Chief of Construction Services
Apply NowCompany: County of Santa Clara, CA
Location: San Jose, CA 95123
Description:
Salary : $178,447.36 - $217,765.60 Annually
Location : San Jose Metropolitan Area, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 25-L21-A
Department: Facilities Department
Division: Capital Programs Division
Opening Date: 04/04/2025
Closing Date: 4/18/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: 92
Description
Under general direction of the Manager, Capital Program Division, supervises a team of project managers, construction managers, construction inspectors and consultant program managers for the project management, liaison, inspection, and contract administration for the design, construction and modification of County buildings and structures.
Typical Tasks
Employment Standards
Sufficient education, training, and experience to demonstrate the attainment of the knowledge and abilities listed below:
Experience Note:The knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the duties of this position would typically be acquired by training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in a related field such as Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management
and
Three (3) years increasingly responsible experience as a construction manager or project manager for facilities construction projects including extensive experience in managing public sector facilities projects.
Demonstrated knowledge of:
The County offers comprehensive first-class medical, dental, and vision benefits plans for County employees and their dependents, including plans with no deductibles, no co-pays, no co-insurance, and no prescription drug co-pays. Learn more
The County also offers generous paid time off with significant vacation, sick time, and 13 paid County holidays annually! Details are included in the with the bargaining unit applicable to the job classification.
In addition to the amazing perks above, the County also offers the additional benefits below.
Retirement Benefits
The County offers robust retirement plans including a (similar to the private sector's 401(k) plan) and the In addition to lifetime retirement income available through the CalPERS pension plan, the 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan provides a great way to save for retirement and supplement the defined benefit pension available to employees. These plans help our employees build a plan for their future and contribute to their family's long-term financial well-being.
Health Flexible Spending Account
The empowers employees to manage healthcare expenses efficiently with tax-free contributions (up to $3,200 for the 2024 calendar year). Secure tax-free solutions for your healthcare expenses and enjoy the flexibility to manage your healthcare finances effectively with the HFSA.
Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
The enables employees to utilize tax-free funds for dependent care services, facilitating a convenient and cost-effective approach for managing your dependent care expenses. The County also offers the , an employer-funded DCAP, for employees with annual income under $120,000.
Life and AD&D
The County offers life and disability benefits including , Insurance, These benefits ensure financial security and income support when you and your family need it most.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The County prioritizes employee mental health and well-being and offers a top-tier through Concern providing confidential counseling sessions covering stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, as well as financial/legal services, personal coaching, child and elder care referrals, and comprehensive crisis support.
Employee Wellness
The offers free wellness programing, fitness classes and resources; including Elevate My Wellness an all-in-one platform designed to elevate your well-being journey.
Education Reimbursement
A generous program is available, including Education Reimbursement for employees seeking additional training and professional development.
NOTE: Benefit and Retirement information may vary from bargaining unit to bargaining unit. Due to changes in State Law, current pension provisions described in the union contracts are not automatically applied. Specific pension benefits for new hires who start on or after January 1, 2013 may be different than indicated in the union contracts.
Click here to access all Memoranda of Understanding and most recent Summary of Changes.
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Please answer the following questions. Completion of the following supplemental questions is REQUIRED and is an integral part of the evaluation process. Initially, it will be used to determine minimum qualifications. For those applicants meeting the employment standards, this information will be critical in the subsequent competitive assessment to identify those candidates to be invited to continue in the examination process. Your responses to the questions may also be reviewed and scored in a Competitive Rating evaluation process based on pre-determined rating criteria. Your answers should be as complete as possible, as no additional information will be accepted from applicants once the Competitive Rating evaluation has begun. A response of "see resume" or "see application" will deem your application incomplete. Please include the name of employers, job titles, dates of employment, and hours worked per week for questions asking about work experience.
Do you understand these requirements?
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What is the highest level of education you have completed?
03
If you selected a degree in the previous question, what is your area of study?
04
If you selected "other closely related field" in the question above, please specify the area of study. If none, type N/A
05
Do you possess a current professional architect or civil, mechanical, or structural engineer registration/licensure issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers?
06
If yes, please list your professional architect or civil, mechanical, or structural engineer license number and expiration date. Please attach proof of it. If you do not possess this, type N/A.If you do not possess a California Professional Licensure/Certification, please type in "N/A".
07
How many years of experience do you possess as a construction manager?
08
Describe your work experience as a construction manager.
Include in your response:
a) Employer name(s)
b) Job title(s)
c) Start/end dates of employment (Month/Year)
d) Total hours worked per week
e) Description of task(s) performed
If no experience, please type N/A.
