County of Alameda

DESCRIPTION

Under general direction, to supervise and provide project management, liaison, inspection and contract administration for the design, construction and modification of County buildings and structures. Serves as the primary point of contact for special project requests with County departments, contractors, and stakeholders; review the work of GSA Project Managers; and to perform related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES

This is a senior level position that manages and coordinates a team of professional staff and is responsible for projects of large dollar amounts, technical complexity, and political sensitivity. Incumbents operate with considerable independence in decision-making and are expected to develop a project plan with minimal direction. The Senior Project Manager, GSA establishes and manages consultant teams typically associated with large, multi-year projects; will establish and control budgets, schedules, and project scope requiring input from multiple stakeholders. May provide guidance or assistance to other project management staff. The Senior Project Manager, GSA differs from the next lower position of GSA Project Manager in that the latter works on smaller, less complex projects and receives direction throughout the project.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

NOTE: The following are the duties performed by employees in the classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all duties listed.

1. Supervises the planning, design and preparation of project drawings, specifications and estimates for the modification and alteration of buildings and related structures.

2. Confers with County departments to establish building and space requirements; advises on feasibility of projects; supervises the preparation of drawings, reports and recommendations of findings.

3. Acts as coordinator of assigned projects; conducts feasibility studies on special projects; approves materials and drawings and makes recommendations.

4. Manages consultant and contractor selection process and is responsible for fee negotiations and approval of contracts.

5. Assures that the project’s program and conceptual design meet the County’s needs and are compatible with master plans.

6. Manages projects from programming through construction phase and warranty period.

7. Tracks and monitors all project activities; inspects or reviews work under construction to make sure that all new construction and alteration work being performed by contractors complies with plans, specifications and codes; coordinates the work of multi-disciplinary technical staff across organizational boundaries.

8. Prepares budget reports and cost control analyses; keeps projects within approved budgets and on their approved schedule; analyzes claims and recommends approval of consultant/contracts payment.

9. Oversees project staff/contractors and attends meetings at various sites.

10. Represents the department in meetings and conferences related to building materials or work standards.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Construction Management, Engineering (Civil, Structural, Mechanical or Electrical), Architecture, or a closely related field. A Master’s degree in the fields noted may substitute for one year of experience. Additional experience as described below may be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis. Certification in the field or a professional license is desirable.

AND EITHER I

Experience:

The equivalent of two years’ full-time experience in the class of GSA Project Manager or in an equivalent or higher-level class in the Alameda County classified service that included construction project management, contract administration, and budget control. (Non-classified includes District Attorney’s Office, Hospital Authority, and the Consolidated Courts.)

OR II

Experience:

The equivalent of six years’ full-time, progressively responsible experience in project management in the areas of construction management, design management, architecture or related fields. Experience must have included program responsibility, preparation of cost estimates, contract compliance.

License:

Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's license.

Special Requirement:

Must be able to travel to locations throughout the County.

NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

NOTE: The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the "Examples of Duties" section of this specification.

Knowledge of:

· Federal, state and local codes, statutes, and regulations pertaining to public building projects.
· Federal, state and local codes, statutes, and regulations pertaining to contract and labor compliance.
· Principles and practices of public and personnel administration.
· Principles and practices of project management and evaluation.
· Principles and practices of supervision and training.
· Cost estimating and cost control techniques.
· Budget preparation.
· Government purchasing and bidding policies, practices and procedures.
· Professional services contracting.
· Computer technology, including project management systems and software.

Ability to:

· Plan, organize, supervise and evaluate the work of professional and para-professional staff.
· Develop and implement a variety of projects to meet County goals and objectives.
· Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of people.
· Communicate effectively in writing.
· Orally communicate in an effective manner.
· Prepare and deliver effective presentations to governing boards, the public and a variety of audiences.
· Plan and organize.
· Analyze and solve problems.
· Manage the work of project consultants and staff working on a project.
· Adapt to changing priorities.

CLASS SPEC HISTORY

TB:ys 11/5/03
Newspecs: 9701.doc
CSC Date: 12/10/03
CH:cs Revised 3/20/13
CSC Date: 4/3/13

BENEFITS

Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being.  These benefits include but are not limited to*:

For your Health & Well-Being

• Medical – HMO & PPO Plans
• Dental – HMO & PPO Plans
• Vision or Vision Reimbursement
• Share the Savings
• Basic Life Insurance 
• Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees)
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance 
• County Allowance Credit
• Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services
• Employee Assistance Program

For your Financial Future

• Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan)
• Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan)

For your Work/Life Balance

• 11 paid holidays
• Floating Holidays
• Vacation and sick leave accrual
• Vacation purchase program
• Management Paid Leave**
• Catastrophic Sick Leave
• Group Auto/Home Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits Program
• Guaranteed Ride Home
• Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts)
• Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.)
• Child Care Resources
• 1^st United Services Credit Union 

*Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement.  This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change.

** Non-exempt management employees are entitled to up to three days of management paid leave. Exempt management employees are entitled to up to seven days of management paid leave.