Salary : $128,835.20 - $156,659.36 Annually
Location : Throughout the County of Santa Clara, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26-L69-A
Department: County-Wide Recruitment
Opening Date: 10/06/2026
Closing Date: 10/27/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: 14
DescriptionUnder general direction, to provide project management, liaison, inspection, and contract administration for the design, construction and modification of County buildings, facilities and structures.
Typical Tasks Distinguishing Characteristics
This is the first working level in the series. Incumbents are responsible for small to moderate-sized projects in terms of dollar amount, technical complexity and permitting requirements. Projects at this level typically have a value of $5 million dollars or less.
Typical Tasks
- Develops project scope, budget, funding, and schedule;
- Manages consultant and contractor selection process and participates as a member of consultant selection committee and is responsible for fee negotiations and approval of contracts;
- Communicates among the County, consultants, and other interested agencies or parties;
- Assures that project program and conceptual design meet the County's needs and are compatible with master plans;
- Responsible for keeping projects within approved budgets on their approved schedule; Analyzes claims and approves consultant/contractor payment requests;
- Participates in public hearings; Prepares and presents project reports;
- Provides guidance to consultant on project criteria, regulations, codes, standards and schedules;
- Identifies and manages responses to CEQA, ADA, energy conservation, and other special requirements;
- Evaluates existing facilities;
- Reviews and approves technical reports, designs, and contract documents to assure adequacy, compliance with project program and constructability and cost efficiency; Coordinates the review of such documents by other County staff and/or consultant peer reviewers;
- Secures the approval of designs and construction documents by the appropriate governmental agencies;
- May produce technical reports, studies, architectural/engineering contract documents and technical specifications;
- Inspects progress and approves the completion of construction projects;
- May assign and approve the work of construction inspectors;
- May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker, as required;
- Performs other related duties as required.
Employment StandardsSufficient education, training and experience to demonstrate the attainment of the knowledge and abilities listed below.
Training and Experience Note: Training and experience equivalent to possession of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college with a major in Architecture, Engineering (Civil, Mechanical or Electrical), Landscape Architecture, Construction Management or a closely related field;
AND
Two (2) years of recent experience in architecture, landscape architecture, or engineering project design and construction, construction management, or space planning as a fully licensed professional, or under a licensed professional.
Possession of California driver's license, upon appointment, and ability to qualify for and maintain County driver's authorization.
Knowledge of:- Modern construction and design methods and practices;
- Roles and responsibilities of the various architectural/engineering disciplines, construction managers, contractors and other participants in the design/construction process;
- Basic concepts of cost estimating, budgeting, and scheduling techniques;
- Applicable California codes, laws and regulations pertaining to public building projects;.
- Project deadlines and time constraints, both practical and contractual;
- Computer use and knowledge of various programs and applications relevant to the position.
Ability to:- Analyze departmental needs relating to small design and construction projects and prepare project scope budgets and schedules appropriate to the classification level;
- Coordinate the planning and program administration of small design and construction projects appropriate to the classification level;
- Negotiate contracts for consultant services for small design and construction projects appropriate to the classification level;
- Effectively communicate in oral and written form;
- Prepare project reports and correspondence;
- Make presentations to the public and various agencies.
The County offers comprehensive first-class medical, dental, and vision benefits plans for County employees and their dependents, including plans with no deductibles, no co-pays, no co-insurance, and no prescription drug co-pays.
Learn more The County also offers generous paid time off with significant vacation, sick time, and 13 paid County holidays annually! Details are included in the with the bargaining unit applicable to the job classification.
In addition to the amazing perks above, the County also offers the additional benefits below.
Retirement BenefitsThe County offers robust retirement plans including a (similar to the private sector's 401(k) plan) and the In addition to lifetime retirement income available through the CalPERS pension plan, the 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan provides a great way to save for retirement and supplement the defined benefit pension available to employees. These plans help our employees build a plan for their future and contribute to their family's long-term financial well-being.
Health Flexible Spending AccountThe empowers employees to manage healthcare expenses efficiently with tax-free contributions (up to $3,200 for the 2024 calendar year). Secure tax-free solutions for your healthcare expenses and enjoy the flexibility to manage your healthcare finances effectively with the HFSA.
Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)The enables employees to utilize tax-free funds for dependent care services, facilitating a convenient and cost-effective approach for managing your dependent care expenses. The County also offers the , an employer-funded DCAP, for employees with annual income under $120,000.
Life and AD&DThe County offers life and disability benefits including , Insurance, These benefits ensure financial security and income support when you and your family need it most.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)The County prioritizes employee mental health and well-being and offers a top-tier through Concern providing confidential counseling sessions covering stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, as well as financial/legal services, personal coaching, child and elder care referrals, and comprehensive crisis support.
