Project Manager, Civil Engineering

Position: Project Manager I
Salary: $75,171.00 - $97,427.00 Annually
Location : Beaufort
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Division: Development
Department: Capital Project Management
Opening Date: 07/25/2025
FLSA: Non-Exempt

Description
The purpose of this position is to manage assigned capital projects through the planning, design, construction, occupancy and warranty period of complex construction and renovation projects, and other initiatives as assigned. This class works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

Examples of Duties
The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Manages capital improvements and/or engineering projects and other construction or renovation projects; prepares bid packages/documents; develops construction contracts, specifications and bid forms; prepares scope of work statements for design engineers and inspecting engineers.
• Participates, evaluates and monitors the selection process for design consultants and contractors; reviews bids and recommendations for contract awards; prepares project budget; attends Council meetings to obtain approval of budget amendments.
• Acts as liaison between County departments, developers, contractors and the public relating to engineering and construction projects; determines nature and extent of work; coordinates petition process involving property owners as part of project approval.
• Provides in-house review of drawings, material sources and specifications during construction; supervises or prepares drawings of plans and details.
• Monitors contractors and consultants to ensure that contract terms and conditions are met; inspects construction sites for compliance with specifications and tracks change orders.
• Monitors field inspections of work done by contractors to ensure compliance with plans and specifications; coordinates or attends various project meetings as Beaufort County representative.
• Reviews, justifies and recommends change orders; reviews and approves invoices and pay applications to ensure that values are correct, and schedules are reasonable; monitors expenditures and revenues and provides information to officials.
• Determines date of substantial completion and performs final inspection to assure project completion according to contract requirements.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Typical Qualifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Capital Projects Department requires an Associate's degree, vocational technical degree or specialized training that is equivalent to satisfactory completion of two years of college education.
• Over two years and up to and including four years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

• (PMP) Project Management Professional Certification (preferred).
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.

Supplemental Information

All applicants tentatively selected for a position with Beaufort County Council will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for the illegal use of drugs and to a background check prior to appointment. Employment is contingent upon clearing both the drug screening and background investigation.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term & short-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, please the Beaufort County Human Resources website.
01

How many years of related experience do you have in project management?

• Less than 2 years
• 2 to 4 years
• More than 4 years

02

Do you currently hold an Engineer in Training (EIT) certification?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you hold a Professional Engineering License?

• Yes
• No

05

Have you managed or coordinated any projects from initiation to completion? If yes, please briefly describe one of the projects.
Required Question