functional responsibilities.
• Federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations regarding public works construction and maintenance.
• Trends, approaches, analysis and problem-solving techniques used in construction, engineering, inspec¬tion and compliance processes.
• Capital construction project management principles, processes, systems and techniques.
• Principles and practices of civil engineering design and construction and infrastructure maintenance.
• Modern methods of construction and engineering and/or architectural design concepts.
• Operations and uses of engineering project scheduling software.
• Capital construction and maintenance project funding and budgeting, objective development and work planning/sche¬duling.
• Principles and practices of team leadership.
• Methods and techniques of community involvement, decision-making processes and group processes.

Ability To

• Develop persuasive oral presentations of ideas and recommendations.
• Analyze technical design engineering, construction engineering and surveying problems.
• Understand and apply complex rules, regulations, laws and ordinances.
• Interact effectively to problem-solve and partner with internal and outside agencies and contractors.
• Exercise sound, independent judgment and initiative within established guidelines.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse workforce, including managers, employees, contractors, consultants and other encountered in the course of work.
• Provide leadership and project management control on all aspects of assigned projects.
• Prepare, administer and monitor multiple and detailed project budgets and anticipate future budgetary needs.
• Evaluate alternative project approaches and adopt effective solutions.
• Plan, organize, assign, coordinate, review and evaluate the work of professional, technical, consultant and administrative support staff.
• Prepare accurate and detailed written material, including staff and administrative reports.
• Analyze policies, proposed code amendments and changes to established programs and policies.

Minimum Requirements

Education, Training and Experience:

Graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in construction management, civil engineering, construction management, public administration or a related field; and six years of professional experience managing increasingly complex capital design and construction projects. Time served as a District Intern will count towards the years of experience.

Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:

A current, valid California Class C driver's license at time of appointment and maintained at all times thereafter in order to operate a vehicle on District business.

Registration as a professional engineer or architect with the California State Licensing Board is required.

Possession of a Qualified Stormwater Developer (QSD)/Qualified Stormwater Practitioner (QSP) is highly desirable.

Possession of a Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certificate from the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) is highly desirable.

California Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Pull Notice System: An incumbent in this position will be enrolled in the California DMV Pull Notice Program. The pull notice program provides information on the incumbent’s driving record and Driver License status on a periodic basis to the San Diego Unified Port District. An employee assigned a District vehicle must acknowledge receipt and understanding of District Administrative Procedures covering the use of District vehicles.

This position may be subject to a pre-employment background check. The District will conduct a California Department of Justice/FBI fingerprint and criminal history check; felony convictions may be disqualifying. Misdemeanor convictions may be disqualifying depending on type, number, severity, and how recently they occurred. Criminal arrests and convictions during employment may result in termination or limitation in job duties if reasonable can be made.