Utilities Construction Project Manager/Senior Project Manager - Department Promotional

Utilities Construction Project Manager/Senior Project Manager - Department Promotional

Salary

$108,885.80 - $163,329.05 Annually

Location

305 West Third Street, Oxnard 93030, CA

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

3365-PW-2607-JR

Department

PUBLIC WORKS

Opening Date

07/01/2026

Closing Date

7/16/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

• Description
• Benefits

Description

The City of Oxnards Public Works Department is seeking a Utilities Construction Project Manager or a Utilities Construction Project Manager Senior with strong analytical and project management skills to be part of the team. This individual must have a positive and energetic leadership style and a willingness to take a "hands-on" approach, as well as the ability to collaborate, develop, and recommend comprehensive solutions as required. The ideal candidate will have a background in public sector capital projects specific to the potable water, recycled water, and wastewater fields and be familiar with project management best practices.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Provides coordination and oversight of project design, construction, and budget; monitors adherence of projects and processes with policies, procedures, applicable code, specifications, regulations and standards; makes decisions about project engineering and budgets.
• Coordinate project activities with both internal City staff, and external agencies and/or interests.
• Gathers field information/data as it applies to assigned project management.
• Provides project management (both internal and contracted projects) and coordination of stakeholders and resources, which may include consultant selection process, project scoping, contract negotiation, design oversight, schedule monitoring, budget development and funding administration, and project close-out.
• Oversees and administers projects including bid and contract administration, oversight, coordination of permitting, document reviews, and facilitation of progress meetings.
• Construction administration duties also include providing guidance to inspection staff and being available to them for questions arising from the construction project, coordination and oversight of consultants, reviewing and approving shop drawings, review and approve pay requests, responding to requests for information from contractors, reviewing and approving change orders, periodic construction site visits, conduct construction progress meetings, making decisions that pertain to the project.
• Attends, conducts and delivers presentations at various meetings; performs public outreach; prepares agendas, reports, cost estimates, computations, specifications, schedules, engineering drawings and other related documentation and communications materials.

PAYROLL/CLASSIFICATION TITLE:

Utilities Construction Project Manager or Utilities Construction Project Manager Senior

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This classification is distinguished from the Construction Project Manager in that is responsible for the substantial administration of assigned Capital Improvement Projects, specific, but not limited to, potable water, recycled water, and wastewater fields.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

Receives general supervision and is expected to prioritize work to meet deadlines and to keep the supervisor informed of issues that would impact achievement of a deadline, organizational policy or procedure or in consideration of risk management.

WORK SCHEDULE:

The normal work week is Monday through Thursday, 8:00am to 6:00pm and alternating Fridays 8:00am to 5:00pm. Depending on the work assignment and project status, staff may be assigned to a shift that is outside the standard work hours. In addition, this position may be required to be available to work additional hours in response to peaks in workloads and changes in department needs as well as public meetings. The standard work environment varies depending on assignment but is typically either primarily in an office setting or out in the field. The City does not offer hybrid or remote work.

NOTE: The salary range listed is for the Utilities Construction Project Manager. The salary range for the Utilities Construction Project Manager, Senior is $101,232.84 to $176,991.50 annually.

Essential Functions

This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.

• Reviews construction documents for discrepancies and performs value engineering analysis; makes recommendations based on engineering and utility operational needs and findings.
• Prepares RFQs and RFPs and selects professional consultants.
• Negotiates and administers contracts.
• Schedules construction work design, arranges inspections, defines/manages project phases based upon plant operational impacts and input from the operational staff, and coordinates work with project development team.
• Manages, prepares and administers project budgets and schedules, tracks grant requirements, and reviews the work of professional and technical consultants and contractors.

Minimum Qualifications

The following are the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the classification:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Utilities Construction Project Manager

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, public administration, architecture, project management or directly related field

• Three (3) years of construction/ project management experience with utility related projects or similar, such as potable water, recycled water, and/or wastewater infrastructure and systems

Utilities Construction Project Manager, Senior

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, public administration, architecture, project management or directly related field

• Five (5) years of construction/ project management experience with utility related projects or similar, such as potable water, recycled water, and/or wastewater infrastructure and systems

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Valid California Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
• You must be a current Public Works Department employee with the City of Oxnard.

