This recruitment is for a Project Manager in the Capital Improvement Program Division of the Public Works Department. This position is primarily responsible for the planning, design, and construction of capital improvement plan projects, including but not limited to utilities, streets, storm drains, parks and facilities. The ideal candidate will be a strong and effective communicator with a proven work history of growth and development while possessing broad and varied experience in the field of... more details
DESCRIPTION
This recruitment is for a Project Managerin the Capital Improvement Program Division of the Public Works Department. This position is primarily responsible for the planning, design, and construction of capital improvement plan projects,including but not limited toutilities, streets, storm drains, parks and facilities. The ideal candidate will be a strong and effective communicator with a proven work history of growth and development while possessing broad and varied experience in the field of public works. A fair and positive management style while overseeing staff and projects is imperative. The ideal candidate will exhibit the utmost professionalism and interpersonal skills while interacting with both internal and external stakeholders.
Education and Experience
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering or a related field.
Three (3) years of increasingly responsible civil engineering experience.
Skills/Abilities
Performs planning, design, and construction management duties for capital improvement plan projects.
Prepares and administers contracts for a variety of engineering consulting services, including planning, environmental, design, right-of-way activities, and construction management and inspection.
Determines scope of projects; prepares requests for proposals (RFPs)
Performs field investigations to confirm existing site conditions for proposed project submittals and any potential constraints which may be of concern for the project.
Conducts project feasibility studies and master plans;
Reviews and oversee consultants’ environmental clearance documents; prepares staff reports and presentations for various meetings;
Prepares, reviews, and serve as the project manager overseeing consultants’ survey, drawings, plans, specifications, engineering calculations and estimates, costa analysis studies, projects’ schedules and budget, and construction bid packages;
Meets with contractors, engineers, developers, architects, a variety of outside agencies, and the general public in acquiring information and coordinating engineering matters; provides information regarding City capital project requirements
Researches, coordinates, and reviews proposed right-of-way alignments and the vacation of existing rights-of-way; prepares documentation for easement acquisitions and coordinates with the City’s Right-of-Way agent; reviews and process deeds, easement, and record of survey through the County.
Characteristics
An upbeat attitude, eager to participate.
A passion for producing outstanding quality of work.
A high performing, genuine, authentic individual with a good sense of humor.
Ability to build and maintain the trust of coworkers, subordinates, and city staff.
A genuine interest in supporting the employees.
The position is a full-time benefited position with a 4/10 work week, every Friday off, unless emergency occurs.
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THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will be customer service focus, excellent judgment, and attention to detail. Someone who is a systems-oriented thinker and great team player. This position will routinely assist all levels of the organization. A highly competent individual who holds themselves to high standards, works hard, and contributes to a positive workplace culture will thrive in Corona.
COMMUNITY
A City whose heritage spans more than 125 years, the City of Corona, located in Riverside County, California, encompasses approximately 40 square miles and has a vibrant, culturally diverse population of approximately 170,000 residents. Residents of Corona enjoy a variety of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities that provide a first-rate quality of life for its residents and visitors. Within an hour's travel time, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy winter activities such as snowboarding and skiing and summer activities including surfing, boating, or simply relaxing on world class beaches. Corona's economy is strong and getting stronger; more than 84,000 people work here. Our retail, commercial, and housing areas are expanding, and office development continues to be strong.
THE ORGANIZATION
The City of Corona is a General Law city operating under a Council-Manager form of government. Policy making and legislative authority is vested in the City Council, consisting of a Mayor and four Council Members. Members of the City Council are elected by District to a four-year term. The Mayor is selected by the Council and serves as the presiding officer for one year. The City is organized into the following departments/organizational units: Community Services, City Manager’s Office, Economic Development, Finance, Fire, Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal and Risk Management, Police, Planning & Development, Public Works and Utilities. Oversight of these departments is divided between the City Manager and two Assistant City Managers. The City's total operating budget for Fiscal Year 2024 is $ 369.9 million with a General Fund operating budget of $ 194.5 million. Corona enjoys a workforce of 860 dedicated employees who provide high quality services to its residents and visitors each day.
TO BE CONSIDERED
Interested candidates should apply by completing the application online, including a compelling cover letter and comprehensive resume by the posted closing date.
Application Process:
The selection process will consist of:
Application Review
Oral Examination
Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Applicants are encouraged to apply early as the recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review period. This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time.
Candidates that successfully pass the screening process and are deemed to possess the most desirable qualifications will be invited to an in-person oral interview. The top scoring candidates from the oral interview will be placed on an eligibility list from which the department may hire. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill the current and/or additional vacancies throughout the City.
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