09
How many years of experience do you possess as a project manager for facilities construction projects which include experience in managing public sector facilities projects?
10
Describe your work experience as a project manager for facilities construction projects. Please include experience in managing public sector facilities projects.
Include in your response:
a) Employer name(s)
b) Job title(s)
c) Start/end dates of employment (Month/Year)
d) Total hours worked per week
e) Description of task(s) performed
If no experience, please type N/A.
11
Describe your supervisory experience, including planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of staff.
Include in your response:
a) Employer name(s)
b) Job title(s)
c) Start/end dates of employment (Month/Year)
d) Total hours worked per week
e) Description of task(s) performed
If no experience, please type N/A.
12
Do you understand and agree to possess a valid California Driver's license prior to appointment, and the ability to qualify for and maintain a County Drivers Permit?
13
How did you find out about this job?
14
If you selected an event/fair or other in the question above. Please specify. If not, type n/a.
Required Question
Location : San Jose Metropolitan Area, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 25-L21-A
Department: Facilities Department
Division: Capital Programs Division
Opening Date: 04/04/2025
Closing Date: 4/18/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: 92
Description
Under general direction of the Manager, Capital Program Division, supervises a team of project managers, construction managers, construction inspectors and consultant program managers for the project management, liaison, inspection, and contract administration for the design, construction and modification of County buildings and structures.
Typical Tasks
- Participates in the development of project scope, budget, funding, and schedule;
- Participates as a member of consultant selection committee and participates in for fee negotiations and approval of contracts;
- Communicates among the County, consultants, and other interested agencies or parties;
- Responsible for keeping construction projects within approved budgets and their schedule; analyzes claims and approves consultant/contractor payment requests;
- Participates in public hearings; prepares and presents project status reports;
- Provides guidance to subordinate staff and consultants on project criteria, regulations, codes, standards and schedules;
- Identifies and manages responses to CEQA, ADA, energy conservation, and other special requirements;
- Participates in the development of strategic facilities plans and assessments of existing structures;
- Reviews and approves technical reports, and contract documents to assure adequacy, and compliance with project constructability and cost efficiency;
- Supervises the inspection and approval of the completion of construction projects;
- Works with subordinate staff to ensure timely close out of completed projects;
- Develops policy and procedures to ensure quality control of all construction and inspection related functions.
Employment Standards
Sufficient education, training, and experience to demonstrate the attainment of the knowledge and abilities listed below:
Experience Note:The knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the duties of this position would typically be acquired by training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in a related field such as Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management
and
Three (3) years increasingly responsible experience as a construction manager or project manager for facilities construction projects including extensive experience in managing public sector facilities projects.
Demonstrated knowledge of:
- Public contracting, construction, inspection and design practices including quality assurance and quality control, building codes, all aspects of capital project management, and supervision of technical staff.
- Supervise the analysis of departmental needs relating to large and complex construction projects and participate in the preparation of project scope, budgets, and schedules;
- Supervise the planning and program administration of large and complex design and construction projects;
- Supervise and train subordinate staff;
- Supervise culturally diverse groups of subordinate staff
- Manage small to large facility construction, alteration and repair projects
The County offers comprehensive first-class medical, dental, and vision benefits plans for County employees and their dependents, including plans with no deductibles, no co-pays, no co-insurance, and no prescription drug co-pays. Learn more
The County also offers generous paid time off with significant vacation, sick time, and 13 paid County holidays annually! Details are included in the with the bargaining unit applicable to the job classification.
In addition to the amazing perks above, the County also offers the additional benefits below.
Retirement Benefits
The County offers robust retirement plans including a (similar to the private sector's 401(k) plan) and the In addition to lifetime retirement income available through the CalPERS pension plan, the 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan provides a great way to save for retirement and supplement the defined benefit pension available to employees. These plans help our employees build a plan for their future and contribute to their family's long-term financial well-being.
Health Flexible Spending Account
The empowers employees to manage healthcare expenses efficiently with tax-free contributions (up to $3,200 for the 2024 calendar year). Secure tax-free solutions for your healthcare expenses and enjoy the flexibility to manage your healthcare finances effectively with the HFSA.
Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
The enables employees to utilize tax-free funds for dependent care services, facilitating a convenient and cost-effective approach for managing your dependent care expenses. The County also offers the , an employer-funded DCAP, for employees with annual income under $120,000.
