Project Manager, Public Works-Budget and Finance-25370608BF bei County of San Diego, CA
County of San Diego, CA · San Diego, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Hybrid
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About the Department

Future Salary Increases:
** June 2026 – 4.49% increase to base pay (3% Across-the-Board + 1.49% Market Adjustment)
** June 2027 – 4.49% increase to base pay (3% Across-the- Board + 1.49% Market Adjustment)
The following are additional pay incentives and premiums that are available for those who are eligible: 5% Engineer Premium (applied to time worked). Employees in this classification shall receive additional compensation of approximately five percent (5%) above the employee’s base pay for those who are registered with the state of California as a Professional Engineer.
Are you looking for an exciting project and budget management career or advancement opportunity and development on your current career? The County is seeking qualified individuals that can bring innovative ideas and strong work ethics to support the Department of Public Work's commitment to providing reliable and sustainable infrastructure for our unincorporated community.
The County of San Diego is currently accepting online job applications for Project Manager, Public Works (Finance & Budget), to fill an immediate vacancy within the County of San Diego's Department of Public Works, Engineering Division.Incumbent will be responsible for developing, preparing, monitoring, and presenting the Engineering Division’s operating and capital budgets, providing financial forecasts and analysis, and ensuring resources are effectively managed to support the County’s public works programs and infrastructure projects.
If you have extensive project management as well as budget/finance experience in capital improvement projects, public works, infrastructure and construction projects and in operating budgets and financial forecasting for all these major projects, DPW would like to invite you to apply for Project Manager, Public Works - Budget & Finance!The Department of Public Works (DPW) is committed to providing reliable and sustainable infrastructure for our unincorporated community. DPW is responsible for the following services for the unincorporated region: County maintained roads; traffic engineering; private development construction inspection; design engineering and construction management for public works related infrastructure; land surveying and map processing; watershed quality and flood protection; County airports; solid waste planning and diversion; closed landfill maintenance; wastewater and water systems management; and assessment districts for private road and landscape maintenance.
DPW is located in the recently constructed and LEED Certified County Operations Center, a modern 44-acre complex in the Kearny Mesa area of San Diego. This center consists of 18 structures and houses 19 departments, including an employee gym/workout center. Kearny Mesa is located centrally with easy access from the 163 and 805 freeways, along a vibrant corridor with a variety of commercial services in walking distance.
Work Schedule
The selected candidates may be assigned a hybrid schedule consisting of teleworking or working remotely; and working at the County Operations Center in Kearny Mesa.
Department of Public Works - Selection Interview Dates
- Job Offer and Background Process begins after interviews. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.
- Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
- Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date
Minimum Qualifications
2) Any combination of education and experience described above which equals nine (9) years.
Note: Possession of a master's degree or higher in the majors listed above under #1 above can substitute for a maximum of one (1) year of the experience requirement.
The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate’s personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire.
Condition of Employment
As part of the County of San Diego’s pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.
Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental application form will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.

Veteran’s Preference Policy The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego.
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