Construction Manager - Valley Water - San Jose, CA
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Job Information:
Company: Valley Water
Salary: $182,291.20 - $232,814.40 Annually
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 01866-E
Location: CA, CA
Department: Water Utility Capital
Closing: 6/19/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
Overview:
Valley Water is looking for a Large Construction Projects Unit Manager to oversee and provide oversight for construction management, contract compliance, and inspections for large, highly complex infrastructure construction projects across Valley Water's service area. Our ideal candidate will have a Professional Engineer (PE) License in Civil Engineering, a background in engineering and construction management and the ability to blend these skillsets to successfully oversee projects from cradle to grave. The Construction Manager will be an effective communicator, self-starter, collaborator, problem solver, team leader and business partner. Come join an amazing organization and be a part of our leadership team where you can make a difference in the lives of millions.
The Large Construction Projects Unit Manager is a classified position that is responsible for managing the staff and the assigned capital projects. It is a critical position needed for the Unit to provide and perform construction management oversight functions for Valley Water's large and complex capital projects, (the Anderson Dam Tunnel Project, the Rinconada Reliability Improvement Project, the Coyote Creek Flood Management Measures Project, the Coyote Creek Flood Protection Project, the Anderson Dam Seismic Retrofit Project, etc.), managed by outside consultant construction management firms, as well as perform direct construction management for some of Valley Water's construction projects.
Our Commitment: Racial equity, diversity and inclusion are integral to Valley Water. We are committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working environment for all. We believe every member of our team enriches our diversity, contributes to inclusion, and strengthens belonging by broadening our perspective and collective understanding of the world around us to accomplish our mission to equitably provide safe, clean water, natural flood protections, and environmental stewardship.About Valley Water: Valley Water is a public agency with an operating and capital budget of $964 million, and over 900 employees. With headquarters in San Jose, Valley Water provides water supply, enhances streams and watersheds through creek restoration and habitat protection, provides flood protection for homes, schools, businesses and roadways, and partners with other agencies to provide trails and open space for the community.
Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Provide and perform construction management (CM) oversight functions for Valley Water's large and complex capital projects, managed by outside consultant construction management firms, including oversight of the consultant's CM office and field work, etc.
• Oversees the development of consultant requests for proposals for professional construction management and/or construction services contracts, and the advertising and bid processes; evaluates proposals and recommends project and contract award; negotiates and administers/manages the contracts/agreements after award.
• Perform construction management of construction projects including the management of the processes for the contractor's monthly progress payments, baseline and monthly schedule updates, schedule of values, potential change orders, contract change orders, contractor's claims, time impact analysis, etc.
• Plans, manages, and oversees the daily functions, operations, and activities of the construction management of formal Valley Water construction contracts and construction projects with the use of construction management software for project documentation.
• Acts or assigns staff to act as the Designated Engineer's Representative for awarded construction contracts, including overseeing construction inspection, coordinating construction with other Valley Water divisions, amending contracts, and recommending and approving field changes.
• Directs, coordinates, reviews, and assigns work activities and projects; monitors workflow; reviews and evaluates work products, methods, and procedures; meets with staff to identify and resolve problems; and reviews contractor work schedules.
• Oversees and participates in the development and administration of the unit's annual budget; participates in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures; implements adjustments and implements resulting policies and procedures.
• Recommends acceptance to the Valley Water's Board of Directors and finalizes Board agenda item for Notice of Completion and Acceptance of Work for each contract.
Ideal Candidate's Background Includes:
Applicants whose experience and background best match the ideal experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education are considered ideal candidates for the position. To determine the top candidates, each applicant will be assessed based on the ideal candidate criteria as listed below.
Ideal Experience:
• Five (5) years of professional civil, electrical, systems control, mechanical, capital projects, or related engineering experience related to the position, including two (2) years of direct supervisory experience.
Ideal Skills and Abilities:
• Manage and administer construction management and inspection services.
• Ensure construction compliance with contract requirements, codes, and industry standards, environmental requirements and regulations, and safety regulations.
• Manage, analyze, and effectively negotiate construction contract claims.
• Conduct complex construction management and inspection services, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports.
• Establish and maintain a variety of construction management and inspection filing, record keeping, and tracking systems.
• Organize and prioritize a variety of construction management and inspection services and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner.
Ideal Knowledge:
• Principles, practices, concepts, and standards of engineering design and construction, including geotechnical, civil, mechanical, and electrical.
• Principles and practices of construction management.
• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations with specific emphasis on Public Contract Code and construction safety.
• Construction contract management and claims negotiation.
• Principles and practices of construction project and services program budget development and administration and sound financial management policies and procedures.
• Practices of researching construction services issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting effective staff reports.
• Computer software applications, such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project, and construction management software including PCIC and EADOCS.
Ideal Training and Education:
• Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in in civil engineering, construction management, or related field.
Required License or Certificate
Registered Civil Engineer in California (PE)
To review the Job Description, please click https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/valleywater.org.us-west-1/s3fs-public/JD Construction Manager 5-2019.pdf
Large Construction Project Unit (Position Code 495)
Valley Water Telework Program: Eligibility for telework will depend on the type of work performed, operational needs, and the ability for the employee to perform the essential functions of their job duties while teleworking. Employment with Valley Water requires employees to live within 150 miles of their primary physical work location located in San Jose, California by their start date.
This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule, typically working 40% remote and 60% onsite, after completion of the probationary period (one year).
Selection Process
(1) The selection process may include one or more of the following: application review, application assessment, performance exercise, written exercise and/or interview.
(2) The Employment Application, Qualifying Information Questions and/or Supplemental Questions will be evaluated based on the ideal candidate criteria listed above. Resumes are highly recommended.
NOTE: Position and start date is subject to availability of funds. Valley Water retains the right to repost this position as deemed necessary.
Consideration may be given to existing applicant pools within the same classification.
Valley Water's Equal Opportunity Non-Discrimination Policy is available for review upon request.
Valley Water will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources in advance of any special needs by calling 408-630-2260.
Please be aware that once submitted all application materials become the property of Valley Water and will not be returned. Human Resources staff are not authorized to make copies of application materials for applicants.
Job Status:
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