Clark County Public Works is looking for motivated professionals to lead multi-disciplinary teams to facilitate the successful delivery of a wide array of projects that improve the safety and quality of life for the good people of Clark County.
This position coordinates multiple project teams of designers, real property professionals, surveyors, traffic engineers, permitting personnel and other essential disciplines to deliver on complex and rewarding capital projects for the county. The position will be responsible for the delivery of capital projects in Public Works, including for Transportation, Parks, Clean Water, Bridges, Pavement Preservation, and the County Railroad.
The position reports to the PM Section Manager and works collaboratively with sections throughout Public Works and other county departments. It will also work closely with state and federal agencies, utility service providers, and businesses in coordinating project activities, along with working directly with the public and neighborhood associations. The position may also be assigned special projects as necessary.
This team currently enjoys a hybrid work arrangement. The candidate selected MUST reside within WA or OR.
Applications will be accepted until an adequate number of applications are received. This posting may close at any time after 3/29/2024 with no additional notice.
Engineer positions are represented by PROTEC17, Professional and Technical Employees.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in project management, civil engineering or a related field; and five (5) years of responsible project management or closely related experience at the Capital Project Manager II level. Experience emphasizing construction based transportation projects is highly desirable: or Seven (7) years of responsible project management experience or closely related experience at the Capital Project Manager II level that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the work described above.
AND
Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP). Licensure as a Professional Engineer in Civil or Environmental Engineering will qualify for consideration, while candidates work toward and achieve PMP certification within two (2) years of receiving Capital Project Manager III classification.
Knowledge of: Principles and practices of civil engineering and administration of public works projects; organizational and management practices as applied to the development of projects; recent developments, current literature, and sources of information regarding project management; project estimating; planning, scheduling, monitoring, and problem solving; application and interpretation of County regulatory codes, state regulatory and legislative requirements, court decisions and Attorney Generals opinions concerning the wide variety of engineering functions; departmental policies and procedures, work standards and codes applicable to the job.
Ability to: Coordinate professional and technical staff with a team emphasis; analyze problems with consideration of consequences of proposed actions; identify alternatives and recommend solutions; implement recommendations in support of goals; interpret and apply Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulation s; supervise the preparation and maintenance of project documents and reports; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including a variety of County and other government officials, community groups, and the general public.
SELECTION PROCESS
To upload a resume or other documents: Resumes and documents must be attached together in the ‘Resume Upload’ section of the application. Multiple files are allowed, but all applicant attachments must be uploaded simultaneously, as there is no way to edit or append uploaded materials after submitting the application.
Application Review (Pass/Fail) – An online application is required—attaching a resume does not substitute for a completed application, and incomplete applications will not pass the application review. Resume and Cover Letter are REQUIRED. Include as an attachment a cover letter (limited to two pages) stating why you are interested in this position and addressing your knowledge and abilities relating to the qualifications and attributes outlined in the job announcement. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.
Practical Exam (Pass/Fail) – This recruitment may require a practical exam which will be job related and may include, but not be limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.
Oral Interview – The interview will be job related and may include, but not be limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Top candidate(s) will continue in the process.
Employment References will be conducted for the final candidates and may include verification of education.
It is the general policy of the County that new employees should be hired at the lower steps of the applicable range and advance through the range at the normal progression.
First review date will be March 29th. This recruitment may close at any time on or after the first review date.
Duties may include but are not limited to the following:
Plans, oversees, and coordinates the activities and operations of assigned capital improvements projects. Ensures the timely, accurate, and cost effective completion of projects.
Coordinates work of professional and technical projects staff at each project phase, with an emphasis on teamwork and collaborative problem resolution.
Ensures that all phases of projects proceed on schedule and that contractors, utilities and other organizations involved in projects, meet specifications. Reviews progress reports and authorizes payments.
Performs grants administration, project estimating, and budget preparation and management for assigned projects as applicable. Procures outside resources as needed and provides contract administration. Submits and ensures payment of invoices for materials, professional services and other related cost items.
Reviews design plans and specifications for conformance to job requirements. Prepares, develops and checks complex specialized contract provisions and design agreements. Conducts pre‑bid and pre‑construction conferences detailing principle construction features and agreements.
Monitors project progress and conducts meetings to resolve problems and ensure timely completion. Participates in meetings and designs and implements agreements throughout the stages of the projects.
Utilizes computerized project management tracking systems and related programs in accomplishment of the work.
Prepares complex technical engineering and administrative reports and develops critical correspondence and comprehensive reports in support of engineering projects and decisions.
Coordinates with other sections and departments on issues related to capital projects, grant and contract administration, or related.
With input from the divisions of Transportation, Design and Maintenance, makes recommendations on scope of work changes necessary to complete assigned projects.
Directs investigations and develops resolutions of claims and complaints from contractors or property owners. Maintains office records of design, construction and other engineering activities, as required by County, State, and Federal regulations.
Coordinates with the Survey Section Supervisor/County Surveyor to ensure accurate, complete and quality field survey data is collected and that information is acquired in a cost‑effective, efficient manner. Assists in the preparation of complex property descriptions.
Develops and maintains effective relations with the public. Represents Public Works on various committees; at neighborhood organization and community meetings; public hearings; before governmental bodies and in legal processes.
Participates in the development, implementation and review of ongoing programs and existing methods ‑ assessing job effectiveness and cost efficiencies.
Participates in the mentoring of other Project Managers.
Participates in the formulation and updating of goals and objectives consistent with the mission of the Department.
Local 17 Engineers.13
$42.56 - $57.47- per hour
For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line (applications on external sites are not monitored), please visit our website at:
https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county
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