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Job Description
CAREER DESCRIPTION
SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
This recruitment is open to the public and is being held to establish an open eligible list to fill current and future Senior Project Manager vacancies. The eligible list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange.
DEADLINE TO APPLY
This recruitment will close on Monday, May 27, 2025 at 11:59PM PST.
In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive a salary range increase on the following date:
Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00% increase
Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.
JOHN WAYNE AIRPORT
Ranked #1 in Customer Satisfaction among Large Airports in the J.D. Power 2024 North America Airport Satisfaction Study, John Wayne Airport (JWA) has been a major cornerstone of Orange County for more than 100 years. Located in beautiful Southern California, we currently serve approximately 11.8 million annual passengers. We strive to provide a superior guest experience to ensure travel is convenient and stress-free. The County of Orange owns and operates the airport and the service area includes more than three million people within 34 cities and unincorporated areas of Orange County and beyond.
As a medium hub airport, we have commercial flights to more than 40 nonstop destinations in the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. Eleven commercial airlines and two air cargo airlines fly out of the Airport. It is home to nearly 500 general aviation (private, non-commercial) aircraft, representing 60% of total operations, and includes two full-service fixed base operators and one limited use general aviation facility.
- Mission: Connecting People, Places and Opportunities.
- Vision: To be an airport of choice by creating exceptional experiences.
- Core Values: REACH
- R espect
- E nvironmental Stewardship
- A ccountability
- C ollaboration
- H onesty
View video: John Wayne Airport: The Little Things
View video: John Wayne Airport Core Values
To learn more about John Wayne Airport, click here. To learn more about the County of Orange, click here.
THE OPPORTUNITY
John Wayne Airport has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Project Manager. The Senior Project Manager position will serve as a technical consultant to senior management on complex and strategic issues and will coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including but not limited to utility companies, real estate companies, survey companies, regulatory permitting agencies, engineering and construction companies, cities, and the public on capital improvement and facilities alteration projects primarily related to John Wayne Airport. The immediate vacancy is in the Planning and Development service area.
SERVICE AREA
The Planning and Development service area delivers capital improvement projects for John Wayne Airport in accordance with the County of Orange contracting and procurement policy manuals, State of California contracting regulations, and Federal Regulations. Senior Project Managers oversee the design and construction of various airport improvement projects and perform other administrative duties related to public project management and contract administration.
KEY RESPONSIBILTIES- Oversee, manage, and execute complex planned airport capital improvement projects
- Define project scopes, budgets, cost estimates, schedules, and resources for multi-disciplined vertical and horizontal infrastructure projects
- Develop, coordinate, and oversee design development, project scope and manage contracts with architects, engineers, and contractors
- Oversee the completion of construction documents and technical specifications; administer construction contracts and manage the bid process
- Ensure project compliance with established budgets, negotiate guaranteed maximum price, change orders, and perform final acceptance inspections
- Direct the inspection of a new construction for conformance with contract provisions, plans, specifications, and sound construction practices.
- Identify issues and provide guidance on resolution
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION S
The ideal candidate will demonstrate seven (7) years of project management experience including at least three (3) years of professional experience in complex airport project management and delivery. This must include strong construction management and capital improvement planning in an airport environment.
The ideal candidate’s work experience will also demonstrate the core competencies outlined below:
Technical Experience | Technical Knowledge- Experience in professional public works, engineering, construction, architectural, business, or project management
- Experience in contract administration and/or administration of Public Works Projects
- Demonstrate the ability to provide technical explanations and recommendations in terms readily understood by executives
- Demonstrate sound management and leadership skills to guide a team of professional construction managers, engineers, project managers and construction inspectors
- Work independently to provide planning, administrative, and technical review for design and construction of capital projects
- Knowledge and application of principles of architectural/engineering design and construction practices in multiple disciplines such as architectural, civil, structural, electrical, plumbing, mechanical and heating, ventilating and air conditioning.
- Knowledge of California Public Contracting Code, uniform building codes, Cal-OSHA building construction regulations, Federal, State and local codes and regulations and other pertinent safety rules and regulations.
- Ability to apply Project Management industry standards and practices in the areas of project planning, coordinating, budget management, scheduling and monitoring.
- Knowledge and literacy in the use of project management application software
Leadership Skills- Ability to manage project scope, schedule, and budget and provide recommendations as needed.
- Ability to lead project team and coordinate with stakeholders from project concept to completion.
- Assist executive management in developing departmental business objectives and specific project strategies.
- Provide leadership and guidance to internal and contracted staff to achieve project and developmental goals that are aligned with overall business objectives.
- Understand and address customer needs within the guidelines of policy.
- Ability to make well-informed and objective decisions by perceiving the impact and implications of the decisions in a professional ethical framework.
- Make sound business decisions based on limited, complex, or contradicting information while considering relevant public service ethical principles.
- Monitor team members and enforces safety guidelines to ensure safe work practices.
Analysis and Problem Solving- Ability to understand, interpret and enforce compliance with plans, specifications schedules and contract provisions.
- Ability to recognize and anticipate problems of project scope, budget, schedule, and plans and specifications and determine necessary changes.
- Ability to perform calculations necessary to determine quantities and prepare estimates.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external staff, contractors, and representatives of other agencies and departments.
- Ability to research, evaluate, estimate and accurately interpret and apply technical data and policy information to solve problems and/or make recommendations to management.
Planning and Organization- Plan and organize work effectively to ensure that assignments are on schedule.
- Complete assignments on time and within budget and policy.
- Ability to manage multiple projects at one time.
- Ability to manage changing and competing priorities.
Communication Skills | Oral & Written- Experience in presenting orally and in writing, proposals, progress reports, and recommendations to the highest levels in the organization including the Board of Supervisors, County executive management, private sector executives, contractors, and external stakeholders
- Demonstrate political savvy when dealing with both internal and external stakeholders, including other OC Public Works staff, staff from other County departments, the public, community groups, city staff, and the Board of Supervisors.
- Effective in orally and written communication, including the ability to provide technical information in a clear and concise manner
- Communicate in an effective manner to individuals and/or groups with diverse interests including contractors and departmental representatives.
- Negotiate and manage competitive bidding processes for complex contracts.
Minimum Qualifications
Click here to learn more about the minimum qualifications and the physical & mental requirements as well as the environmental & working conditions for the Senior Project Manager .
LICENSE REQUIRED
The successful candidate must obtain, possess, and maintain the following licenses:- Valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher, by date of appointment
- Valid Airport Access Badge with an Airport Driving Endorsement within ten (10) days of employment
AIRPORT ACCESS REQUIREMENTS
The successful candidate must clear a background check which includes a Criminal History Records Check (CHRC), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), and Security Threat Assessment (STA). Airport Access Badge must be maintained and renewed every two (2) years.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resource Services (HRS) screens all application materials for minimum and/or desirable qualifications. After screening, applicants who meet the minimum and/or desirable qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All applicants will be notified via email of their status in the process.
Structured Oral Interview (SOI) | Exam (Weighted 100%)
Applicants will be interviewed and rated by a panel of job knowledge experts. Each applicant's rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the candidate's qualifications for the job.
Eligible List
Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.
Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.
Veterans Employment Preference
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
EMAIL NOTIFICATION : Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.
NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.
Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com .
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.
For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Jennifer Ramirez at (714) 347-8385 or jramirez@css.ocgov.com
EEO INFORMATION
Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Non-Management Benefits
In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays--we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS).
Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.
http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information
Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees.
Closing Date/Time: 5/26/2025 11:59 PM Pacific -
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