Project Manager*
San Bernardino County Fire Department
Operations
San Bernardino, CA, USA
USD 124,217-124,217 / year
Posted on Sep 20, 2025
The Job
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Join Our Team!
We offer a competitive salary with bi-annual step increases of approximately 2.5% up to top salary step of $124,217* annually
Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time without notice.The Department of Public Works - Special Districts, Project Management Division has a unique position for an experienced Project Manager* for construction projects needing hand-on oversight of improvements, upgrades, and new construction of building facilities, roads, related water and wastewater systems. Responsibilities include reviewing project concept proposals, cost estimate from contractors, architectural and engineering drawings and construction documents for completeness and accuracy. This position administers and manages construction contracts, including request for proposals, estimating expenses, determining/adhering to schedules, negotiating agreements and change orders, assuring compliances with buildings and inspections, and acting as technical advisor to ensure projects are completed safely, timely and within project documents.
Coming from the private sector? Join our County team today and enjoy all the benefits that come with public employment!
Health BenefitsPaid Time OffRetirement- Medical and Dental: family coverage
- Vision: employee coverage
- Premium subsidies to offset health costs
- Flexible spending account (FSA) pre-tax account for qualified healthcare expenses
- Up to 4 weeks accruable vacation with cash-out option
- 11 days accruable sick leave
- 15 paid holidays
- Perfect attendance leave
- Flexible work schedules (in some departments)
- Generous Pension
- Retirement reciprocity may be available
- 457(b) deferred compensation plan
- Retirement Medical Trust Fund
Click the link below for additional details:CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Physical: Frequent sitting, walking, standing, bending, and squatting. Requires fine manipulation in both hands. Occasionally lift and carry 10 to 50 pounds.Pre-Employment Process: Incumbent must successfully complete a background check prior to appointment.
Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required. Employees may be required to make provisions for transportation. Department vehicle will be provided as needed and when available. At the time of hire, the individual providing the transportation must provide a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance.
Background: Applicants must successfully pass a background check prior to appointment.
Sponsorship: Please note that San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements
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Candidates must meet one (1) of the following options listed below:
Option 1: Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction, Project Management, or closely related field.ANDExperience: Two (2) years of professional experience with responsibility for managing medium-large capital improvement projects, and which involved design, procurement and construction of infrastructure facilities/buildings/equipment.Option 2: Education: 30 semester units of coursework directly related to engineering, construction, and/or project management.ANDExperience: Four (4) years of professional experience with responsibility for managing medium-large capital improvement projects, and which involved design, procurement and construction of infrastructure facilities/buildings/equipment.Option 3: Certification: EIT CertificationANDEducation: Bachelor's in Civil EngineeringANDExperience: One (1) year of professional experience with responsibility for managing medium-large capital improvement projects, and which involved design, procurement and construction of infrastructure facilities/buildings/equipment. Desired Qualifications
- Possession of a Construction Management or Engineering degree with an understanding of the varied environments and conditions common to San Bernardino County, is ideal. The prepared candidate will possess related experience with municipal agencies which manage water, sewer, road, and other similar services. Related experience with California Public Contract Code (PCC) is also desired.
Selection Process
- Application Procedure: Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. To receive consideration for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.
All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mail frequently to learn additional information regarding this recruitment. Check your GovernmentJobs account for notifications. Update your firewalls to allow e-mails from San Bernardino County through governmentjobs.com. Update your Spam, Junk, and Bulk settings to ensure it will not spam/block/filter communications from email addresses with the following domain "@hr.sbcounty.gov". Finally, be sure to keep your personal information updated. Taking these steps now will help ensure you receive all communications regarding this recruitment.To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mails frequently to obtain any correspondence associated with this recruitment. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Information.
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