Limited Duration Capital Improvement Project Manager

This is a limited-duration opportunity with a projected end date of December 31, 2026.

Washington County's Facilities, Fleet, and Parks Department is seeking an experienced Project Manager for their Capital Projects Team to help advance Washington County's strategic goals and serve our diverse community. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to manage a wide variety of public works projects to add to their professional portfolio, including small renovations of existing space, largescale HVAC upgrades and high-profile multi-million-dollar new builds.

This position is part of a five-person team working under the general direction of the Senior Capital Improvements Project Manager.  They manage assigned facility capital improvement projects from point of client conception through project completion. Specific duties include:

• Develop plans, schedules, and cost estimates for capital improvement projects following established County technical design standards using Procore Construction Management Software and Revit.
• Prepare requests for proposals and lead the consultant/construction management selection process.
• Plan, schedule, and direct the work of consultant teams in architecture, engineering, construction, and related services.
• Prepare and maintain all project budgets by monitoring and controlling expenditures.
• Review, reconcile, and approve invoices for payment according to contract terms and conditions.
• Liaise between internal clients, county administrators, and external contractors to facilitate formal review of design documents and specifications.
• Review and approve site plans, design drawings, and construction plans prepared by consultants. 
• Resolve project problems and interpret contract language to consultants, contractors, and other departments. 
• Visit work sites and inspect projects to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
• Provide expertise in a professional field of civil engineering, architecture, electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Arrange for receipt, storage, disposal, movement, and accountability of project-related materials, equipment, and furniture, according to County purchasing guidelines.
• Successfully manage competing priorities of ongoing and new projects, as well as conduct research and gather information. 
• Prepare and present informational agenda items to County administration and Board of County Commissioners.
• Collaborate closely with both Facilities Operations and Information & Technology Services staff early and often to ensure seamless project hand-off.
• Contribute to the development of a comprehensive deferred maintenance and capital improvement inventory.
• Manage warranty and project close-out process to properly conclude each project.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule. For a complete list of essential duties, please use this link: Capital Improvement Project Manager

The ideal candidate for this position will be committed to contributing to an inclusive and safe space for everyone within and interacting with the Facilities, Fleet, & Parks Department. We are looking for an energetic Capital Improvement Project Manager with a passion for public service, an eye for detail, a strong work ethic with the ability to multi-task and adapt to reactive and emergency situations, demonstrate good communication skills, and have consistent attendance. Successful candidates will have:

• Passion for building facilities that are responsive to the diverse language, cultural, and ability needs of Washington County residents and partners.
• Talent for providing positive and proactive solutions to project management issues.
• Ability to self-motivated and to function at a high level with minimal supervision.
• Consistently exercise discretion and independent, good judgment.
• Strong analytical, organization, problem recognition, avoidance, & resolution skills.
• Ability to lead and work as a team with a wide variety of diverse stakeholders, colleagues, senior management, professional consultants, and construction personnel.
• An open and collaborative working style, characteristic of a team player who can support a One Washington County approach to every project.

Successful candidate will also demonstrate expertise and understanding of:

• Facility project management practices as well as specific aptitude for managing complex Mechanical Electrical Plumbing (MEP) projects as new installations and replacements. 
• Comprehensive space planning to include consideration of security, accessibility, sustainability, trauma-informed design, Employer of Choice building amenities, resiliency, wellness, LEED, and IPD (Integrated Project Delivery).
• Sustainable Construction principles and practices, from siting and materials to maintenance.
• Project Management Institute (PMI) guidance contained in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK).
• All federal, state, and local building and construction code requirements.
• Public agency (or private organization contracting for) large complex public works infrastructure projects.
• Building systems, including HVAC, security technology, and fire & life safety.
• Modern building technologies that include Building Information Modeling (BIM), Reality Capture, Project Information Management (PIM), and Clash Detection and Resolution.
• Construction drawings; knowledge and understanding of International Building Code (IBC), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Universal Design principles.
• Establishing & controlling budgets, while implementing & managing project schedules, to ensure adherence to program requirements and institutional standards.
• Current trends, principles, and practices in design and construction industries.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may come from a variety of backgrounds and lived experiences. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role, even if you believe you do not meet all the hiring criteria described above.  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in project management, business administration, public administration, architecture, civil engineering, or a related field and two (2) years of responsible project or construction management or closely related capital project management experience; OR
• A combination of college-level course work and experience equivalent to six (6) years total of responsible construction or project management experience or closely related capital project management experience.

Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant, including your volunteer experience.
 
Additional Requirements

• Must possess a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and have an acceptable driving record per Washington County policy. To review Washington County's Driver’s License and Record Policy: Driver's License & Records Policy (Vehicles - Section 800). 
• Some positions must pass Washington County Sheriff's Office criminal background check and maintain access rights to all jail facilities and other departments' secure facilities.