Senior Project Manager/Project Manager

Description

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The Department of Public Works & Sustainability is seeking an experienced and dynamic professional to oversee the design and construction of complex public works projects from concept to completion. This role is responsible for managing capital improvement plans, ensuring contract compliance, and providing technical guidance to staff. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills, a background in civil engineering or construction management, and a proven ability to coordinate with diverse stakeholders. If you’re passionate about infrastructure development and ready to lead impactful projects that shape our city’s future, we invite you to apply.

The Project Manager is a flexibly staffed position and may be filled as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager at the discretion of the department, based upon the expertise of the candidate.

Effective 6/21/2025

Project Manager $93,125.76 - 146,502.72 Annually*

Senior Project Manager $102,910.08 - $161,899.92 Annually*

This recruitment will establish an eligibility list for the Senior Project Manager/Project Manager position, which will expire on 7/15/2026.

Effective the pay period that includes July 1, 2025, the salary of the employees covered by this Agreement shall be increased by an additional one and one-half percent (1.5%) base salary increase. This will be in addition to the previously approved and currently planned base salary increase of three and one-half percent (3.5%) that has already been scheduled to take effect for the pay period including July 1, 2025, for a total of five percent (5%) base salary increase. The bottom of the range will move up five percent (5%) commensurate with this change.

Effective the pay period including July 1, 2026, the salary range for each classification covered under this agreement shall be increased by five percent (5%). The bottom of the range will move up five percent (5%) commensurate with this change.

Effective the pay period including July 1, 2027, the salary range for each position covered under this agreement shall be increased by five percent (5%). The bottom of the range will move up five percent (5%) commensurate with this change.

Effective the pay period including July 1, 2028, the salary range for each classification covered under this agreement shall be increased by five percent (5%). The bottom of the range will move up five percent (5%) commensurate with this change.

Your Impact

• Oversee complex capital improvement projects and respond to concerned residents, business owners, and constituents.
• Develop and manage project budgets and schedules.
• Administer projects from project development, design management, bid management, construction management, to project closeout.
• Negotiate supplemental agreements, time extensions, and change orders.
• Review and approve construction documents, expenditures, and reports.
• Ensure project activities comply with project specifications and City policies.
• Monitor inspection reports and document progress to meet the project schedule.
• Manage consultant contracts and oversee construction contractors.
• Find additional information in the Project Manager and Senior Project Manager job description.

Minimum Qualifications

Project Manager

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or a related field.
• Three (3) years or more of professional engineering experience, including project management and facilities park management or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• A valid California Driver's license is required.

Senior Project Manager

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or a related field.
• Five (5) years or more of professional engineering experience, including project management and facilities park management or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• A valid California Driver's license is required.

Best Fit

• Seasoned professional with extensive experience with large Capital Improvement Projects in the public sector, including construction of new buildings, infrastructure within the public right-of-way, rehabilitation, facilities and park development.
• Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, enabling effective interaction with City staff, contract vendors, and the public. Proficient in both verbal and written communication, including the preparation of City Council staff reports and delivering public presentations.
• Adaptability to collaborate and lead others.
• Ability to apply engineering principles related to the design and construction of projects.
• Proven track record of outstanding customer service, situational awareness, and sound judgment.
• A positive and supportive attitude with an out-of-the-box approach to problem-solving.
• Working knowledge of critical regulations at the local, state, and federal levels, such as California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CA MUTCD), Work Area Traffic Control Handbook (W.A.T.C.H.), California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) regulations, and Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction (the “Greenbook”).

The City
Irvine is recognized as one of America's Best Places to Live, according to Money Magazine . The City of Irvine features an array of entertainment and recreational opportunities including exceptional parks, open space preservations, sports complexes, and master-planned communities.

Your Team
The Public Works & Sustainability Department combines the strengths of Administration & Planning, Park Development, Transportation Planning & Mobility, Infrastructure Maintenance & Operations, Capital Project Delivery, and Sustainability & Environmental Initiatives to create a unified approach to infrastructure management and sustainability. City assets include streetscapes, open space, City parks (community and neighborhood), athletic fields, bike trails, roadways, traffic signals, and more. The Capital Improvement Program has an annual delivery of $100 million in capital projects, in addition to the delivery of the globally relevant Great Park. With over 200 dedicated staff across 5 divisions, we prioritize efficiency, sustainability, and community engagement in all our endeavors. Together, we strive to build and maintain infrastructure that meets the needs of our community while ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come.

The Process
The selection process will include an examination and conducting a background investigation prior to appointment. This recruitment may establish an eligibility list to fill future positions in similar and/or higher/lower classifications within the organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage you to inform Human Resources at least two business days prior to the first phase of the selection process if you have a disability that may require accommodation.



Closing Date/Time: 7/15/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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