Capital Project Manager III - Lateral Transfer List

Take advantage of this opportunity to grow within our organization and make a lasting impact on our community's parks and recreational facilities. Apply today and be part of a team dedicated to enhancing our city's public spaces!

• Manage small to large-scale capital design, construction, and renovation projects including parks, buildings, building systems (envelope, MEP, security, life safety, etc.), and structures, in accordance with professional standards and practices; lead and develop project plans; coordinate staff and contractor resources.
• Lead, plan, coordinate, and manage the design, construction, and renovation of Parks facilities and properties.
• Define project scope and requirements by consulting with stakeholders, including other organizational units and the public, and researching federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Coordinate staff, consultant, and contractor resources to achieve project goals.
• Manage project budgets, plan, and schedule project timelines, and provide direction and support to the project team.
• Monitor and report on project progress and issues, providing solutions to stakeholders.
• Determine, implement, and manage project changes and interventions to achieve goals.
• Evaluate project performance and assess results.
• Work with contractors, city procurement, and capital team staff to ensure compliance with construction contract-related community benefit plans, including the City-adopted Regional Workforce Equity Agreement.
• Prepare and review design and construction cost estimates, inspect project work, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies.
• Manage and participate in the procurement of design consultants and construction contractors, develop RFP solicitations, and participate in pre-construction conferences.
• Oversee contracts with contractors and consultants; conduct regular site visits; negotiate change orders; process progress payments; accept deliverables; monitor and ensure compliance.
• Provide professional and technical advice to City Bureaus/Offices, including project solutions, alternative methods, and funding sources.

Applicants must meet each of the following qualifications per HRAR 7.01: 

• Hold regular status in this classification
• Passed probationary period

Or

• Hold limited duration status in this classification

The following are the knowledge, skills and abilities that the bureau has identified as critical, and your resume should include/highlight these areas:

1. Experience in capital project management, successfully contracting and coordinating capital projects while meeting critical schedules, both independently and within team settings from scoping through construction.
2. Experience with city and state laws, statutes, ordinances, codes, and regulations related to public works, construction contract management, and permitting.
3. Experience collecting, evaluating, and disseminating project data; including evaluating cost estimates, prioritizing scope, and defining project objectives.
4. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders including, bureau staff, representatives of governmental agencies, community members, and contractors.
5. Experience exercising sound independent judgement and initiative within established guidelines, such as identifying risks proactively, using problem solving to develop mitigation strategies, and implementing plans to ensure project delivery.
6. Experience reviewing construction documents, providing construction oversight, and managing contracts for capital projects. 

• A degree from an accredited college or university in project management, construction management, engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, public administration, public planning, or field related to assigned position.

•  Required Application Materials: Resume
• Answer to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)
  • Your answers to the supplemental questions will be validated to ensure you meet the eligibility requirement per HRAR 7.01. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in ineligibility.

• 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.

• 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.
• Do not attach any additional documents.
• Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment.
• You may use AI tools to assist with your job application, but please be sure to personalize your responses to supplemental questions. Avoid copying and pasting. We encourage using 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. 
• E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.  

• A review of your eligibility will be conducted and validated.  If you meet the eligibility requirements you will be placed on the lateral transfer eligible list. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 7.01 for complete information.
• Your résumé should support information that reflects the knowledge, skills and abilities identified in the To Qualify section. Resume is not used in determining eligibility to be placed on the transfer eligibility list, it will provide information for consideration in the selection process.
• Additional evaluation may be required prior to establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.

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

• Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview.
• There is no guarantee right to transfer into a vacant position

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

• City of Portland Core Values
• Recruitment Process - Work Status
• Equal Employment Opportunity
• Veteran Preference
• ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations

Salary : $107,266 - $151,882