Placer County

Project Manager - I (#14791)

$34.37-$42.94 Hourly / $5,957.47-$7,442.93 Monthly / $71,489.60-$89,315.20 Yearly

Project Manager - II (#14793)

$37.91-$47.34 Hourly / $6,571.07-$8,205.60 Monthly / $78,852.80-$98,467.20 Yearly


DEFINITION

To develop and manage capital improvement, construction, or real estate services projects from inception to completion; to perform space assessment and financial and administrative studies related to capital improvement, construction, or real estate services projects  and/or capital park, trail, and open space development projects; negotiate and administer consultant  and lease agreements, and assist in real estate acquisition and disposition; and to provide support services to departments on facility-related issues.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Project Manager I
This is the entry-level class in the Project Manager series. This class is distinguished from the journey level by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within this series. Employees at this level are not expected to perform with the same independence of direction and judgment on matters allocated to the journey level. Since this is an entry-level class, employees may have limited related work experience. Employees work under general supervision while learning job tasks.

Project Manager II
This is the full journey-level class within the Project Manager series. This class is distinguished from Project Manager I by the assignment of the full range of duties. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the entry level.
This class is distinguished from the Senior Project Manager in that the latter performs the most difficult and complex project management assignments and exercises direct supervision over lower level professional, technical, and clerical staff.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Project Manager I
Receives general supervision from management or other professional staff, and may receive technical and functional supervision from senior, supervisory, or management staff.

Project Manager II
Receives direct supervision from management or higher level professional staff, and may receive technical and functional supervision from senior, supervisory, or management staff.
May exercise technical and functional supervision over technical and clerical staff.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES – Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Confer with department staff regarding budget requests for facility maintenance and improvements, space needs, and leases or prospective lease space; when assigned to support parks and open space, confer with department staff regarding budget requests for capital park, trail, and open space development projects.
• Gather and analyze data and information affecting departmental space and facility needs; and conduct studies concerning suitability of existing and proposed buildings, including administrative and fiscal analysis.
• Determine feasibility and costs of requests for services and proposed projects; prepare budgets, cost estimates, and project schedules for capital projects.
• Plan, coordinate, and monitor facility improvement and maintenance projects; develop scope of work; confer with departments and consultants; prepare plans, documents, budget reports, and authorization-related recommendations.
• Manage bid process, including pre-bid conferences and walk-throughs; provide technical information in response to bidder inquiries.
• Assist in the administration of project contracts. 
• Manage project budgets, conduct field inspections, and assist in the regulatory permitting process.
• Assist in the planning, monitoring, and determination of the acquisition, development, and market potential of real property; assist in disposing real property.
• Assist in property management related issues such as response to tenant requests; and in the negotiation and administration of property leases and consultant agreements.
• Plan, coordinate, and implement various facility safety, energy management, building systems, and hazardous materials projects.
• Review building maintenance  system plans and accept on behalf of the County, inspect building maintenance  systems during construction and accept  building maintenance  systems on behalf of the County after installation.
• Perform diagnostics, prepare reports, correspondence, agreements, graphs, and tables; make presentations at public meetings as required.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other County employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Provide ongoing field support for building systems.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in both an indoor office environment and in the field requiring travel to various locations throughout the County in a variety of outdoor weather conditions. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Project Manager I

Experience and Training
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience: No experience required. 

Training: Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business or public administration, facility management, property management, construction management, architecture, civil engineering, project management, communications, land use and urban development, finance, real estate, or a related field.

Required License or Certificate:

  • Possession of, or ability to obtain a valid driver's license. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required.
  • When assigned to asbestos management program: possession of an Environmental Protection Agency Asbestos Inspector/Manager/ Planner Certification is required.
  • When assigned to manage fire life safety systems:
    • Possession of, or ability to obtain by end of probationary period, an electronic fire life systems certificate issued by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies.
    • Possession of, or ability to obtain by end of probationary period, a fire alarm servicing certificate issued by the National Fire Protection Association.
    • Possession of, or ability to obtain by end of probationary period, life safety system factory certificates or other professional certifications as related to area of assignment, as determined by the department.
  • Possession of professional certifications as related to area of assignment, as determined by the department. 
  • Possession of a project management certificate is desirable. 

