Capital Project Manager I-II

Description :

Doyou have a passion for the preservation of open space? The Midpeninsula Regional Open Space Districthas an excellent opportunity for a bright, enthusiastic, and energetic self-starterfor Capital Project Manager I-II who will help manage key public accessprojects in open space areas in Santa Clara, San Mateo, and Santa CruzCounties.

Capital Project Manager I-II projectwork includes assisting with design, permitting, contracting, and constructionmanagement for a wide array of public access and environmental protectionprojects.

About Midpen : Midpen helps plants, animals and peoplethrive throughout the greater Santa Cruz Mountains region by preserving agreenbelt of more than 70,000 acres of public open space with more than 250miles of trails in 27 extraordinary preserves, permanently protected for naturalresource conservation and ecologically sensitive public enjoyment andeducation.

Midpen is a public agency with a focused mission that guidesour work, and where every employee makes an impact. If you are looking for an outstandingopportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space protection, naturalresource restoration and outdoor recreation, working with an incredible team oflike-minded colleagues, we invite you to apply for this position! Check out the on our EmploymentOpportunities page.

About the Position : Midpen aims to recruit and retain employees who embody professionalism,accountability, and respect, who value working in a purpose-driven agency thataspires to contribute to an inclusive and diverse community.

The Capital ProjectManager I-II (CPM I-II) is part of the Engineering & Constructiondepartment at Midpen and we have two vacancies.

The Capital Project Managerswork on the development and implementation of a wide variety of capitalimprovement projects to increase public access and enjoyment of Midpen lands.

Whileboth positions will emphasize capital project management, one will focus onconstruction management and the other will focus on design.

Ideal applicants arehighly organized, creative, energetic, self-starters with excellent oral andwritten communication skills, who enjoy working in an outdoor open spacesetting within a collaborative group dynamic.

Midpen’s Capital Project Managersfoster communication and collaboration with other Midpen departments tocoordinate project requirements, work with local jurisdictional agencies tofulfill project permitting requirements, interact with project designconsultants and contractors, and maintain project documentation.

Midpen is looking for well-qualified applicantswho have demonstrated expertise supporting projects from conceptual designthrough construction.

The first of the two positions will focus on constructionproject management evaluating the constructability of a project duringdesign, assisting with bidding, award of contract and managing constructionoversight to completion.

The second position will focus on supporting seniorstaff with in-house conceptual design of public access improvements for Midpen.

CapitalProject Manager Iis an entry-level position. Theincumbent will have acquired capital improvement, open space planning anddesign, land use, natural resource protection, and / or public administrationexperience, or equivalent education and training.

Assignments are generally limited in scopeand set within procedural frameworks. The CPM I is assigned to managesmall-scale projects or in support of larger scale projects managed byexperienced Capital Project Managers.

CapitalProject Manager I Annual Pay Range : $100,811-$125,906

CapitalProject Manager IIis the first experienced-level class in the Capital Project Managerseries. The incumbent performs the basicrange of engineering review and construction management duties and / orconceptual design in the following areas : capital improvement, open space / public access, land use, and natural resource protection.

The CPM II typicallyperforms most of the duties required of the but are not expectedto function at the same skill level.

Applicantswith construction inspection, civil engineering, landscape architecture,project management, and / or construction management backgrounds are highlydesired.

CapitalProject Manager II Annual Pay Range : $111,156-$138,800

Foradditional information about the position, click here for the complete CPM I-II.

AFew Reasons Why You May Love This Job

• Collaborative work that directly supportsMidpen’s mission to protect and restore the natural environment
• You’ll be part of a talented and dynamic teamwhose work contributes to providing nature’s benefits to everyone
• Excellent employee benefits, includingmedical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and a retirement pensionthrough California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)

Work Environment / Conditions : Thisposition is part of the Engineering and Construction Department at the Midpen’soffices in Los Altos, California.

Midpenoffers a hybrid office / telecommute work schedule for this position.

Capital ProjectManagers will often work in the field and hike through steep terrain andwildland areas with poison oak and wildlife.

Field work will require driving in remote areas on dirt roads, workingin temperatures ranging from cold and blustery to hot and dry.

Ideal candidateswill be comfortable working in these types of field conditions, as well as inan office environment.

Midpenreserves the right to limit or deny off-duty employment or business ownershipwhich creates a conflict of interest or an incompatibility with Districtemployment.

Additional information canbe found in the Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual .

Benefits : Midpen provides an excellent benefits package including health, life& disability insurance and a CalPERS pension.

Please see the page on Midpen’s website for details.

How to Apply : Apply online at

Open Until Filled. First review of applications will be onSeptember 9, 2024 at 7 : 00 Applicants with the most relevant experience andqualifications suitable for the position will be invited to interview.

The following applicationitems are required to be considered* :

1. Fully completed CalOpps employmentapplication

2. Cover letter

3. Resume

4. Supplemental question responses

Incomplete CalOpps employment applications, or applications withoutthe required application items listed here, will not be considered for theposition.

InterviewSchedule : (dates subject to change)

First Interview (virtual) : September 17, 2024

Written Exercise (virtual) : September 24, 2024

Second Interview (in person) : September 26, 2024

A note to applicants whocurrently live outside of the San Francisco Bay Area : before committing to the applicationprocess, and if you haven’t done so already, we suggest evaluating thefeasibility of relocation.

We recommend researching the cost of living in theSan Francisco Bay Area, the cost to relocate, and typical commute times to LosAltos from outlying areas.

Midpeninsula Regional Open SpaceDistrict is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Applicants with disabilities may requestreasonable accommodation by contacting the Human Resources department at650-691-1200.

Put your passion for Open Space to work!

Skills Required :

• Capital Project Manager I : One (1) year of responsible experience and / or internships in a related field, preferably working on in projects equivalent to those found at Midpen,
• Capital Project Manager II : Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in project management preferably in parks, open space, or related field.

highly desired, but not required : Master’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Geology discipline Professional license (PE, PG, PLA) Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Licenses & Certifications Required : Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.

Education Requirements : Education and Experience : We realize your time is valuable, so please apply only if you have at least the required minimum qualifications outlined here : any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.

A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in civil or structural engineering, construction project management, landscape architecture, architecture or a related field, in addition to the listed experience for CPM I or CPM II Travel Required : No