What are the responsibilities and job description for the Capital Projects Coord ( Senior) position at Solano County?
The Capital Projects Coordinator (Senior) manages assigned complex County facilities improvement requiring an advanced level knowledge of design, construction, budgeting and scheduling practices to include administering assigned projects for County facilities; and participating in program design, planning and assessment.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
EducationBachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college with a major in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Real Estate, Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field
Experience
Four years of full-time paid experience in an architectural, engineering, real estate project management/development, or managing construction projects with responsibility for cost recommendations, contract administration and quality control.
Licensing, Certification, and Registration Requirements
Applicants are required to possess, or obtain prior to employment, a valid California Driver’s License, Class C.
Note: All licenses, certificates and registrations must be kept current while employed in this class.
- Possession of an Advanced Computer Aided Drafting certification, including 3-D modeling software proficiency, from an accredited academic institution is desired
- Possession of valid certificate of registration as an Engineer or Architect in the State of California is desired.
- Possession of certification as a Construction Manager by the Construction Management Association of America or certification as a Construction Manager accredited by the American National Standards Institute is desired
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
General Services is looking for a Capital Projects Coordinator (Senior) with advanced level experience managing county facilities improvement projects including new construction renovation, space utilization, and capital improvement planning. The role requires strong project management skills, overseeing the entire lifecycle of a project, with a focus on managing consultants and contractors; planning, design, bid and construction phase management; development and management of budgets and schedules. Incumbent may also be responsible for long-range facility planning and studies. The Ideal Candidate is:
- Experienced in various public project delivery methods such as California Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Act (CUPCCA) program, Design Build (DB), Job Order Contracting (JOC), Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for capital and maintenance public works projects
- An analytical/strategic thinker with a creative approach to problem-solving, adept in navigating organizational dynamics and politically astute
- A leader in managing multidisciplinary teams/stakeholders, with a collaborative approach that emphasizes teamwork and effective communication
- Highly skilled in budgeting, cost control, and scheduling
- A technical expert proficient in project management, design, financial, and collaboration tools, with a deep understanding of architectural/engineering principles and modern construction practices.
- Knowledgeable in construction management, design, building systems, real estate development, fiscal management, and project scheduling
- Strong communicator that bridges gaps between various stakeholders, resolve conflicts, manage expectations, and successfully deliver projects
- Experienced in ensuring compliance with regulations related to government contracts, competitive bidding, and construction/public works projects.
SELECTION PROCESS
02/20/2025 – Deadline to submit application and required documents for first application review. (Applications will be reviewed every 3 weeks thereafter).
Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process, unless otherwise announced. [Omit for Civil Service exempt recruitments] Custodians may be assigned to the Sheriff's Office and will need to undergo two livescans to obtain clearance to work in a criminal justice agency. All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change. RETIREES - Solano County invites all qualified candidates to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.
DEGREE REQUIRED, SUBMITTAL BY FILING DATE
A Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college with a major in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Real Estate, Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field is required for this position. All candidates are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of their college diploma (verifying the degree, date earned and area of specialization) or official/unofficial transcripts (verifying institution, student, date, degree and area of specialization conferred) by the final filing deadline. Candidates who fail to submit their diploma or transcripts by the final filing date may be disqualified from the recruitment.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service. The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment. Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained.
HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR DOCUMENTS
In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com. Be sure to include the recruitment title and the recruitment number in your email or fax.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications must be submitted through the NeoGov system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (e.g.: degree/transcripts, certificates, licenses, DD-214, ADA Accommodation Request, etc.) must be submitted by the final review date. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing the application. You will be evaluated based on the information provided on the application. Please ensure any experience you believe qualifies you for the job is reflected in your application’s employment history. When completing employment details, do not write “see resume,” as resumes will not be reviewed and this will be considered an incomplete application.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE POINTS
To be eligible, applicant must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions. A COPY OF THE DD 214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE (GENERALLY COPY 4), MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT BY THE FINAL FILING DATE (or APPLICATION REVIEW DEADLINE). Applicants who have a service connected disability must also submit a recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits for service connected reasons. Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general under conditions discharge shall receive five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans rated at not less than 30% disability shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran’s preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations.
Salary : $121,710 - $147,940
