Project Development Coordinator, Engineering (CIP)

Salary : $45.54 - $55.36 Hourly

Location : Santa Clarita, CA

Job Type : Regular Full-time

Job Number : 2025-1

Department : Public Works

Division : Capital Improvement Projects

Opening Date : 01 / 28 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

Description / Duties & Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Assistant City Engineer, this position will be part of the team responsible for administering the City's capital improvement projects. The Project Development Coordinator is responsible for managing projects such as : pedestrian bridge and vehicular bridge construction and repairs, drainage improvements for roadways and parking lots at City facilities, median modifications for traffic control purposes, signal modifications, handicap access ramp construction, roof repairs and replacements, annual slurry seal program, and other projects as directed.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Manages and oversees projects related to infrastructure and public facilities capital improvement projects; prepares requests for proposals; writes specifications; prepares cost estimates; oversees the bid process; negotiates and administers contracts; ensures compliance with grant funding requirements; conducts public meetings
• Advises consulting engineers of City requirements during the design; conducts plan reviews for capital improvement projects to ensure project compliance with City codes and design standards
• Conducts field visits, investigates and resolves citizen complaints related to assigned capital improvement projects
• Attends project meetings and reviews projects in the field during all phases of the project.
• Researches, prepares, and presents reports on a variety of engineering matters related to capital improvement projects
• Oversees the research and compilation of engineering, and construction documents in support of capital improvement projects; maintains accurate records for assigned projects
• Establishes positive working relationships with City employees, outside agencies, contractors, consulting engineers, and the public
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

Knowledge and Abilities

Additional Information

This position will remain open until filled. The first review of applications will be on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.

An online completed City application form is required to apply for this position. All employment information must be provided on the application. Providing a resume is not a substitute for completing this section of the application. Applications left incomplete, or with a reference to attachments may be rejected. The selection process will include one or more of the following : written exam, technical knowledge assessment, writing skill assessment, and / or oral interviews that may be conducted in person and / or via video conferencing. Applicants that meet minimum qualifications and are selected for interviews will be required to disclose information regarding criminal convictions. If you require special accommodations to participate in the application / selection process, please notify Human Resources for assistance.

All offers of regular employment with the City of Santa Clarita are made contingent upon receipt of proof of legal right to work in the United States, successful completion of a post-offer pre-employment physical, which may include a drug screen and Department of Justice fingerprinting. Criminal offender information will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. The City uses the E-Verify program to electronically confirm work authorization of newly hired employees. All new employees are required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull-Notice Program. This program authorizes the City to receive a driver record report upon enrollment and during employment. Only degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation will be accepted.

As a City of Santa Clarita public employee, you may be called upon to work as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW) in the event of an emergency (in accordance with Government Code §§ 3100-3109). Before entering upon the duties of employment, all public employees, except those excluded by law, take and subscribe to an oath or affirmation set forth in the California

Constitution, declaring them to be Disaster Service Workers in time of need.

Compensation includes enrollment in California Public Employees' Retirement System as a replacement for Social Security plus a competitive benefits package. All appointments are made at step 1 of the salary range unless otherwise authorized by the City Manager.

The City of Santa Clarita is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The City of Santa Clarita offers CalPERS Retirement contributions as a replacement for Social Security plus a competitive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance.

Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field?

Do you have construction project management or related experience? If so, please describe your experience.

Please list all of the valid certifications you have that are related to this position.

Describe a situation where you provided exceptional customer service and explain what made this service exceptional.

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Salary : $46 - $55