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Form of workIdeal Candidate: The City of Milpitas is looking for a high-energy, self-motivated, and dependable individual to assist the Department of Public Works in its delivery of the Capital Improvement Program. The selected candidate will oversee, coordinate, manage and perform duties as it relates to all phases of a variety of capital improvement and Public Works construction projects; create project objectives, scopes of work, project execution and construction management plans and procedures; perform a variety of technical and professional duties related to project activities; oversee, coordinate and manage the work of architectural and engineering consultants and contractors engaged in the design, construction and inspection of a variety of City capital improvement and construction projects, and perform other related duties as assigned.Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
For the full job announcement, which includes the definition, examples of duties and typical qualifications, please click: Public Works Manager
- Propose, develop, and manage Capital Projects and contracts.
- Direct, oversee and participate in the development of the department work plan; assign work activities, projects and programs; monitor work flow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems.
- Direct the preparation of a variety of studies and reports relating to current and future public infrastructure, facility, and utility operation needs, including equipment and repair needs; develops specific proposals and recommendations to meet these needs; provides technical assistance to staff.
- Prepare reports and make presentation to the City Manager, City Council, or other commissions.
- Assist in budget implementation; participate in the forecast of additional funds needed for equipment, materials and supplies.
- Confer with department personnel, other appropriate City staff, and other agencies with regard to projects and special events.
- Develop and maintain good working relationships with department personnel, coworkers, elected officials, professional peer groups, and the public.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
For the full job announcement, which includes the definition, examples of duties and typical qualifications, please click: Public Works Manager
Experience and Education:
Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
- Twelve years of increasingly responsible experience involving the construction and maintenance of a variety of public facilities and equipment including two years of significant supervisory responsibilities.
Education:
- Completion of High School, supplemented by professional development activities such as training classes or specialized programs related to the maintenance or management fields.
- An Associates Degree is highly desirable.
License or Certificate:
- Incumbents must be able to travel to various locations within and outside of the City of Milpitas to fulfill job responsibilities.
- When driving on City business, maintenance of a valid California driver's license is required.
- Typically, work is performed in an office environment and at construction sites; exposure to outdoor elements; extensive use of the telephone and radio; repetitive keyboarding on a computer; ability to walk on uneven ground; sit for extended periods; maintain concentration and focus for extended periods; drive daily to various locations within and outside the City of Milpitas; ability to work safely in a hard-hat construction zone; some exposure to construction related chemicals and products.
- Receives general direction from the Public Works Director or designee.
- Exercises direct and indirect supervision over supervisory and staff personnel.
