Project Manager (Transportation and Development Engineering)

Description

Effective January 1, 2026, this position is scheduled for a 3% salary increase, with a possible additional increase of up to 1% based on CPI-U, for a total not exceeding 4%.

The City of Goleta is recruiting to fill a P roject Manage r position to support the T ransportation and Development Engineering Division of the Public Works Department. For qualified candidates, this position is an excellent professional opportunity for individuals with the experience in and a passion for Public Works transportation planning. Come join #TeamGoleta and grow your career in The Good Land!

To learn more about the Public Works Department, please visit our website.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The ideal candidate for the Transportation and Development Engineering Project Manager possesses a high level of both technical and leadership skills, has experience managing large complex projects and working effectively with political bodies; carries out multi-modal transportation planning, programs and projects, including vision zero (e.g., roads, public transit, bicycle, pedestrian) ; exercises independent judgment and initiative in scheduling, assigning, and coordinating the work with that of other departments and divisions; possess a working knowledge of environmental and regulatory requirements for CIP Projects; is an effective and collaborative leader; possess political acumen, and provides and encourages excellent customer support. Experience in civil, drainage, development review, traffic, and alternative transportation is highly desirable.

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, the Project Manager plans, coordinates, and implements project management for a variety of complex projects within assigned areas, primarily in design and construction of right-of-way and vertical construction projects, while interacting with other City departments, outside agencies, businesses, contractors, and the public; administers outside funding sources; prepares technical reports and reviews project plans and specifications.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

Positions in this class are characterized by their ability to perform varied technical and professional project management duties in the office or field. Incumbents may exercise independent judgment, possess the level of knowledge required to perform a wide variety of engineering and project management support work, and perform duties in the absence of direct supervision.

Examples of Duties

The following duties are typical for positions in this classification. Incumbents may not perform all listed job functions, nor are all listed duties necessarily performed by everyone in this class depending upon business need and changing business practices :

• Leads project delivery process by overseeing all project phases from project initiation through warranty closeout; manages project budgets and schedules, selects, and manages design professionals.
• Oversees project staff, contractors, and consultants; manages consultant and contractor selection process, negotiates fees, and recommends the approval of contracts; evaluates contractor performance and recommends changes to quantity and quality of service provided.
• Leads multi-agency interdisciplinary project teams; identifies timelines, funding sources and availability, project deliverables, resource allocation project phases, etc.
• Leads public engagement meetings of relevant stakeholders and prepares project status reports.
• Identifies project risks; designs strategies to manage and mitigate risk.
• Researches, compiles, and analyzes data and written materials, and prepares technical and administrative reports.
• Prepares reports and cost control analyses; analyzes claims and recommends approval of consultant / contract payments.
• Initiates the preparation of and presents feasibility studies, environmental studies, complex cost estimates, schedules and programs for the development or alteration of buildings, structures, and related infrastructure.
• Prepares requests for proposals and contracts for professional services (e.g., right-of-way and vertical construction).
• Administers contracts for professional services (such as contracts for the design and construction of public improvements).
• Reviews project plans, maps, specifications, estimates and contract documents.
• Confers with developers, contractors and engineers on matters related to capital and other construction projects.
• Develops, monitors and updates project schedules.
• Coordinates, monitors, and administers outside funding sources, including but not limited to Federal, State, and local funding for transportation projects.
• Prepares and monitors project or program budgets.
• When assigned to planning and overseeing IT projects to completion : Identifies scope and objectives; identifies deliverables and establishes schedules and timelines; identifies project resources and skill level of necessary resources; assigns work to the project team; monitors budget constraints and client satisfaction levels; and verify that system documentation is complete and that testing is successful before approvals for live implementation are made.
• When assigned to IT projects : Convenes with stakeholders and clients to establish goals, priorities, and major work schedules for information technology projects and the status of projects including timelines, schedules, and resources.

Typical Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND TRAINING

Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be :

Education :

Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering, construction management, public administration or a related field

Experience :

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of :

Ability to :

Review plans, specifications, agreements, and contracts accurately.

Understand and interpret construction plans, specifications, and other contract documents.

Conduct comprehensive research and prepare reports with appropriate recommendations.

Ensure project compliance with Federal, State, and local rules, laws, and regulations.

Prepare and monitor project budgets.

Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.

Operate and utilize computers; type and input data into computer terminal utilizing programs for word processing, data base management, spreadsheets, graphics, computer aided drafting and GIS applications.

Operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices

Special Requirements

Possession of a valid Class "C" California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record may be required.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS / WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical and mental demands herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential job functions.