Construction Project Manager

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The Opportunity:

We are seeking two (2) Construction Project Managers to join our team!

Overview

Are you an experienced Construction Project Manager with an understanding of project development, planning, capital maintenance, building renovations, and potentially tenant improvements? Are you passionate about delivering quality work on schedule and on budget? If so, we have two (2) exciting opportunities for you to join Multnomah Countys Department of County Assets Facilities and Property Management Division (FPM) as a Construction Project Manager.

The Facilities and Property Management Division manages over 3.1 million net square feet of owned and leased building space necessary for the efficient, safe and effective delivery of programs and services that support the residents of Multnomah County. The Capital Improvement team provides project services for building improvement projects for the Countys portfolio of owned and leased buildings in over 130 buildings spread across the County. The Project Delivery Program provides responsive project delivery for major building systems replacements/upgrades and client-requested services in a wide range of facility types, including but not limited to: jails, health and dental clinics, libraries, courts, warehouses, shop spaces, an animal shelter, administrative offices, and shelters. These capital and maintenance projects are typically valued under $600,000, but occasionally may be valued up to several million dollars.

Essential Job Duties:

• Develop, plan, and coordinate the construction of capital maintenance and building renovation projects for existing County facilities.

• Project development activities include project planning, writing scope of work descriptions, developing and managing project budget, developing/monitoring/controlling the project schedule, and overseeing consultant selection if necessary.

• Coordinate design of the projects with architects, consultants, and with FPM trade crews to ensure project documents are appropriately developed and are in alignment with Multnomah County specifications and requirements.

• Follow the public contracting rules, regulations, and County procedures.

• Prepare or direct preparation of project documents, specifications, bid invitations, contract letting, and change orders; review and recommend approval of contract payments.

• Construction management responsibilities include coordinating with FPM trade crews, reviewing change requests, monitoring and controlling project budget, monitoring and controlling project schedule, identifying and estimating cost and schedule impacts due to changes in design or owner requirements, coordinating building permit/inspections/sign offs, overseeing the mitigation of potential construction impacts (noise, dust, odors, access, etc.) to the programs and employees operating in the affected facility.

• Perform key liaison and project coordination functions with County departments.

• Proven experience in managing multiple projects at one time.

Benefits: Multnomah County offers an exceptional benefits package, including employer-funded retirement savings; health, vision and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents; paid parental leave; wellness programs; a focus on work-life balance; paid holidays; life insurance; long term disability insurance; TriMet pass; and a employee assistance program. Find more details on our website . This position falls under the employee group: AFSCME Local 88 .

Our Commitment to Safety, Trust and Belonging: Multnomah County is committed to developing, nurturing and continually improving workforce equity by identifying and addressing the structural and policy barriers to equal employment opportunity faced by our employees and communities. County employees across the organization have stepped forward to develop a strategic plan and help create a workplace where everyone can reach their full potential. Learn more by reading our Workforce Equity Strategic Plan and exploring our Core Competencies for all County employees.

To Qualify

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant.

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position (facilities construction/renovation project management, including design, construction management, contract procurement and related work), AND

• A bachelors degree. In lieu of a degree, we will consider equivalent years ( 7 to 10 years ) of qualifying training and/or experience.

• REQUIRED cover letter detailing how your experience and training qualifies you for this role, addresses why you are interested in this position, and demonstrates how your experience and skill set align with the minimum and preferred qualifications listed.

• This position requires a valid drivers license.

• Ability to pass a criminal records check, should a job offer be extended.

Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

• Project Management Certification (PMP) or other project management certification.

• Experience in building system projects (e.g., mechanical, electrical, envelope, etc.).

• Experience in commercial and/or government construction projects.

• Major coursework in project management, construction management, architecture, mechanical/structural engineering, or a related field.

Screening and Evaluation

The Application Packet:

• A completed online application.

• REQUIRED r esume covering relevant experience and education. Please be sure your resume includes the following for each employer: name of employer, location, dates of employment, your title, a brief summary of your responsibilities, and the number of employees under your supervision.

• REQUIRED cover letter detailing how your experience and training qualifies you for this role, addresses why you are interested in this position, and demonstrates how your experience and skill set align with the minimum and preferred qualifications listed. Please be specific about the scope of the capital construction projects you have managed.

Note: The application, resume and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/skills and how they relate to those shown in the Overview, Essential Job Functions and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials will be scored to determine your eligibility for an interview.

The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

• Initial review of minimum qualifications: We may do an additional preferred review and/or send out additional supplemental questions to identify those highest qualified.

• Technical exam (for some positions only): Allow up to two hours to complete. Some completed online and some in person.

• Consideration of top candidates: We will consider qualified candidates in order of rank and score from the list of eligible candidates. This may include panel interview(s), a hiring interview, and/or additional testing to determine the best candidates for a position.

• Reference check: All finalists must pass a thorough reference check .

Additional Information:

This recruitment may be used to fill full-time, part-time, temporary, limited duration and on-call positions .

Type of Position: This hourly union-represented position is eligible for overtime pay.

Location : 401 N Dixon St. Portland, OR 97227

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm. This position is designated as hybrid telework, meaning you will be working onsite three (3) days per week and teleworking two (2) days a week. Additional days in the office will be determined based on the work underway. The designation of hybrid telework may be subject to change at a future time. Currently, all employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; the County cannot support ongoing telework from other locations. There is some flexibility with the start and end times and a possibility of a 9/80 work schedule.

Serving the Public, Even During Disasters
Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans preference. Review our veterans preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

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Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

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