Project Manager II

Experience and Training
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience: Two (2) years of responsible property, real estate, or facility-related project management experience performing duties similar to a Project Manager I with Placer County.

Training: Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business or public administration, facility management, property management, construction management, architecture, civil engineering, project management, communications, land use and urban development, finance, real estate, or a related field.

Required License or Certificate:

  • Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid driver's license.  Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required.
  • When assigned to asbestos management program: possession of an Environmental Protection Agency Asbestos Inspector/ Manager/Planner Certification is required.
  • When assigned to manage fire life safety systems:
    • Possession of an electronic fire life systems certificate issued by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies.
    • Possession of a fire alarm servicing certificate issued by the National Fire Protection Association.
    • Possession of life safety system factory certificates or other professional certifications as related to area of assignment, as determined by the Department.
  • Possession of professional certificates as related to area of assignment, as determined by the department. 
  • Possession of a project management certificate is desirable. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Project Manager I

Knowledge of:

  • Principles and practices of project and contract administration, including project budget management and basic accounting.
  • Principles and practices of building design, construction, facility operations, real property management, and real estate services including leasing and marketing.
  • Principles and practices of administrative and fiscal analysis, including assessment of work-related space needs.
  • Learn policies and procedures of the assigned department and its respective divisions.
  • Statistical methods and analysis, and the use of statistics in reports.
  • Mathematics, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
  • Computer software, including word processing, spreadsheet, data base, and graphics applications.
  • Pertinent federal, state, county policies, and local statutes, ordinances, and regulations, including building codes, life safety codes, real estate law and contract law, as needed for area of assignment.
  • Business correspondence and report preparation.
  • Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment.

Ability to:

  • On a continuous basis, understand all aspects of the job; intermittently analyze work papers, reports, and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; interpret drawings and plans; observe, implement, and problem solve operational and technical issues; explain and implement policies, procedures, and contract requirements to consultants, contractors, vendors, and the public; and maintain an awareness of safety at all times.
  • On a continuous basis, sit at a desk and in meetings for long periods of time; intermittently walk, stand, reach, push, pull, bend, squat, crouch, climb, stoop, kneel, or twist while conducting field site inspections; intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation, use telephone, write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; see with sufficient acuity to read characters and decipher colors on a computer screen, in the field, and on the work site; see, hear, and speak with sufficient acuity to examine, assess, and communicate safety conditions in the field; and regularly lift moderate weight.
  • Understand and interpret complex rules and procedures.
  • Conduct administrative, fiscal, and space studies.
  • Plan, coordinate, and monitor facility and/or park improvement projects.
  • Negotiate and administer leases and contract agreements.
  • Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.
  • Obtain information through interview; handle multiple assignments and deal fairly and courteously with the public.
  • Analyze situations quickly and objectively and determine proper course of action. 
  • Use a computer, calculator, basic drafting tools, telephone, facsimile machine, and photocopy machine.
  • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Project Manager II

In addition to the qualifications for Project Manager I:

Knowledge of:

  • Policies and procedures of the assigned department and its respective divisions.
  • County government and services as they relate to facility needs and administrative requirements.
  • Principles and practices of real property management and land use, including property acquisition and real property development.
  • Principles and practices of life safety system design review and inspection.
  • Principles and practices of contract law and negotiations.
  • County procurement policies and procedures.

Ability to:

  • Independently conduct administrative, fiscal, and space studies.
  • Independently plan, coordinate, and monitor facility improvement projects including capital park, trail, and open space development projects for assigned departments. 
  • Independently prepare, negotiate, and administer leases and contract agreements.
  • Evaluate and compare prospective lease space including cost, location, and amenities.

MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION

Length of Probation: 
All permanent appointments to this classification shall serve a probationary period of twelve (12) calendar months or two thousand eighty (2,080) hours, whichever is more. 

Bargaining Unit: 
General


CLASS: 14791; EST: 9/2/1995; REV: 4/11/2022;
CLASS: 14793; EST: 9/2/1995; REV: 4/11/2022;