Employee WellnessThe offers free wellness programing, fitness classes and resources; including Elevate My Wellness an all-in-one platform designed to elevate your well-being journey.
Education ReimbursementA generous program is available, including Education Reimbursement for employees seeking additional training and professional development.
NOTE: Benefit and Retirement information may vary from bargaining unit to bargaining unit. Due to changes in State Law, current pension provisions described in the union contracts are not automatically applied. Specific pension benefits for new hires who start on or after January 1, 2013 may be different than indicated in the union contracts.
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Please answer the following questions. Completion of the following supplemental questions is
REQUIRED and is an integral part of the evaluation process. Initially, it will be used to determine minimum qualifications. For those applicants meeting the employment standards, this information will be critical in the subsequent competitive assessment to identify those candidates to be invited to continue in the examination process. Your responses to the questions may also be reviewed and scored in a Competitive Rating evaluation process based on pre-determined rating criteria. Your answers should be as complete as possible, as no additional information will be accepted from applicants once the Competitive Rating evaluation has begun. A response of
"see resume" or
"see application" will deem your application incomplete.
Include a detailed description of your work experience in the following format for EACH employer referenced, in each answer:
a) Employer name(s)
b) Job title(s)
c) Start/end dates of employment
d) Total hours worked per week
e) Description of task(s) performedDo you understand the requirement to provide complete answers in order to determine relevant experience for each area in question? 02
Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree or higher in any of the following fields?
- Architecture
- Architectural Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Construction Management
- Electrical Engineering
- Landscape Architecture
- Mechanical Engineering
- Structural Engineering
- Other closely related field
- None of the above
03
If you made a selection in the previous question, please indicate the
degree level, major/field of study, and the University/School attended.If none, type "N/A." 04
How many years of professional level experience do you possess in architecture or landscape architecture as a fully licensed professional or under a licensed professional?
- No experience
- Less than two years
- Two to less than four years
- Four to less than six years
- Six to less than eight years
- Eight to less than ten years
- Ten years or more
05
Describe your experience in architecture or landscape architecture as a fully licensed professional or under a fully licensed professional.
Include in your response:
a) Employer name(s)
b) Job title(s)
c) Start/end dates of employment
d) Total hours worked per week
e) Description of task(s) performedIf no experience, please type N/A.
06
How many years of professional level experience do you possess in engineering project design and construction management as a fully licensed professional or under a fully licensed professional?
- No experience
- Less than two years
- Two to less than four years
- Four to less than six years
- Six to less than eight years
- Eight to less than ten years
- Ten years or more
07
Describe your professional level experience in engineering project design and construction management as a fully licensed professional or under a licensed professional.
Include in your response:
a) Employer name(s)
b) Job title(s)
c) Start/end dates of employment
d) Total hours worked per week
e) Description of task(s) performedIf no experience, please type N/A.
08
How many years of professional level experience do you possess in space planning as a fully licensed professional or under a fully licensed professional?
- No experience
- Less than two years
- Two to less than four years
- Four to less than six years
- Six to less than eight years
- Eight to less than ten years
- Ten years or more
09
Describe your professional level experience in space planning as a fully licensed professional or under a fully licensed professional.
Include in your response:
a) Employer name(s)
b) Job title(s)
c) Start/end dates of employment
d) Total hours worked per week
e) Description of task(s) performedIf no experience, please type N/A.
10
Do you possess any of the following? (select all that apply)
- Certificate of Registration Engineer or Architect in architecture
- Certificate of Registration Engineer or Architect in mechanical engineering
- Certificate of Registration Engineer or Architect in electrical engineering
- Certificate of Registration Engineer or Architect in structural engineering
- Certificate of Registration Engineer or Architect in civil engineering
- Licensure by the State of California Landscape Architects Technical Committee
- None of the above
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Do you understand and agree to possess a valid California Driver's license upon appointment, and the ability to qualify for and maintain a County driver's authorization?
12
Some positions require employees to undergo, pass, and maintain a Department of Correction security clearance. Do you understand and agree to this requirement?
13
How did you find out/hear about this job?
- In Person Job Fair
- Contacted by County Recruiter
- Email Newsletter
- Virtual Event
- Community Event
- Social Media: Facebook or Instagram
- County of Santa Clara Job Interests Email Notification
- Student Career Center
- Handshake
- Professional Association
- Contacted by an External Staffing Firm
- Hospital Website
- Search Engine (Google, Bing, online search, etc.)
- Governmentjobs.com
- LinkedIn
- Indeed
- Employee Referral: Friends, Families and Coworkers
- County of Santa Clara Career Website
- Other (Specify in the next question)
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How did you find out about this job? If "Other" is selected: Please describe how you heard about this job.
Required Question
