Capital Improvement Project Manager I

The Job


This position serves as the first step on the Project Manager career ladder, and serves as an excellent development opportunity for candidates seeking professional growth!

The Project & Facilities Management Department (PFMD) is seeking motivated Capital Improvement Project Managers I, who are responsible for the oversight of design and construction of capital projects, including renovations, expansions, new facilities, and infrastructure, as well as landscape projects. Capital Improvement Project Managers I work under close supervision and are responsible for smaller and less complex capital improvement projects. Capital Improvement Project Managers I may assist higher-level Project Managers in the coordination of larger and more complex projects.

Some of the typical duties performed by Capital Improvement Project Managers I include:

• Negotiates and administers contracts for design and construction.
• Organizes bid packages.
• Prepares advertisements for bids.

For more detailed information, refer to the Capital Improvement Project Manager I job description.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Exceptional benefits plus c ompetitive base salary up to $ 99,694.40 a nnually (DOQ)
3% Annual Across the Board Salary Increases in February 2026
Bi-annual step increases of 2.5% up to Step 14

MBO (Modified Benefits Option)
Boost your base pay by $1.75/hr for up to $103,334.40 annually when you choose our Modified Benefits Option!

Benefits Overview

HEALTH BENEFITS

PAID TIME OFF

RETIREMENT PERKS

• Medical & Dental: Family Coverage
• Vision: Employee Coverage
• Premium subsidies to offset health costs
• Flexible Spending Account: Pre-tax account for qualified healthcare expenses

• Up to 4 weeks accruable vacation with cash-out option
• 11 days accruable sick leave
• 15 paid holidays
• Perfect Attendance Leave
• Flexible work schedules (in some departments)

• Generous pension
• Retirement reciprocity may be available!
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Retirement Medical Trust (RMT)

DCAP Account - County Paid Life Insurance - AD&D Insurance - 529 Savings Plan - Short & Long-Term Disability
Wellness Program - Commuter Services - Employee Discounts - Annual Tuition Reimbursement

Review the Employee Benefits Summary by following this LINK .

Modified Benefits Option (MBO): Learn more about MBO and how you can increase your base pay by $1.75!

The Project & Facilities Management Department (PFM D ) is a multi-disciplined department of professionals providing San Bernardino County with comprehensive building and facilities services. The d epartment builds and maintains the majority of the County's vast infrastructure, which includes over 250 facilities. Several key departments served include Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, Fire District, Sheriff, Probation, Regional Parks, County Administrative Offices, Library, Museum, and many more!

The Project Management team is committed to the timely and cost-effective design and construction of projects included in the County's annual Capital Improvement Program. Additionally, the team is dedicated to providing quality improvements to ensure acceptable and safe environments for County departments and the public they serve.

The Project Management team are forward thinkers, seeking innovative solutions to improve processes, deliver quality services, and develop meaningful relationships with customers. Additionally, the team are hands-on, independent, and self-motivating, preparing bid packages and advertisements for procurement, negotiating and administering contracts for design and construction, and providing inspection and construction project management services from concept through occupancy.

In addition, the Facilities Management team comprises over 100 dedicated staff who oversee the operations, maintenance, landscaping, and custodial services for most County-owned facilities.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must successfully pass a background check and a job-related physical exam, including a drug test, prior to employment.

Travel: Travel throughout the County is required. A valid California Class C driver's license is required at time of appointment. Employees in this class may be required to use personal vehicles and show proof of automobile liability insurance. Mileage reimbursement may be available.

Physical: This position includes the following demands: frequent sitting; occasional walking, standing, bending, and squatting; fine manipulation in both hands; continuously reach or work below the shoulder level; must frequently demonstrate near vision and occasionally demonstrate far vision; occasionally lift or carry ten (10) pounds or less; occasionally work near equipment and machinery on rough, uneven, rocky, or slippery surfaces; occasionally exposed to dust, gas, toxic materials, noise, and extremes in temperature and/or humidity; occasionally use protective equipment or clothing.

Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

*Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Realignment Sales Tax Collections performance.

Minimum Requirements

OPTION 1

Experience: One (1) year of professional-level project management experience over multiple building and improvement projects, with responsibility from conception to completion.

Experience may include the following: assisting in the development and updating of project schedules, assisting in tracking construction budgets, managing Requests For Information, and coordinating design and construction submittals.
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Education*: Associate Degree (or higher) from an accredited college or university in Project Management, Construction Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a closely related field.

OPTION 2

Experience: Three (3) years of professional-level experience demonstrating frequent problem-solving, critical thinking, and management of multiple stakeholders' needs. Duties must include project documentation, informing stakeholders of project statuses, and managing contracts/agreements. Experience in construction trades is preferred.

*Education Substitutions

You may substitute the associate degree if you meet one of the following options:

• Successful completion of a formal apprenticeship program in construction related trades resulting in journey-level status.
  
• One (1) additional year of qualifying experience with possession of 15 semester (23 quarter) units of coursework in the noted fields of study.
  
• Two (2) additional years of qualifying experience.
  

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Demonstrated leadership ability with strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong construction project management experience
• Detail-oriented with the ability to prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports
• Strong and effective presentation skills
• Critical thinker with the ability to remain objective, analyzing the facts, and evaluating options
• Effective negotiator with the skills and knowledge of techniques required to leverage contract terms
• Understanding of the County's Board approval process and experience preparing Board Agenda Items (BAI)
• Bachelor's Degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Public Administration, Business, or a closely related field is preferred.

Selection Process

Application Procedure : To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by Friday, April 25, 2025 at 5:00 pm.

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in your Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. Be sure to include in your application and Supplemental Questionnaire any relevant experience and education that demonstrates that you meet the minimum requirements, as it will be used to competitively evaluate your qualifications ; resumes will not be reviewed as part of the evaluation process. The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, may be referred for interview.

All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email . Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk, and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.

If you need technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with DisabilitiesAct (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for allemployees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitmentfiling deadline.

Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees mayreceive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request thesepoints, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Information (Download PDF) .

For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process .

Administrative Services Unit

The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

For a summary of benefits, please click here .

Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .

Closing Date/Time: 4/25/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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