Job Details

Under general direction, manages the planning, design, and construction of capital improvement projects. Such projects usually involve design and construction spanning several years and result in a new building, park, or other public infrastructure, or a major addition or renovation to existing infrastructure. This work usually requires significant management of consultants and contractors; planning, design, bid and construction phase management; development and management of budgets and schedules; and environmental review. Incumbent may be responsible for long-range facility planning and studies associated with their assigned project(s). Incumbent may supervise and coordinate the work of a team of subordinate project staff, and perform related duties as required.

Licensing and Certifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver's License.

Education and Experience:

Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in the development and oversight of construction projects, including experience in project administration. Completion of a bachelor's degree with coursework in engineering, construction management, or project management is desirable.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Develops, plans, manages, and executes major capital improvement projects.
• Administers design and construction contracts by reviewing program reports, designs, specifications, estimates, invoices, and construction activities of firms under contract to ensure compliance with project scope and design criteria; evaluates completed projects; verifies that contractual terms have been met.
• Consults with other County departments, outside agencies, and the public.
• Represents the Public Services Department or Public Works Department on committees and makes presentations as required for project communication and/or approval.
• Monitors and reports on the budgets, schedules, and status of work being performed by subordinate employees, consultants, and contractors.
• Coordinates and supervises work done jointly with other County departments and divisions relative to assigned projects.
• Responsible for all phases as required for assigned projects including project initiation, consultant selection, design, bidding, construction, and post construction.
• Confers with and coordinates other County department managers and representatives regarding new construction and/or alterations to existing facilities.
• Conducts feasibility studies and research to determine project requirements, options, and costs for proposed infrastructure modifications.
• Prepares project budgets and schedules, and is responsible for monitoring, managing, and meeting approved budgets and schedules.
• Prepares consultant solicitations; supervises consultant selection process; negotiates and administers consultant contracts.
• Directs consultants in the design and preparation of plans and specifications that meet project requirements and comply with County standards.
• Develops cost estimates or manages the preparation of cost estimates for projects and makes recommendations as needed to meet project budgets.
• Prepares and process documents necessary for applicable notices, permits, and approvals.
• Prepares or manages preparation of documents necessary for bidding and manages the bidding process.
• Monitors construction for conformity and compliance with plans, specifications, codes, and ordinances.
• Manages projects during construction including coordination of County departments and preparation or evaluation of change orders, payment requests, punch lists, and reports.
• Assures that as-built data is properly recorded, operation and maintenance data are submitted and distributed, and that projects are properly closed out at completion.
• Follow through on warranty issues during warranty period and assures timely and proper repair or replacement of covered items.
• Provides regular status reports for all assigned projects.
• Assists in preparation or evaluation of reports, studies, correspondence, long range plans, or presentations, as required.
• Reports to Public Services Director, Public Works Director and/or Board of Supervisors regarding progress and status of assigned projects.
• Travel to various off-site locations to oversee compliance with project plans, specifications, codes, and relevant ordinances in construction projects.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, practices, and methods of design and construction, especially as applied to public projects which come under the jurisdiction of the County.
• Laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances impacting construction in Lake County.
• Construction methods, materials, and equipment.
• Construction project management.
• Basic knowledge of engineering principles.
• Contract administration.
• Proper inspection methods and procedures.
• Research and statistical methods.
• Computer equipment and software applicable to construction project administration.
• Principles of supervision, training, and work evaluation.

Ability to:

• Read and correctly interpret complex plans and specifications.
• Work with people in groups and individually.
• Coordinate the work of engineers, architects, contractors, and others engaged in the programming, planning, design, and construction of capital improvement projects.
• Plan and organize major work projects and make assignments of work to meet deadlines on large and complex projects.
• Use computers and software including word processing, spreadsheet, and project management applications.
• Manage consultants' preparation of construction and contract documents.
• Communicate both verbally and in writing at a level commensurate with successful job performance.
• Provide supervision, training, and work evaluation for assigned staff.
• Provide input for plans, designs, and specifications for public works construction projects.
• Administer contracts.
• Analyze and evaluate construction project data and information, developing sound recommendations.
• Oversee and perform construction inspections, ensuring compliance with contracts, plans, and specifications, and proper use of quality materials.
• Make accurate engineering calculations.
• Regularly work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines.
• Constantly demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and customers/clients.