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Job Description
Description
The City of Laguna Beach is looking for a Project Manager to lead vital capital improvement projects, utility undergrounding, and wastewater projects within the Public Works and Utilities Department. In this role, you will manage a broad spectrum of projects, from roadways to public parks, ensuring each one positively impacts our city's growth. This position calls for someone who excels at overseeing complex, multi-disciplinary projects with minimal supervision and has a strong background in engineering, construction inspection, and interacting with the public.
What you’ll be great at:- Building Positive Relationships
- Exercising Independent Judgment and initiative
- Working cohesively with contractors and consultants
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with diverse stakeholders
- Managing projects from inception to completion
Apply now to be part of the next review! Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, with the next review on March 27, 2025.
Examples of Duties
The normal duties for this position can be found in the job description for Project Manager . They are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Qualifications
Any combination of education and experience demonstrating the ability to effectively and successfully perform the duties of the position is considered qualifying. A typical combination is as follows:
Education : Educational achievement equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university, supplemented by courses in drafting, advanced mathematics, and civil engineering.
Experience : Considerable experience in progressively responsible civil engineering work which includes project management, plan checking, construction inspection or engineering design is required.
License/Certificate Requirements : Due to the performance of some field duties, which may require the operation of a personal or City vehicle, a valid California Driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required.
Supplemental Information
Application/Selection Process: Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis with a first review on March 27, 2025. Applications will be screened carefully and selected applicants will be invited to participate in the Structured Panel Interview. The appointing hiring authority will further review the job-related qualifications of those deemed eligible for hire before making selection decisions. The selection process may be modified based on the needs of the City.
Pre-Placement Process: The selected candidate must successfully pass a fingerprint check with the State Department of Justice, a pre-placement physical and drug test, educational and employment verification, and reference check(s).
Why work for Laguna Beach: Laguna Beach is a beautiful coastal city located in Orange County, California, with a vibrant art scene and cultural events. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, including City paid health insurance for employees, retirement plans, and paid time off. The City has a strong commitment to its employees, providing opportunities for professional growth and development through training and education programs.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Laguna Beach
Show moreThe City of Laguna Beach was founded on June 29, 1927, and is a small town of picturesque beaches, hiking trails, a walkable downtown, and summer art festivals. Located in southwest Orange County, Laguna Beach occupies 8.84 square miles, has a population of approximately 23,000 and welcomes six million visitors each year.
The City provides a full range of services, including recreational activities, cultural arts events, public works services, transit operations, community development, administrative services, and police, fire, and marine safety protection. Laguna Beach operates under a council-manager form of government. Policymaking and legislative authority are vested in a five-person City Council. The City Manager carries out the policies and ordinances of the City Council, oversees the day-to-day operations of the City, and appoints department heads.
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