Capital Project Manager II

The City of Portland Bureau of Environmental Services (BES) is seeking a Capital Project Manager II for the Treatment and Pumping Systems Division of the Engineering Services Group, as well as candidates for future Capital Project Manager II (CPM II) roles at BES and the city. 

The Capital Project Manager II position will provide direction and coordination on construction management of a variety of wastewater treatment, pump station, collection system, and non-process facility capital improvement projects.  Responsibilities include constructability reviews of design milestone plans and CSI-based specifications, technical research/analysis of Contractor Submittals and RFIs, managing the progress payment process, change management processes for cost and time, construction critical path schedule reviews and analyses, coordinating commissioning activities, and facilitating turn over of new projects to the BES operations and maintenance teams. 

CPM IIs are responsible for moderately complex construction projects up to $15 M, and some smaller construction projects using alternative contracting methods. The Capital Project Manager II position coordinates and ensures progress on all aspects of assigned projects from bidding, through construction and commissioning, to turnover.   

The position works as the leader of the BES construction management team assigned to the project including an assistant construction manager and Public Works Inspectors under the general supervision of the TPSD Construction Engineering Supervisor. The list established from this recruitment may also be used for future openings in our Construction division.

What you’ll get to do:

• Provide leadership, direction, and coordination on a variety of wastewater treatment, pump station, collection system, and non-process facility capital improvement projects.
• Plan and manage all aspects of assigned project construction activities including, cost, schedule, quality, and functionality of automated equipment systems.

• Collaborate with contractors, engineering staff, planning staff, other City bureaus, and partner agencies. 

Who you are: 

• Equity-oriented: Committed to applying an equity lens when advancing policies, projects, and programs. Effective in a professional, racial justice-focused, and multi-cultural environment. 
• Excellent Communicator: Strong communication skills, including written, in-person, visual, and public presentation skills. 
• Authentic: Effective in a professional, diverse, multi-cultural environment. You treat customers, co-workers, and employees with respect and are accountable.
• Organized: Able to work on a multitude of tasks and understand and respond to various situations in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
• Collaborative: A professional who values partnership and develops and supports relationships to get things done. 
• Detail-oriented: Effective at tracking project details to ensure consistency and accuracy in project implementation.

An ideal candidate will be a self-starter who can handle a variety of challenging projects simultaneously, keeping them on track to support the Contractor's schedule.  They also will have a strong background in construction management and engineering concepts.  Although not required, a background and education in construction management, and/or engineering is desired.  

The ideal candidate will be comfortable leading a diverse team of professionals in a range of disciplines. They will also be able to give public presentations and work with the public and stakeholders to define and deliver capital projects.

About the Bureau of Environmental Services

This is an exciting time to join the Bureau of Environmental Services (BES).  Together we are reimagining the work we do to ensure it aligns with Our Values:

• We implement equity in our workplace, business practices, and service delivery.
• We value our customers and partners.
• We carefully manage our watersheds, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure, and financial resources.
• We encourage leadership among our employees in our City and community.
• We support a diverse, collaborative, healthy, and engaged workforce.
• We urge respectful communication and transparency.
• We advance innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions.

At BES, we value our customers and partners; Portlanders’ sense of connection to their waterways; conscientious stewardship of our watersheds, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure, and financial resources; a diverse, collaborative, healthy, and engaged workforce; leadership among our employees and in our City and community; equity in our workplace, business practices, and service delivery; clear communication and transparency; innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions. 

BES is seeking talented individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds with knowledge, ability, and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities; and that desire to work collaboratively and creatively to broaden the variety of innovative ways to partner with and serve all Portland communities.

To learn more about the work we do at BES, click on the link: About Environmental Services | Portland.gov

Our BES 10-Year Strategic Plan can be found here: download (portland.gov)

Applicants should specifically address and demonstrate in their Cover Letter (no more than 3 pages) and Résumé how their education, training, and/or experience meet each of the following minimum qualifications:

1. Experience with construction management including submittal reviews, answering RFIs, managing progress payments, preparing change orders for time and costs, and reviewing critical path schedules. 
2. Experience reviewing and interpreting design plans and specifications for construction of multi-discipline projects such as civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, plumbing, and/or electrical.
3. Experience communicating clearly, logically, and persuasively, both verbally and in writing, including preparing clear and concise responses to technical requests, in email and in letters.  
4. Experience managing multiple concurrent projects while exercising sound, independent judgment in managing priorities, within established guidelines. 
5. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse workforce and community.

Additional Requirements

Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the following minimum qualifications is acceptable: 

Education/Training: High school diploma or GED; 

AND 

Experience: Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in construction, construction management, project management, landscape architecture, architecture, engineering or related experience. 

Special Requirements and/or Qualifications: 

A valid state driver’s license may be required for certain positions. 

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or professional certification in construction management, project management, business administration, or related field is preferred but not required.

• Cover letter.
  • Details are key! The city uses a merit-based system, so your cover letter should be thorough and specifically address each qualification listed in the "To Qualify" section of the job announcement. Your cover letter can exceed one page, to ensure you are able to provide detailed information for every qualification. Follow the instructions, as a subject matter expert will be evaluating your details to confirm that you meet the minimum requirements.
• Resume - no more than 2 pages 
• Answer to three (3) Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)
• Optional Application Materials:
• If you would like to request Veteran's Preference, please submit your Veteran documents (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.) by the closing date of the recruitment.
• Application Tips:
• Your cover letter can exceed one page but no more than three, to ensure you can provide detailed information for every qualification. A subject matter expert will evaluate your details to confirm that you meet the minimum requirements.
• Your résumé should support the details described in your cover letter.
• How We Determine Pay: The City of Portland is covered by the Oregon Equal Pay Act. Your salary is determined based on the experience listed in your resume that is directly related and equivalent to the position for which you are applying.  It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all your relevant experience.
• E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.
• Do not attach any additional documents.
• Please note, that all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment.
• You can use AI tools to assist with your job application, but please make sure to personalize your responses to supplemental questions. Avoid copying and pasting. We encourage the use of AI to generate ideas and then tailor them to reflect your own experiences and skills.
• All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. 

• An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and cover letter, weighted 100%.
• Your resume and cover letter will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.
• You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information.
• Additional evaluation may be required prior to the establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.

• Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.

• The hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview.
• Please note, that the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.

• A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.

Salary : $49 - $62