Career Opportunity

Project Management Bureau Manager (0942 TEX) - Building Design & Construction - Public Works

Recruitment: RTF0136933-01145854

Published: October 31, 2023

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About:

***This announcement has been amended to update the minimum qualifications. 

***This announcement has been reopened and prior applicants are not required to re-apply.

Specific information regarding this recruitment process is listed below.

• Application Opening:  Monday, October 16, 2023
• Application Deadline: Continuous *Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as this recruitment may close anytime, but no earlier than Friday, November 3, 2023.
• Compensation Range:  $193,154 and $246,454 annually
• Appointment Type: Temporary Exempt, Category 18:
• Recruitment ID:  RTF0136933-01145854

This position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive Civil Service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the Appointing Officer and not exceed 36 months.

San Francisco Public Works (Public Works) has a far-reaching portfolio with a $453 million annual operating budget, an active capital portfolio that exceeds $3 billion and a workforce of 1,700-plus employees. The department operates around the clock, touching every neighborhood in San Francisco. The staff designs and manages the construction of civic buildings and streets; cleans and greens the right of way; maintains civic buildings; manages multi-million-dollar bond programs; trains people for jobs; keeps the right of way free of hazards; paves the roads; repairs bridges and public stairways; expands accessibility; and works at the forefront addressing some of San Francisco’s biggest challenges. With a mission to enhance the quality of life in San Francisco for residents, visitors and business owners, Public Works is committed to providing outstanding public service through an equity lens.

Please visit the “About Us” section of our website at https://www.sfpublicworks.org/about to learn more about the department’s core values, Racial Equity Initiative, leadership team, history, budget and more.

Public Works is currently recruiting for the role of Project Management Bureau Manager (0942 Manager VII) to serve in our Building Design and Construction Division. 

The Building Design and Construction Division
The Building Design and Construction Division of San Francisco Public Works, led by the City Architect, provides architectural and landscape design services, comprehensive building planning, project and construction management, contract support and compliance monitoring, materials testing and hazardous materials investigation for the development of new – and the upgrading of existing ­– civic buildings, facilities and urban landscapes to create a more resilient city.

Role description

Serving as our Project Management Bureau Manager, you will provide valuable oversight of projects and project managers for the purposes of timely project delivery and quality. Your responsibilities will include maintaining client relationships and making sure that design and construction comply with the construction requirements, applicable codes, and CCSF standards while addressing operational requirements and user needs. In this role you will oversee several projects and Project Managers under the 2020 Earthquake Safety and Emergency Response (ESER) Bond Program ($628.5M), the SFMTA Building Progress Program ($1.2B), the Public Health and Safety (PHS) Bond program ($350M), and the 2020 Health & Recovery Bond program ($487.5M)

Important and Essential Duties:
As the Project Management Bureau Manager, your duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Plan, monitor, evaluate, and supervise the operation of a division of a city department; coordinate the work of the various subdivisions; advise and consult with section managers; meets with appropriate staff to identify and resolve problems or conflicts; make or recommend final decisions regarding policy, operations, and administrative procedures.
• Develop, implement and maintain procedures, administrative monitoring practices and controls in order to obtain smooth and effective operation of a division; coordinate work activities of one section with other sections within the division to prevent delays in required actions or to improve programs or services; assist in the identification, development, and implementation of departmental goals, objectives, policies, and priorities; assist in the determination of resource allocation and levels of service according to established policies.
• Receive and analyze division and departmental reports; direct the preparation of monthly and annual reports; direct the gathering and analysis of information and reports necessary to document and evaluate processes.
• Monitor and coach direct reports and other employees to improve work performance.
• Prepare recommendations for appropriate levels of project controls for capital projects varying in size and complexity; develop financial tools to track budgets, expenditures and forecasts, integrate data currently collected in Microsoft Enterprise Project Management (EPM) and emerging Project Management / Construction Management applications to forecast project risks related to cost and schedule impact, as well as capture data that is retrievable in a consistent and informative reports.
• Provide recommendations and implementation of performance metrics reports for future project planning.
• Support and contribute to a work environment that encourages professional development and career growth.
• Develop project work plans and staffing strategies to deliver world-class projects with a diverse team of design professionals and analytical staff.

How to qualify

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:
Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university;

Experience:
4 years of managerial experience of which all must include supervisory experience in architecture, building engineering, construction project management, construction management, or similar field.

Substitution: 
1) Licensure as CA Registered Architect or Professional Engineer may substitute up to 2 years of education for Bachelor of Art degrees with additional years of experience.

Or

2) Possession of a Master’s, Doctorate, or J.D degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of experience.

Desirable Qualifications:  
The stated desirable qualifications may be used to identify job finalists at the end of the selection process when candidates are referred for hiring.

• Possession of a Project Management Professional or Architectural certification.
• Previous accomplishments delivering major capital projects in a governmental/Public sector environment.
• Experience delivering at least two major capital projects with total project budgets of no less than $100 million.
• Experience leading or coordinating projects with multiple governmental funding sources.
• Experience delivering public safety (Fire, Police, Sheriff, etc.) capital projects.
• Experience leading or coordinating multi-phased construction projects.
• You are skilled at communicating effectively with internal staff and external representatives of business and public interest groups, organizations, and public officials.
• Substantial experience working collaboratively with project managers and accountants to develop and track budgets, raise financial risks with solutions to address those risks, and develop executive reporting of the budgets for financial and project management leadership.
• Able to research, recommend, and develop additional financial management, schedule, and risk tools to supplement existing resources.
• Adept at leading and managing staff at multiple levels, from executive and support, to implement change within a diverse organization.

Verification of Education and Experience:
Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. More information can be found at: https://sfdhr.org/information-about-hiring-process#verification

All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application. 

Note: Falsifying one's education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

Selection Procedures:
After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process, which includes the following:

The selection process will include an evaluation of applications in relation to minimum requirements. Depending on the number of applicants, the department may establish and implement additional screening mechanisms to comparatively evaluate the qualifications of candidates. If this becomes necessary, only those applicants whose qualifications most closely meet the needs of the department will move forward in the recruitment process.

Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire (MQSQ):
Candidates will be required to complete an MQSQ as part of the employment application. This MQSQ is designed to obtain specific information regarding an applicant's experience in relation to the Minimum Qualifications (MQ) for this position. The MQSQ will be used to evaluate if the applicant possesses the required minimum qualifications.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through all of the steps in the selection procedure.

What else should I know?

Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:

• Information About The Hiring Process
• Conviction History
• Employee Benefits Overview 
• Equal Employment Opportunity 
• Disaster Service Worker
• ADA Accommodation
• Right to Work
• Copies of Application Documents
• Diversity Statement

Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: At the City and County of San Francisco, we share a commitment to a diverse, inclusive and equitable community. Each member of our organization is responsible and accountable for what they say and do to make San Francisco an inclusive and equitable place to live and work by employing fair and just practices to and for all.

Applicants will receive a confirmation email that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the Analyst, Humera Rahman-Power, at humera.rahman-power@sfdpw.org.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.