Salary : $175,468.80 - $223,953.60 Annually
Location : CITY OF CARSON, CA
Job Type: FULL-TIME
Job Number:
Department: PUBLIC WORKS
Opening Date: 09/10/2026
Closing Date: 9/25/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

THE POSITION
The City of Carson is now accepting applications for the position of Capital Projects Manager
* RECRUITMENT OPENED INTERNALLY TO ACTIVE FULL-TIME CITY OF CARSON EMPLOYEES*
Under the direction of the City Engineer, the Capital Projects Manager performs project management duties for the Public Works Department's Engineering Division. Duties include managing related CIP engineering operations, public works-related contracts, and capital and maintenance projects for City utilities, streets, facilities, and functions. Key skills and tasks include understanding the principles, practices, rules and regulations of engineering, construction and maintenance activities; maintaining records and ensuring compliance with applicable safety standards and procedures; and, supervising and evaluating the performance of assigned staff. Under the direction of the City Engineer, the Capital Projects Manager plans, directs, organizes and administers the City's Capital Improvement Projects portfolio and the related professional services and construction management; participates in the development of the Department's annual CIP Budget; and performs related duties as assigned. The CIP Program Manager supervises various Engineering Division staff and works closely with analysts in the Public Works and Finance Departments. The incumbent assists the City Engineer with other Department-wide duties as assigned and may provide services to other city departments and the public.
Vacancy Information

There is one (1) current full-time (FLSA: Exempt) vacancy with a 4/10 schedule, working Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (including a 1-hour unpaid lunch break). Work hours and/or the work schedule may be adjusted based on the operational needs of the City. This position is fully on-site. Remote work is not available for this position.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
(These functions are representative and may not be present in all positions in the class. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind related duties and work assignments.)

1. Administration of Capital Projects. Plans, organizes, directs, controls, integrates and evaluates the Capital Improvement Program in Public Works. Working with the City Engineer, project managers and Engineering Division staff, the Capital Projects Manager assists, directs and implements, as required, the development of complex engineering design and construction packages for all capital projects. The Capital Projects Manager ensures the maintenance of detailed records of construction project management activities and results; ensures the timely and accurate completion of construction as-built drawings, reports, certificates and related documentation; directs and ensures the City has the rights needed for projects including right-of-way and utility relocation. This is a management classification position that oversees the city's capital improvement program, ensuring that projects are completed on time and within approved budget limits. Performs work as assigned with considerable independence, initiative, and discretion within broad guidelines.

2. Engineering and Design. Oversees and provides technical expertise to staff and consultants responsible for the development of engineering designs, environmental documents, plans, specifications and project cost/budget estimates; and, ensures that project design and construction meet established objectives and agreed-upon requirements of the state and various project-funding sources are cost effective, and are in compliance with regulatory requirements. In conjunction with the City Engineer, and as required, reviews and approves designs, technical studies, financial cost projections and specifications; prepares correspondence on technical engineering issues; makes authoritative interpretations of applicable laws, regulations, policies and design standards; revises and approves construction documents as needed; reviews, approves, signs, seals and submits engineering plans. Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the Public Works Department, Engineering Division, including development of city code as it relates to the CIP and engineering. Develops and manages requests for proposals for professional and/or contracted services; prepares scopes of work and technical specifications; evaluates proposals and recommends award; applies for and administers grant funds for studies and construction projects.

3. Contracting. Oversees the solicitation of proposals from consultants and contractors and works with engineers and maintenance personnel to develop and/or approve scopes of services; participates in bid review, interviews, evaluations and negotiations with proposal respondents; provides input on awards to the City Engineer and/or Director of Public Works; ensures consultant/contractor work is in compliance with the local, state and federal laws, standards and funding requirements; reviews and approves consultant invoices, as required.

4. CIP Budgeting and Strategic Planning. Leads the development of and monitors performance against the Department's annual and five-year CIP budget with managers and supervisors; manages and directs the development, implementation and evaluation of Capital Improvement Program plans, policies, systems and procedures to achieve long-term and annual goals, objectives and work standards. Directs the preparation and the administration of any CIP operating budget in the Engineering Division; oversees and directs the capital project and construction program and individual project cost estimation, budget management and scheduling processes; ensures standardization of capital project and construction processes and activities including reporting, cost estimating, budgeting and schedule management; ensures that financial and tracking reports, invoices and payments are accurate and submitted in a timely manner. With other members of management, participates in the development and implementation of the Division's strategic plans, goals and objectives as they pertain to Public Works Engineering; implements City Council, departmental and divisional policies, plans and strategies as they relate to the City Capital Improvement Program.

