Assistant Capital Facilities Project Manager

The Position

Bargaining Unit: Local 21 - Supervisory Management

Why join the Contra Costa Public Works Department?
The Contra Costa County Capital Project Management (CPM) Division in the Public Works Department is offering an excellent employment opportunity to fill a vacant Assistant Capital Facilities Project Manager position, located in Martinez, CA. The Department is seeking candidates with an entry-level project management background who will play a support role in managing multiple capital facility and building renovation projects through completion, assisting in daily operations, and providing back-up to other project managers within those Divisions.
The Contra Costa County Public Works Department (CCCPWD) is responsible for the maintenance and operation of over 650 miles of roads, 79 miles of streams and channels, and over 150 County buildings. CCCPWD services include parks and recreation, sandbag distribution, flood control, road and facilities maintenance, and storm water management. CCCPWD operates two airports, Buchanan Field Airport in Concord, and Byron Airport in Byron. CCCPWD strives for continuous improvement to deliver cost effective, safe reliable and sustainable projects, programs, and quality services.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a basic understanding of design and the construction process
• Is a strong communicator, someone who demonstrates a positive attitude and desires to work within a team
• Is customer-focused, with strong attention to detail
• Demonstrates ethics, integrity, and credibility
• Can assist in managing multiple projects at the same time

This is what you will be typically responsible for:

• Assisting with executing Capital Projects throughout Contra Costa County
• Assisting with oversight of consultants, such as designers and other support staff
• Supporting higher level staff with various tasks related to ongoing projects
• Assisting with change orders and ensuring payments follow county policies, guidelines, and procedures
• Assisting in ensuring projects adhere to timelines and are completed within allocated budgets
• Taking part in ensuring that projects are properly closed out at completion

A few reasons you might love this job:

• You will enjoy a flexible work schedule which provides a supportive work/life balance
• This work involves creativity, attention to aesthetics, and will provide you with a tangible end-product
• The work of the Division impacts the work environment and safety for many other County departments, so the work done here is very important and visible
• The Public Works Department is well-known for strong employee satisfaction and camaraderie

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• You will be expected to assist in multiple projects at the same time, so you will need to be organized with a clear sense of priorities and demands
• Project scope, schedules, and budgets can change, therefore flexibility and critical thinking are key to thrive in this position
• Every project has its own identity and its own set of challenges to confront, so creative problem-solving ability is a must
• Local government procurement processes and procedures can be complex and require resourcefulness to resolve

Competencies Required:

• Critical Thinking: Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claims
• Mechanical Insight: Comprehending how mechanical, electrical, and structural systems operate and interact
• Design Sense: Creating work products that are functional, intuitive and aesthetically pleasing
• Professional and Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the job
• Safety Focus: Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards
• Adaptability: Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires
• Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products
• Displaying Ownership and Accountability: Holding self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results
• Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue
• Customer Focus: Attending to the needs and expectations of customers
• Teamwork: Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals

To read the complete job description, please visit the website, www.cccounty.us/hr

The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months.

Minimum Qualifications

License Required: Possession of a valid California motor vehicle operator’s license. Out of state valid motor vehicle operator’s license will be accepted during the application process.

Education: Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in architecture, civil engineering, construction/project management, facilities management, business administration, public administration or a closely related field

Experience: Two (2) years of full-time, or its equivalent, experience managing commercial, institutional, governmental, or industrial design or construction projects.

Substitution: A certificate of completion from a construction management, project management, or facilities management program may be substituted for two years of the required education. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis up to a maximum of two years.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Previous experience working in positions in the field of project and/or construction management
• Previous experience working for a public agency
• Previous experience in reading and comprehending plans and specifications for building projects/systems
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Selection Process

Selection Plan: Application Filing and Evaluation: Applicants must apply on-line at www.cccounty.us/hr and complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application. Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process. Online Interview Assessment: Candidates who possess the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in an online video assessment. The assessment will measure candidates' competencies as they relate to the job. In the assessment, candidates must achieve an average passing score of 70% or higher on each of the competencies, as well as an overall passing score of 70% or higher. These may include but are not limited to: Critical Thinking, Professional and Technical Expertise, Attention to Detail, Customer Focus. (Weighted 100%) Departmental Hiring Interview:To be scheduled once the eligible list is established.

TENTATIVE DATES

Online Interview Assessment: Tentatively scheduled for November, 2025.

The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Fina Prak at Fina.Prak@pw.cccounty.us . For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs’ applicant support team for assistance at +1 855-524-5627.

CONVICTION HISTORY
After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources Department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER
All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits

Closing Date/Time: 10/22/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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• Contra Costa County Human Resources Department

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