Senior Project Manager
Apply NowCompany: Urban League of Portland
Location: Hillsboro, OR 97124
Description:
Washington County's Land Use & Transportation is now hiring a Senior Project Managers to join the Capital Projects Services (CPS) Division!
The Position
The Senior Project Manager defines and coordinates work activities associated with project development and construction of assigned capital improvement projects within Washington County. These projects include roads, bikeways, bridges and sidewalks, and all are intended to improve safety, reduce bottlenecks, and address transportation demands. Successful candidates may manage all aspects or parts of transportation projects, including grant writing, budget development, scheduling, design, permitting, procurement; and construction activities such as monitoring project revenues and expenditures.
The Ideal Candidate Will Be
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role, even if you believe you do not meet all of the hiring criteria described in the minimum qualifications.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
To review the complete classification and list of knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position, follow this link: Senior Project Manager
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
Additional Requirements
Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses. Please note: Answers to the supplemental questions are typically evaluated separately from your application.
The Position
The Senior Project Manager defines and coordinates work activities associated with project development and construction of assigned capital improvement projects within Washington County. These projects include roads, bikeways, bridges and sidewalks, and all are intended to improve safety, reduce bottlenecks, and address transportation demands. Successful candidates may manage all aspects or parts of transportation projects, including grant writing, budget development, scheduling, design, permitting, procurement; and construction activities such as monitoring project revenues and expenditures.
The Ideal Candidate Will Be
- A resourceful problem solver, with strong communication skills, and an adept team builder
- Someone who can define and coordinate work activities associated with project development and construction of capital improvement projects within Washington County
- Experienced in reviewing plans, developing budgets, and leading a team to meet goals
- Experienced with grant writing and applications
- Organized, articulate, and attentive to detail
- Comfortable with current technology and learning new software
- Comfortable working independently
- Interested in being involved with a variety of projects
- Someone with an understanding of permits and regulations that impact transportation projects
- Experienced with federal-aid and state funded transportation projects
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role, even if you believe you do not meet all of the hiring criteria described in the minimum qualifications.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
To review the complete classification and list of knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position, follow this link: Senior Project Manager
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
- A Bachelor's Degree in engineering, surveying, environmental, transportation planning, construction management, public administration, or a closely related field; AND Four (4) years of project management experience in roadway construction, bridge construction, utility construction, or infrastructure construction that included leading and managing discrete projects from initiation and planning through closure and evaluation; OR
- Seven (7) years of professional level project management experience in roadway construction, bridge construction, utility construction, or infrastructure construction that included leading and managing discrete projects from initiation and planning through closure and evaluation may substitute for a Bachelor's Degree.
Additional Requirements
- Must possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record per Washington County policy.
Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses. Please note: Answers to the supplemental questions are typically evaluated separately from your application.