5. Management and Supervision. In accordance with the City's human resources policies and provisions, interviews and participates in selecting new staff; supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned employees; establishes performance requirements and professional development targets; regularly monitors staff performance and provides training, coaching and mentoring for performance improvement; implements the progressive discipline process to address performance deficiencies; performs other activities relevant to supervision of assigned staff.

6. Plans and coordinates public outreach efforts related to the CIP; assesses community values, concerns, opinions and briefs the City Engineer and Director of Public Works, as needed and requested.

7. Prepares and coordinates a variety of CIP-related reports and records; attends city and regional agency meetings, as requested; performs analysis and prepares reports for the City Council and various committees.

8. Communicates with city staff, and outside agencies; responds to public inquiries and complaints, as requested.

9. Performs related duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS

License and Certificate:
• Applicants must possess a valid Professional Engineering license (PE) in the State of California.
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license. Employee in this classification will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice Program, which confirms possession of a valid driver's license and reflects driving record.

Preferred:
• Certified Construction manager from the Construction Management Association of America
• Project management Professional (PMP) certification

*Proof of certificates must be attached at the time you submit your application if you indicate that you have one

Education and Experience:
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, project management, architectural engineering, geotechnical engineering or a related engineering field.

*Proof of education must be attached at the time you submit your application
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience managing capital improvement projects, including at least two (2) years of supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Experience in civil design/construction, street construction and traffic signalization is particularly relevant.

Knowledge of:
• Construction blueprints.
• Tools, equipment, methods and techniques used in the maintenance and improvement of public works projects.
• Operation and maintenance of equipment used in public works activities.
• Principles and practices of supervision, training, and evaluation.
• Routine record-keeping technique and inventory control methods.
• Basic budgeting and purchasing practices and procedures.
• Computers and related software.
• Appropriate safety practices and procedures.
• Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Applicable sections of the California Vehicle Code.

Skill and Ability to:
• Plan, coordinate and supervise public works engineering operations.
• Estimate cost and material needs for work projects.
• Read and interpret construction blueprints.
• Observe and enforce safety practices and procedures.
• Maintain routine records and prepare reports.
• Effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Prepare budget and cost estimates and periodic activity reports.
• Train, supervise, and evaluate personnel.
• Read, interpret, apply and explain codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Positions in this class normally:
Require the mobility to stoop, reach, crouch and bend.
Require mobility of arms to reach and dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate small objects.
Require the ability to talk, hear and see.
Require the ability to stand for long periods and/or walk long distances.
Perform work that involves lifting, pushing and/or pulling of objects, which may be approximate 50 pounds and is an infrequent aspect of the job.
May be required to work with harsh and/or hazardous materials.
May be required to wear protective apparel including goggles, face protectors, aprons, and safety shoes.
Require to respond to emergency situations.
Are subject to outside and inside environmental conditions.
May be required to work around loud noise, moving mechanical parts and/or around electrical current.
May be required to drive city and/or personal vehicle during the scope of employment.
Recruitment Process:
This recruitment is open until September 25, 2026, at 11:59 pm. To be considered, please submit an online application and required attachments. Applications that fail to include all necessary documents will be considered incomplete and will not be taken into consideration. Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the recruitment process, which will consist of the following sections:

• Supplemental Questionnaire, no weight
• Oral exam, weighted at 100%
• Final Selection Interview

The Human Resources Department reserves the right to adjust, modify, delete and/or change the above exam types and/or weights. Supplemental questionnaires are used to evaluate applicant's indicated abilities with the ideal candidate profile. The Human Resources Department reserves the right to invite those amongst the highest scoring to the next phase of the recruitment.
Appointment:
Any offer of employment, or acceptance of an employment offer, is contingent upon passing pre-employment physical, background check and other required tests. All new employees are required to take a loyalty oath.
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