Life and AD&D
The County offers life and disability benefits including , Insurance, These benefits ensure financial security and income support when you and your family need it most.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The County prioritizes employee mental health and well-being and offers a top-tier through Concern providing confidential counseling sessions covering stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, as well as financial/legal services, personal coaching, child and elder care referrals, and comprehensive crisis support.
Employee Wellness
The offers free wellness programing, fitness classes and resources; including Elevate My Wellness an all-in-one platform designed to elevate your well-being journey.
Education Reimbursement
A generous program is available, including Education Reimbursement for employees seeking additional training and professional development.
NOTE: Benefit and Retirement information may vary from bargaining unit to bargaining unit. Due to changes in State Law, current pension provisions described in the union contracts are not automatically applied. Specific pension benefits for new hires who start on or after January 1, 2013 may be different than indicated in the union contracts.
Click here to access all Memoranda of Understanding and most recent Summary of Changes.
01
Please answer the following questions. Completion of the following supplemental questions is REQUIRED and is an integral part of the evaluation process. Initially, it will be used to determine minimum qualifications. For those applicants meeting the employment standards, this information will be critical in the subsequent competitive assessment to identify those candidates to be invited to continue in the examination process. Your responses to the questions may also be reviewed and scored in a Competitive Rating evaluation process based on pre-determined rating criteria. Your answers should be as complete as possible, as no additional information will be accepted from applicants once the Competitive Rating evaluation has begun. A response of "see resume" or "see application" will deem your application incomplete. Please include the name of employers, job titles, dates of employment, and hours worked per week for questions asking about work experience.
Do you understand these requirements?
- Yes
- No
02
What is the highest level of education you have completed?
- High School or GED equivalent
- College (1 to 29 semester / 1 to 44 quarter units)
- College (30 to 59 semester / 45 to 89 quarter units)
- College (60 to 89 semester / 90 to 134 quarter units)
- College (90 to 119 semester / 135 to 179 quarter units)
- College (120 or more semester / 180 or more quarter units)
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctoral Degree
03
If you selected a degree in the previous question, what is your area of study?
- Engineering
- Architecture
- Construction Management
- Other closely related field
- Not Applicable
04
If you selected "other closely related field" in the question above, please specify the area of study. If none, type N/A
05
Do you possess a current professional architect or civil, mechanical, or structural engineer registration/licensure issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers?
- Yes
- No
06
If yes, please list your professional architect or civil, mechanical, or structural engineer license number and expiration date. Please attach proof of it. If you do not possess this, type N/A.If you do not possess a California Professional Licensure/Certification, please type in "N/A".
07
How many years of experience do you possess as a construction manager?
- No experience
- Less than three years
- Three to less than four years
- Four to less than five years
- Five years or more
08
Describe your work experience as a construction manager.
Include in your response:
a) Employer name(s)
b) Job title(s)
c) Start/end dates of employment (Month/Year)
d) Total hours worked per week
e) Description of task(s) performed
If no experience, please type N/A.
09
How many years of experience do you possess as a project manager for facilities construction projects which include experience in managing public sector facilities projects?
- No experience
- Less than three years
- Three to less than four years
- Four to less than five years
- Five or more years
10
Describe your work experience as a project manager for facilities construction projects. Please include experience in managing public sector facilities projects.
Include in your response:
a) Employer name(s)
b) Job title(s)
c) Start/end dates of employment (Month/Year)
d) Total hours worked per week
e) Description of task(s) performed
If no experience, please type N/A.
11
Describe your supervisory experience, including planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of staff.
Include in your response:
a) Employer name(s)
b) Job title(s)
c) Start/end dates of employment (Month/Year)
d) Total hours worked per week
e) Description of task(s) performed
If no experience, please type N/A.
12
Do you understand and agree to possess a valid California Driver's license prior to appointment, and the ability to qualify for and maintain a County Drivers Permit?
- Yes
- No
13
How did you find out about this job?
- Contacted by County Recruiter
- Contacted by a Recruitment Firm
- County Employee Referral
- County of Santa Clara Career Website
- County of Santa Clara Job Interests Email Notification
- Indeed
- Virtual Job Fair
- In Person Job Fair
- In-Person Networking Professional Event
- Virtual Networking Event
- Community Event
- Glassdoor
- Governmentjobs.com
- Professional Association
- Search Engine (Google, Bing, online search, etc.)
- Hospital Website: SCVMC, O'Connor Hospital, St. Louise Regional Hospital Website
- Handshake
- Student Career Center
- County Text Message
- Other (Specify in the next question)
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If you selected an event/fair or other in the question above. Please specify. If not, type n/a.
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