Facilities Project Manager - Public Works

Salary : $90,429.86 - $148,222.38 Annually
Location : 305 West Third Street, Oxnard 93030, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 3165-PW-2611-SM
Department: PUBLIC WORKS
Opening Date: 11/05/2026
Closing Date: 11/24/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Description
The City of Oxnard's Public Works Department is seeking a Facilities Project Manager to join the Facilities Division!
WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Oversee development and planning of smaller and mid-sized departmental capital improvement projects.
• Analyze architectural, engineering, urban design, environmental, and economic aspects of project development.
• Coordinating the implementation of construction and departmental capital improvement projects.
• Collaborating with consultants, community groups, staff, architects, engineers, contractors, and inspectors.

PAYROLL/CLASSIFICATION TITLE:

Construction Project Manager
SUPERVISION EXERCISED / SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Receives general supervision and is expected to prioritize work to meet deadlines and to keep the supervisor informed of issues that would impact achievement of a deadline, organizational policy or procedure, or in consideration of risk management.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This classification is distinguished from the next higher level of Construction Project Manager, Senior in that the Construction Project Manager, Senior is a mid-management position and is responsible for the substantial administration of assigned Capital Improvement Projects.
WORK SCHEDULE:

The normal work week is Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM and alternating Fridays, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. This position may be required to be available to work additional hours as needed to respond to workload needs. The City does not offer hybrid or remote work.

Essential Functions
This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.

• Reviews construction documents for discrepancies and performs overall project analysis; makes recommendations based on findings.
• Prepares RFQ's and RFP's and selects professional consultants.
• Negotiates and administers contracts.
• Schedules construction work design, arranges inspections, and coordinates work with the project development team.
• Prepares and manages project budgets and schedules, and reviews the work of professional and technical consultants and contractors.
• Serves as liaison between project staff, City departments, outside public agencies, consultants, contractors, and the community.
• Prepares comprehensive written and oral reports and makes recommendations for presentation to department management, other public agencies, and community groups.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
The following are the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into each classification:
EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, public administration, architecture, project management, construction management, or a directly related field.

EXPERIENCE:

• Two (2) years of experience required, preferably within the context of municipal public works engineering project management and/or engineering.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATE:

• A valid unrestricted Class C license may be required, depending on position

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing

General Information
APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs online application.
• Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required.
• Upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript), or other requested documents.

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.
The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time, part-time, and temporary assignments. The eligibility list established from this recruitment is to fill this position only. There is currently one (1) full-time vacancy within the Public Works Department, Facilities Division.
Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough reference check and background investigation. Some positions that work with or have access to the Police Department may require a polygraph exam. Select positions may require candidates to undergo a pre-employment medical and/or psychological evaluation.
UNION MEMBERSHIP:

Positions in this classification are represented by the Oxnard Mid Manager's Association (OMMA).
NOTE:
For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with ongoing work.

Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.
Employees are required to participate in the City's direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.
This position requires a 12-month probationary period.
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.
This position is not governed by the overtime provisions of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.
If a candidate accepts a conditional job offer with the City of Oxnard, any and all pending applications for active recruitments with the City of Oxnard will be withdrawn and no longer considered.
Retirement Contributions:
New members (as defined by PEPRA), 2% @ 62; "Classic" members 2% @ 55. The employee will be required to pay a portion of their annual earnings toward their retirement. The City of Oxnard does not participate in social security.

Safety Designated Positions: New members (as defined by PEPRA), 2.7% @ 57; "Classic" members 3% @ 50. The employee will be required to pay a portion of their annual earnings toward their retirement depending on their relevant MOU. The City of Oxnard does not participate in social security.

Vacation/Annual Accrual Rates:
Leave accrual rates vary between 6.24 - 11.78 hours per pay period based on years of service.

Administrative Leave:
Management employees are not compensated for overtime worked. However, the department director may authorize up to 40 hours of administrative leave in one year.

Deferred Compensation:
The City contributes 1% of employee salary to a 401(a) plan of its choosing.

Retirement Health Savings
The City contributes 1% to a retirement health savings account.

Bilingual Pay: A regular full time employee may receive bilingual pay at the rate of $50.00-$100.00 bi-weekly depending on the Level the employee is required to provide bilingual services as determined by the City Manager or designee.
Health and Dental:
Employees can choose from a variety of medical plans provided by the City. The City's contribution to medical coverage is outlined below:

Level One - For employees hired before January 1, 2023, the City contributes $1,543.00 per month toward medical insurance premiums and an additional $74.21 per month toward dental insurance premiums. Employees will receive cash back if the medical plan they choose is less than the City's monthly contribution of $1,543.00 per month. Employees who waive medical insurance will receive cash back in the amount $1,243.00 per month provided they provide proof of other qualifying coverage. Any unused dental premium monies are paid to the employee. If employees hired prior to January 1, 2023 make any changes to their health plan, they will be placed in level two.

Level Two - For employees hired on or after January 1, 2023, the City will contribute $2,054 per month towards medical insurance premiums with no cash back. Employees who waive medical insurance will receive $500.00 per month cash back provided they show proof of other qualifying coverage. The City will provide $66.80 per month towards dental insurance.

Holidays:
The City observes 12 holidays per year

Life Insurance:
City employees receive Basic Life Coverage ($7,500) + 1 times annual salary 100% paid by the City. Employees also have the option to purchase additional insurance.

Tuition Reimbursement:
Full-time employees are eligible for 100% reimbursement for work-related coursework up to a maximum of $5,000 per fiscal year.
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Do you possess a Bachelor's degree or higher in civil engineering, construction management, public administration, architecture, project management, or a directly related field?
02

If you answered Yes to question #1 above, please write in the space below the academic discipline in which you earned your Associate's degree or higher. If you answered No, please type N/A
03

Please describe your experience managing facilities/construction projects. In your response, please include: A) Employer(s)B) Job title(s)C) Date(s) of employmentD) Specific job responsibilities
Required Question