Only current City of Oxnard, Public Works Engineering Division employees are eligible for this employment opportunity - The City of Oxnard's Public Works Department, Engineering Division, is seeking an Engineering Construction Project Manager with strong analytical and project management skills to be part of the team. This individual must have a positive and energetic leadership style and a willingness to take a "hands-on" approach, as well as the ability to collaborate, develop, and recommend comprehensive solutions as required. The ideal candidate will have a background in public sector projects and be familiar with project management best practices. WHAT YOU’LL DO:Provides coordination and oversight of project design and construction; monitors adherence of projects and processes with policies, procedures, applicable code, specifications, regulations and standards. Coordinate project activities with both internal City staff, and external agencies and/or interests. Gathers field information/data as it applies to assigned project management. Provides project management (both internal and contracted projects) and coordination of stakeholders and resources, which may include consultant selection process, project scoping, contract negotiation, design oversight, schedule monitoring, budget development and funding administration, and project close-out. Oversees and administers projects including bid and contract administration, oversight, coordination of permitting, document reviews, and facilitation of progress meetings. Construction administration duties also include providing guidance to inspection staff and being available to them for questions arising from the construction project, reviewing and approving shop drawings, review and approve pay requests, responding to requests for information from contractors, reviewing and approving change orders, periodic construction site visits, conduct construction progress meetings, making decisions that pertain to the project. Attends, conducts and delivers presentations at various meetings; performs public outreach; prepares agendas, reports, cost estimates, computations, specifications, schedules, engineering drawings and other related documentation and communications materials. Payroll/ Classification Title: Construction Project Manager. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This classification is distinguished from the next higher level of Construction Project Manager, Senior in that the Construction Project Manager, Senior is a mid-management position and is responsible for the substantial administration of assigned Capital Improvement Projects. SUPERVISION RECEIVED/ SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Receives general supervision and is expected to prioritize work to meet deadlines and to keep the supervisor informed of issues that would impact achievement of a deadline, organizational policy or procedure or in consideration of risk management. WORK SCHEDULE: The normal work week is Monday through Thursday, 8:00 am to 6:00 pm and alternating Fridays 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Depending on the work assignment staff may be assigned to a shift that is outside the standard work hours. In addition, this position may be required to be available to work additional hours in response to peaks in workloads and changes in department needs. The standard work environment varies depending on assignment but is typically either primarily in an office setting or out in the field. The City does not offer hybrid or remote work. Essential Functions (This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.) Reviews construction documents for discrepancies and performs value engineering analysis; makes recommendations based on findings. Prepares RFQ's and RFP's and selects professional consultants. Negotiates and administers contracts. Schedules construction work design, arranges inspections, and coordinates work with project development team. Prepares and manages project budgets and schedules, and reviews the work of professional and technical consultants and contractors. Serves as liaison between project staff, City departments, outside public agencies, consultants, contractors and the community. Prepares comprehensive written and oral reports and makes recommendations for presentation to department management, other public agencies, and community groups. Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned. Minimum Qualifications The following are the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the classification: EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, public administration, architecture, project management or directly related field. EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of experience required, preferably within the context of municipal public works engineering project management and/or engineering. LICENSE/ CERTIFICATION: Valid California Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record. OTHER REQUIREMENTS:Must be able to speak and understand English to effectively communicate with fellow employees, customers, and vendors General Information