General Information

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs online application.

• Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required.

• Upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript), or other requested documents.

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.

The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time, part-time, and temporary assignments. This recruitment is being conducted concurrently for two classifications to fill one (1) vacancy. The position may be filled at either level depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate. There is one (1) full-time vacancy within the Public Works Department.

Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough reference check and background investigation. Some positions that work with or have access to the Police Department may require a polygraph exam. Select positions may require candidates to undergo a pre-employment medical and/or psychological evaluation.

UNION MEMBERSHIP:

Positions in this classification are represented by the Oxnard Mid-Managers Association (OMMA).

NOTE:

For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.

Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.

Employees are required to participate in the Citys direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.

This position requires a 12-month probationary period. Internal applicant probationary periods will be governed by the applicable MOU.

Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.

If a candidate accepts a conditional job offer with the City of Oxnard, any and all pending applications for active recruitments with the City of Oxnard will be withdrawn and no longer considered.

This position is not governed by the overtime provisions of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:

The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or sexual orientation.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodation for people/individuals with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing within three business days of your scheduled interview or exam date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.

LEGAL REQUIREMENT:

On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS. 888-897-7781 dhs.gov/e-verify

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Jackie Ramos at jackie.ramos@oxnard.org.

NOTE:

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

Retirement Contributions:

New members (as defined by PEPRA), 2% @ 62; "Classic" members 2% @ 55. The employee will be required to pay a portion of their annual earnings toward their retirement. The City of Oxnard does not participate in social security.

Safety Designated Positions: New members (as defined by PEPRA), 2.7% @ 57; "Classic" members 3% @ 50. The employee will be required to pay a portion of their annual earnings toward their retirement depending on their relevant MOU. The City of Oxnard does not participate in social security.

Vacation/Annual Accrual Rates:

Leave accrual rates vary between 6.24 - 11.78 hours per pay period based on years of service.

Administrative Leave:

Management employees are not compensated for overtime worked. However, the department director may authorize up to 40 hours of administrative leave in one year.

Deferred Compensation:

The City contributes 1% of employee salary to a 401(a) plan of its choosing.

Retirement Health Savings

The City contributes 1% to a retirement health savings account.

Bilingual Pay: A regular full time employee may receive bilingual pay at the rate of $50.00-$100.00 bi-weekly depending on the Level the employee is required to provide bilingual services as determined by the City Manager or designee.

Health and Dental:

Employees can choose from a variety of medical plans provided by the City. The Citys contribution to medical coverage is outlined below:

Level One - For employees hired before January 1, 2023, the City contributes $1,543.00 per month toward medical insurance premiums and an additional $74.21 per month toward dental insurance premiums. Employees will receive cash back if the medical plan they choose is less than the City's monthly contribution of $1,543.00 per month. Employees who waive medical insurance will receive cash back in the amount $1,243.00 per month provided they provide proof of other qualifying coverage. Any unused dental premium monies are paid to the employee. If employees hired prior to January 1, 2023 make any changes to their health plan, they will be placed in level two.

Level Two - For employees hired on or after January 1, 2023, the City will contribute $2,054 per month towards medical insurance premiums with no cash back. Employees who waive medical insurance will receive $500.00 per month cash back provided they show proof of other qualifying coverage. The City will provide $66.80 per month towards dental insurance.

Holidays:

The City observes 12 holidays per year

Life Insurance:

City employees receive Basic Life Coverage ($7,500) + 1 times annual salary 100% paid by the City. Employees also have the option to purchase additional insurance.

Tuition Reimbursement:

Full-time employees are eligible for 100% reimbursement for work-related coursework up to a maximum of $5,000 per fiscal year.

Employer City of Oxnard

Address 300 West Third St

Oxnard, California, 93030

Phone (805) 385-7590

Website http://www.oxnard.org