Under general direction, performs complex professional level of engineering and construction project
management duties, including designing and implementing capital improvement and natural resource
preservation and protection projects; coordinates engineering designs with other District staff, outside
consultants, contractors and regulatory agencies; provides professional advice and assistance to other
District staff, organizations, governmental and regulatory agencies, and the public; oversees the bidding
process and construction efforts; develops a variety of studies; prepares and presents staff reports; and
performs related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general direction from Engineering and Construction Department Manager, assigned
management and/or supervisory staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is the first experienced-level class in the professional Engineering and Construction Department -
Capital Project Manager series. Incumbents are expected to perform the basic range of engineering
review and construction management duties in all of the following areas: capital improvement, open
space, land use, and natural resource protection. Successful performance of work requires significant
knowledge of a broad range of building and park infrastructure projects and the ability to adapt to and
effectively work in a wide variety of terrain including mountainous rural, open space with varying site
and natural resource conditions. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the
positions at the CPM III level but not expected to function at the same skill level. Positions at this level
will receive instruction or assistance regularly but are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies
of the work unit.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different
positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential
functions of the job.

For all assignments: 
Participates in the development, implementation and completion of capital improvement projects

related to new trails, parking lots, buildings, facilities, and/or District infrastructure. 
Prepares and implements site improvement and repair plans; prepares studies and designs; evaluates

alternatives; obtains necessary permits; prepares project budget estimates and schedules; reviews bids
and selects consultants and contractors. 

Makes recommendations on solutions to engineering and construction related issues. 
Develops and standardizes procedures and methods to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of

assigned services, projects, and activities; identifies opportunities for improvement and recommends
to District management staff. 

Participates in the preparation of project implementation budgets, and monitors project expense
budgets and approves/processes project expenditures.

Capital Project Manager II


Serves as source of information for developers, engineers, property owners, and contractors regarding
general capital programs, projects, and functions; represents the department and District to outside
agencies, public and private groups, and the general public; facilitates community participation
through a continual dialogue with residents on major projects. 

Develops consultant requests for proposal, advertising, and bid processes for professional and/or
construction services; evaluates proposals and recommends project award; administers contracts after
award. 

Negotiates, administers, and manages contracts for services; reviews documents, reports, and other
work products prepared by consultants and provides feedback and corrections; reviews and oversees
consultant invoices and progress payments. 

Prepares and presents staff reports for capital improvement design and construction projects, contract
solicitation and authorization, permits and licenses. 

Provides highly complex staff assistance to management staff; develops and reviews staff reports
related to assigned activities, projects, and services. 

Represents the District to outside agencies, before the City or County Planning Commission,
Department of Public Work, and Council or Board; conducts presentations regarding District capital
project issues. 

Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations
in open space and preserve and related services; researches emerging products and enhancements and
their applicability to District needs. 

Monitors changes in regulations and technology that may affect operations; implements policy and
procedural changes after approval. 

Receives, investigates, and responds to problems and complaints in a professional manner; identifies
and reports findings and takes necessary corrective action. 

Maintains standard construction documents in conformance with changes in legal requirements and
practices. Advises consultant and staff in the preparation of technical specifications and construction
details as it pertains to codes and constructability. 

Oversees the scheduling of major construction projects to ensure contractual compliance with plans,
specifications, materials, schedules, workmanship and safety standards. 

Participates in negotiating claims and proposed change orders and associated costs, resolving field
and contractual differences, and processing scheduled progress payments. 

Conducts final inspections to assure the project’s completion and that final acceptance includes
necessary warranties and resolution of liquidated damages. 

Provides appropriate operational staff with documents, warranties and, as necessary, an orientation of
specialized functional components and systems. 

Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of: 
Project and program management principles and practices, including goal setting, work plan

development, budget tracking, implementation, and evaluation. 
Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations concerning the operation of the

assigned function. 
Principles of construction management methods relating to legal, contractual, inspection, and safety. 
Basic principles and practices of budget development and administration. 
Principles and practices of contract negotiation and administration. 
Practices of researching engineering and construction issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound

recommendations, and preparing and presenting effective staff reports. 
Principles of mathematics and geometry and their application to engineering and construction work. 
Methods and techniques of effective technical report preparation and presentation.

Capital Project Manager II


Recent developments, current literature, and sources of information related to engineering and
construction review. 

Modern office methods, practices, procedures, and equipment, including computer hardware and
software necessary for graphic presentation, mapping, and database management. 

Principles of advanced mathematics and their application to planning work. 
Methods and techniques of effective technical report preparation and presentation. 
English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. 
Techniques for effectively representing the District in contacts with governmental agencies,

community groups, various business, professional, educational and regulatory organizations, and with
property owners, developers, contractors, and the public. 

Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public,
vendors, contractors and District staff.

Ability to: 
Administer complex, technical, and sensitive engineering, construction, and related programs in an

independent and cooperative manner. 
Recommend and implement goals, objectives, and practices for providing effective and efficient

services. 
Evaluate and develop improvements in operations, procedures, policies, or methods. 
Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques. 
Interpret and explain engineering and construction projects and programs to the general public;

identify and respond to issues and concerns of the public, District staff, Board of Directors, and other
boards and commissions. 

Develop, track, and manage project budgets. 
Assess, monitor, and report environmental impact on and of various District programs and services. 
Conduct complex research projects, evaluate alternatives, and make sound recommendations. 
Read, interpret, apply, and explain technical written material and complex Federal, State, and local

policies, procedures, laws, regulations, ordinances, and District policies and procedures. 
Effectively represent the department and the District in meetings with governmental agencies,

community groups, and various business, professional, and regulatory organizations and individuals. 
Coordinate assigned activities with other District departments and agencies as required. 
Direct the work of contract consultants. 
Prepare and present clear, concise, and logical written and oral reports, correspondence, policies,

procedures, and other written materials. 
Read and understand technical drawings and specifications. 
Perform mathematical computations with precision. 
Make sound, independent decisions within established policy and procedural guidelines. 
Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner;

organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines. 
Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software

applications programs. 
Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing. 
Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal

guidelines. 
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the

course of work.

Capital Project Manager II

Education and Experience:
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
landscape architecture, architecture, civil or structural engineering, construction project management, or a
related field, and three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in project management preferably
in parks, open space, or related field. A Master’s Degree in an Engineering, Architecture, or Geology
discipline and/or a professional license (PE, PG, Landscape Architect, Architect) is highly desirable.

Licenses and Certifications: 

Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a
computer, to inspect District development sites, including traversing uneven terrain, climbing ladders,
stairs, and other temporary or construction access points; to operate a motor vehicle, and to visit various
District and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech
to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This is partially a sedentary office and
partially a field classification and standing in and walking between work areas and development sites is
required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or
calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend,
stoop, kneel, reach, push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees
must possess the ability to lift, carry, push and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions,
and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may work in the field and
occasionally be exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, or
road hazards. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in
interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

EFFECTIVE: November 2017
REVISED: N/A
FLSA: Exempt