Job Description
Target Close Date 05/22/2026 Pay Grade Grade 29 Type Full time Job Summary Jefferson County is seeking a well-qualified Construction Project Manager for its Roads & Transportation department. This role is responsible for coordinating and managing administrative, financial, and technical aspects of assigned transportation infrastructure projects, including roadway, bridge, drainage, and capital improvement projects. This position provides leadership in planning, scheduling, and overseeing the expenditure of project funds to ensure efficient delivery consistent with departmental goals, engineering standards, and applicable regulations. This position includes supervisory responsibilities over assigned staff and/or contracted personnel involved in project delivery. Construction Project Managers serve as a departmental liaison, communicating project scope, status, construction issues, and coordination needs with internal divisions, external agencies, contractors, utilities, and the public. Responsibilities include coordinating subcontracts and sub-awards to ensure compliance with contract requirements and funding conditions, as well as overseeing construction administration activities such as contractor pay applications, change orders, schedules, and compliance with applicable roadway and bridge design standards (including AASHTO and state DOT specifications where applicable). Construction Project Managers are also responsible for grant reporting and documentation, and work with Finance and Accounting to develop and monitor project budgets. They may support public engagement efforts, including meetings and project communications. Work is performed under general direction and evaluated based on project delivery, compliance, cost control, and overall outcomes. Compensation & Benefits Jefferson County provides competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more. The pay range for this job is presented below: $77,771 - $120,640 Minimum Qualifications The following are job-related qualifications that are required for employment consideration for this position: Experience supporting construction project management activities, including assisting with scheduling, coordinating contractors or vendors, monitoring permit and contractual compliance, contributing to job site quality reviews, and tracking project punch lists in Commercial Real Estate, Facilities Management, or Engineering industry. Targeted Qualifications The following are job-related qualifications deemed desirable by Jefferson County. These qualifications may be considered when reviewing applications and inviting candidates to participate in subsequent steps in the selection processes. PMP (Project Management Professional). Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Business Administration, Project Management, Industrial Distribution or Engineering. Experience managing or inspecting public infrastructure construction projects by ensuring the construction project adheres to any approved plan, contract or issued permit throughout all phases of construction. Typical Job Duties Acts as a liaison of the organization by collaborating with other internal and external stakeholders and vendors, communicating project information by conducting and attending project-related meetings, and providing training to ensure all stakeholders are informed. Coordinates project resources with the team members and contacts by defining project milestones, establishing timelines, developing meeting agendas, and establishing backup plans to ensure completion within scope, schedule, and budget constraints. Provides service to internal and/or external customers. Prepares financial and budgetary information by preparing project summaries and budget amendments to ensure operation within legal and regulatory requirements. Manages project contracts and disbursements with vendors and subcontractors by assisting in preparing contracts, monitoring performance, and overseeing contractual execution according to contractual stipulations and federal regulatory guidelines to deliver funds for the project. Prepares reports for management and government agencies by reviewing numbers, writing summaries, and filing reports regarding the status of funding and grant activities to comply with funding and grant requirements. Engages in activities designed to ensure professional development, awareness of developments in the field, and knowledge of relevant practices, rules, laws, policies, and/or guidelines. Phys