Capital Project Manager III

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Capital Project Manager III

Salary

$0.00 Annually

Location

1120 SW 5th Ave, OR

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

2017-00637

Bureau

Bureau of Environmental Services

Opening Date

08/07/2017

Closing Date

9/4/2017 11:59 AM Pacific

The Position



Applications for this position will be accepted, on-line, until 50 completed applications have been received, but will close no later thanApril 15th at 11:59PM .  Once the application limit is hit, the job announcement will be removed. 

The City of Portland is seeking a highly-motivated Capital Project Manager III for the Capital Projects Division - a part of the Policy, Planning & Projects group within the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT).  The Capital Project Manager III is a senior team leader and demonstrates strong technical expertise in providing direction on large, complex, high-profile, politically-sensitive transportation capital projects.  The Capital Project Manager III plans and manages all aspects of assigned transportation infrastructure project design, development and implementation including technical research/analysis, funding and cost analysis, scheduling, public involvement, project budgeting, project performance/ results and provides leadership for staff teams.  

This position will guide assigned projects to shape the city and support growth.  In order to accomplish this, they will work closely and cooperatively with the Policy, Planning and Project division staff  and consultant teams, as well as other City bureaus, regional partner agencies, and the public. Although not required, the ideal candidate will have experience with supporting the development and management of benchmarking, innovative and/or entrepreneurial projects that have the potential to impact transportation futures (e.g. mass transit, bridge structures, autonomous vehicles). 

The Portland Bureau of Transportation is a community partner in shaping a livable city.  We plan, build, manager and maintain an effective and safe transportation system that provides people and businesses access and mobility.  We keep Portland moving.  For more information about the Portland Bureau of Transportation, please visit www.portlandoregon.gov/pbot.  The Portland Bureau of Transportation embraces diversity, models inclusivity and promotes equity through its service delivery, internal operations, organizational culture, and in its work with partners and the community.
 

To Qualify

The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:

  1. Knowledge of public works project management principles, processes, systems, and techniques. 
  2. Knowledge of the practices of civil engineering and infrastructure design including modern methods of construction and/or structural design concepts.
  3. Experience providing assistance and/or leadership on assigned projects including planning, organizing, reviewing, and/or evaluating the work of professional, technical, and/or administrative staff.
  4.  Experience  to interpret and apply complex rules, regulations and/or ordinances.
  5. Experience to exercise sound independent judgment and initiative within established guidelines such as evaluating alternate project approaches and adopting effective solutions.

The Recruitment Process

An evaluation of each applicant's training and experience, as demonstrated in their resume, cover letter, and answers to the supplemental questions, weighted 100%. . Do not attach materials not requested. Only candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. You have 14 days from the notice of the examination results to let us know if you disagree with your results. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information. Additional evaluation may be required prior to establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection

Additional Information

Applicant Instructions 

Applicants must submit a professional resume online, specifically focused on your qualifications for this position as identified in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement in accordance with the following Application Instructions: 

 
Your resume and answers to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.   

  • Your answers to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement.
  • Your resume should support the details described in your answers to the supplemental questions.
  • If you are requesting Veteran's Preference, as identified below, please describe in your answers any transferrable skills obtained during your military service and how they relate to each of the required minimum qualifications under the "To Qualify" section above.  
  • Your resume is recommended to not exceed a total of two (2) pages combined.   

This recruitment will remain open until 100 applications have been received or until the posted closing date, Monday January 7th @ 11:59PM whichever comes first.  The job posting will be pulled when we have hit the 100 application limit.   All completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than  the closing date and time of this recruitment. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted. 
   
If you are requesting Veteran's Preference, attach a copy of your DD214 / DD215 and / or Veteran's Administration Letter stating your disability to your profile, as well as checking the box identifying yourself as a Veteran. You must request Veteran's Preference AND include a copy of your documentation for each recruitment you apply for. 

Veteran's Preference documentation must be submitted no later than the closing date and time of this recruitment

Non-citizen applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at time of application. 

