Facility Ops Project Manager 165784

Facility Ops Project Manager 165784

Salary

$98,508.40 - $142,837.19 Annually

Location

Adams County Government Center, 4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Brighton, CO

Job Type

Regular Full-time

Job Number

07725

Department

Facilities & Fleet Management

Opening Date

11/03/2026

Closing Date

11/8/2026 4:30 PM Mountain

Our Mission

To responsibly serve the Adams County community with integrity and innovation.

EEO

Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Position classification

Onsite -- Job duties and expectations require employee to be regularly scheduled onsite.

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

What Success Looks Like In This Job

The Facility Project Manager position is a highly responsible position that implements, ensures, and oversees all phases of new construction and renovation and capital improvement projects for County facilities, from initiation through planning, design, and construction.This position will prepare cost estimates, budgets, and schedules for potential projects, as well as approved projects. The position will include a focus on project planning and implementation, as well as support County best practices, including Sustainability processes. The position will maintain and ensure effective project communications among all team members.

Examples of Duties for Success

• Develops conceptual plans and budgets for facilities projects.
• Coordinates with elected offices and departments to facilitate facility planning, project budgeting, and scheduling.
• Coordinates with elected offices and departments on Sustainability practices, opportunities, and implementation. Initiatives may be based on energy consumption, sustainability, or similarly focused programs that extend beyond Facilities to county wide programs. Collaborates with and sets a positive example in developing and maintaining a sustainable culture within the county.
• Coordinates and supports the Facilities Maintenance and Operations functions with collaboration, assistance, leadership, and technical expertise as required.
• Develops planning documents for initiation of projects.
• Prepares requests for proposal bids and conducts all necessary meetings to facilitate selecting contractors and services.
• Monitors and reports on all phases of planning and construction.
• Coordinates all parties involved in the planning, design, and construction process.
• Develops and maintains facility project budgets.
• Coordinates with evaluation committees to develop recommendations for selection of professional services, construction services, and contractors.
• Conducts pre-construction conferences, reviews all bids, and recommends award of contract.
• Monitors construction contracts, execution, and distribution.
• Prepares contract change orders and monitors their execution.
• Reviews contract plans and specifications for compliance with appropriate building codes and project requirements.
• Receives pay requests from professional consultants and contractors and approves for payment.
• Monitors and facilitates resolution of construction contract disputes and claims.
• Monitors construction contract close-out and maintains documentation files.
• Assists in development of new standards of practice for project management activities with the Facility Operation management team.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications for Success

• Knowledge of facilities planning and construction management processes and procedures.
• Knowledge of estimating, budgeting, and scheduling practices.
• Knowledge of current status of costs of new construction, escalation factors, and market trends.
• Knowledge of building codes and standards of practice.
• Knowledge of laws governing construction contracts and contracting.
• Knowledge of construction materials and methods.
• Knowledge of supervisory practices and principles.
• Demonstrate practical understanding of integrated facility design and construction (including facility programming), building types/uses, and common construction practices, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), building codes and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrate understanding and application of sustainable, energy efficient, or other environmentally sensitive practices. Focus will not only be on facilities, but also include county wide functions and best practices.
• Highly experienced in developing Request for Proposals (RFP) and Bids for design/consulting services, competitive bid documents for facility projects and furniture, fixtures, and equipment assessment and procurement.
• Highly skilled at defining/assessing project work scope; facility programming and space planning; broad and practical understanding of construction means/methods to ensure that projects achieve their goals and objectives in a timely and cost effective manner.
• Must have excellent communication and presentation skills; working and communicating with all organizational levels and project stakeholders.
• Competency in Microsoft Office applications, AutoCAD (or equal), and other software (i.e. Adobe Acrobat Std/Pro, Construction Estimating programs) to prepare reports and documents that integrate text, graphics, and quantitative information.
• Highly skilled in technology to effectively manage workflow; using smart phone/tablet, applications, traditional laptop/desktop applications, digital photography, etc
• Skill in reading and interpreting plans and specifications and monitoring construction progress.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

More Qualifications for Success

Experience:

• Three (3) years progressively responsible experience in project management or a closely related field, on a wide range and number of small to moderate commercial facility projects and building types, including managing design and specialty consultants, general contractors and sub-contractors, furniture, fixtures, and equipment vendors, is required.
• Experience with sustainability and energy management initiatives, LEAN practices, or similar efficiency focused programs preferred.

Education and Training:

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or a closely related field.
• A master's degree may substitute for 2 years' required experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the bachelors degree. Without a degree, applicant must possess a minimum 7 years' relevant experience.

License or Certificate:

• Possession of a valid CO Driver's License with no restrictions or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Certification as a Project Manager, Facility Manager, Energy Manager, or similar sustainability-focused experience preferred.

Background Check: Must pass a criminal background check.

Adams County and the 17th Judicial District Attorneys Office complies with Colorado's Job Application Fairness Act ("JAFA"). JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant's age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.

Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.

Benefits You Expect:

• AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance
• Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Dental/Vision/Medical Plans
• Generous Vacation/Sick leave
• Long-Term Disability
• Retirement Plan
• Short-Term Disability

Plus some you might not expect:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Fitness Center
• Employee Health Clinics
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Recreation Center Discounts
• Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Wellness programs
• Lactation friendly certified workplace

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Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team. Information provided on the application is used to determine if a candidate meets minimum qualifications. Only information provided at the time of the application being completed will be considered and additional information that is not listed on the application will not be considered when deciding if a candidate meets or does not meet the qualifications. Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to include all information and details on their application. I understand and agree that only information provided at the time of my application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum requirements for this position.

• Yes, I understand and agree
• Yes, I understand but disagree.

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Please select how you meet the minimum qualifications:

• Possession of a masters degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field AND at least one (1) year of progressively responsible experience in project management or a closely related field, involving a variety of small to moderate commercial facility projects and building types, including managing design and specialty consultants, general contractors, subcontractors, and furniture, fixtures, and equipment vendors.
• Possession of a bachelors degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field AND at least three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in project management or a closely related field, involving a variety of small to moderate commercial facility projects and building types, including managing design and specialty consultants, general contractors, subcontractors, and furniture, fixtures, and equipment vendors.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience that meets the minimum qualifications. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the bachelors degree. Without a degree, a minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience is required.
• None of the above.

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Do you possess a valid Colorado drivers license with no restrictions, or can you obtain one within 30 days of hire?

• Yes
• No

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Describe how your experience and education aligns with this position?

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What is the largest or most complex construction project you have personally managed? What was your role and responsibilities?

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What types of projects have you managed in the past?

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What experience do you have with government contracting and procurement?

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Employer Adams County

Address 4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Suite C4000B

Brighton, Colorado, 80601-8213

Website http://www.adamscountyco.gov/careers