It is the policy of the City of Portland that no person shall be discriminated against based on race, religion, color, sex, marital status, family status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or source of income. The City values diversity and encourages everyone who is interested in employment with the City to apply. If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, the requests must be made to the Analyst(s) named below No Later Than the Closing Date of This Announcement.
 

Questions? 
Emily  Mavraganis
Sr. Recruiter
Bureau of Human Resources 
emily.mavraganis@portlandoregon.gov
503-823-3314

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
 

A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to  
  • Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental) 
  • Carrot Fertility 
  • Wellness Benefits 
  • Life Insurance 
  • Short- and Long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families.  
  • Employee Assistance Plan 
  • Flexible Spending Accounts 
  • Retirement 
  • Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), including contributions to the PERS IAP plan paid by employer
  • Family Medical Leave 
  • City Paid Parental Leave 
AND SO MANY MORE! 

Benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers.

 

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Thank you for your interest in joining the team at the City of Portland. We sincerely value your time and hope to make your application experience as positive as possible.

The following supplemental questions are an important step in the examination and selection process to assist us in determining if you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to succeed in the posted vacancy.

A lack of a complete and thorough response to each of the supplemental questions in the space provided may result in disqualification from the examination. In addition, the selections you make and responses you provide in the questionnaire must accurately reflect what is documented in your work history.

All of the supplemental questions below that are specifically listed in the "To Qualify" section are required for this position. Please provide unique responses for each question that specifically address the qualification(s). Answering "No", "See resume", or entering "N/A" in the open text field to any of the minimum qualifications may result in elimination from further consideration.

If you are requesting veterans preference, please be sure to not only select that you are a veteran, but also upload a copy of your DD214 and/or Veteran's administration letter stating your disability. Veteran's preference documentation must be submitted by the closing time of this announcement.

Have you read and understood all of the information listed above?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Where did you first learn about this job opportunity? (If on a website or job board, please specify which one)
03
Do you have knowledge of public works project management principles, processes, systems, and techniques.
  • Yes
  • No
04
Please describe how you obtained your knowledge of the practices of civil engineering and infrastructure design including modern methods of construction and/or structural design concepts.

In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as,

  • Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability;
  • Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer); and
  • Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill or ability.
(Enter N/A, if you do not have relevant experience)
05
Do you have knowledge of the practices of civil engineering and infrastructure design including modern methods of construction and/or structural design concepts?
  • Yes
  • No
06
Please describe an example of how you obtained your knowledge of the practices of civil engineering and infrastructure design including modern methods of construction and/or structural design concepts.

In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as,

  • Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability;
  • Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer); and
  • Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill or ability.
(Enter N/A, if you do not have relevant experience)
07
Do you have experience providing assistance and/or leadership on assigned projects including planning, organizing, reviewing, and/or evaluating the work of professional, technical, and/or administrative staff?
  • Yes
  • No
08
Please describe an example of your experience providing assistance and/or leadership on assigned projects including planning, organizing, reviewing, and/or evaluating the work of professional, technical, and/or administrative staff.

In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as,

  • Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability;
  • Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer); and
  • Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill or ability.
(Enter N/A, if you do not have relevant experience)
09
Do you have experience to interpret and apply complex rules, regulations and/or ordinances?
  • Yes
  • No
10
Please describe an example of your experience to interpret and apply complex rules, regulations and/or ordinances.

In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as,

  • Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability;
  • Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer); and
  • Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill or ability.
(Enter N/A, if you do not have relevant experience)
11
Do you have experience to exercise sound independent judgment and initiative within established guidelines such as evaluating alternate project approaches and adopting effective solutions?
  • Yes
  • No
12
Please describe an example of your experience to exercise sound independent judgment and initiative within established guidelines such as evaluating alternate project approaches and adopting effective solutions.

In your response, include details which clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as,

  • Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability;
  • Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer); and
  • Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill or ability.
(Enter N/A, if you do not have relevant experience)

Required Question

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