Job Description

Posting number: 2026-0100

Department: Public Works & Planning

Job classification: Project Manager

Posting type: Open

Categories: Planning and Development, Public Works, Land Use, Construction Trades

Summary

Are you ready to lead projects that make a lasting impact on your community? Churchill County is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee capital improvement, infrastructure, facility, and public works projects from concept through completion.

In this key role, you'll manage multiple projects, coordinate with consultants, contractors, and public agencies, and work closely with County leadership to deliver projects that improve services, strengthen infrastructure, and support future growth. If you are a collaborative problem-solver with strong project management skills and a passion for public service, we invite you to join our team and help shape the future of Churchill County.

Build the projects. Solve the challenges. Make a difference.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Plans, coordinates and manages assigned capital improvement, infrastructure, facility and public works projects from initiation through closeout. The position develops project scopes, schedules and budgets; coordinates consultants, contractors, utilities, regulatory agencies and County departments; administers procurement and contracts; monitors construction and grant requirements; and provides professional project management assistance to County management and the Board of County Commissioners.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This is a professional project management classification responsible for the successful delivery of multiple projects of varying size, complexity and funding source. The incumbent exercises considerable independent judgment within established law, policy, budget and contract requirements. The position may direct the work of consultants, contractors and assigned staff. This position is distinguished from the Public Works Director in that the latter has overall executive and administrative responsibility for the department.

Examples of duties

This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Demonstrates regular, reliable and punctual attendance.
• Manages assigned projects through planning, design, procurement, permitting, construction, commissioning and closeout; establishes project objectives, deliverables, milestones, schedules and performance measures.
• Develops project scopes of work, cost estimates, budgets, cash-flow projections and funding plans; tracks commitments and expenditures and recommends corrective action when scope, schedule or budget variances occur.
• Coordinates the work of architects, engineers, surveyors, environmental consultants, contractors, construction managers, utilities and other service providers; reviews work products for completeness, consistency and conformance with County requirements.
• Prepares and administers requests for qualifications, requests for proposals, invitations to bid and other competitive procurement documents in coordination with County staff; participates in evaluations, negotiations, recommendations for award and contract development.
• Administers professional services and construction contracts; reviews invoices, pay applications, schedules, submittals, requests for information, change proposals and closeout documents; maintains complete project records and documentation.
• Coordinates with County departments to define operational needs, site constraints, project priorities and transition requirements; facilitates project meetings and documents decisions, assignments and follow-up actions.
• Coordinates permits, approvals, easements, rights-of-way, utility relocations, environmental reviews and regulatory compliance applicable to assigned projects.
• Conducts or coordinates field observations and site meetings; monitors progress, quality, safety coordination and compliance with plans, specifications and contract requirements; promptly elevates material risks or deficiencies.
• Manages project risks and issues; develops mitigation strategies; evaluates alternatives and prepares recommendations supported by cost, schedule, operational and lifecycle considerations.
• Prepares staff reports, agenda materials, presentations, status reports, correspondence, grant documentation and other written materials for County management, the Board of County Commissioners, funding agencies and the public.
• Identifies grant and external funding opportunities; assists with applications, agreements, reimbursement requests, reporting, audits and compliance with applicable funding requirements.
• Coordinates public information and stakeholder engagement activities related to assigned projects; responds to inquiries and explains project scope, schedule, impacts and decisions within assigned authority.
• Maintains project files, schedules, budgets, contracts, meeting records, inspection information and closeout documentation in accordance with County record-retention practices.
• Assists with development and updates of the County capital improvement plan, asset priorities and long-range infrastructure programs.
• Represents the County with dignity, integrity and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff, elected officials, contractors, agencies and the public.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, public administration, business administration, planning or a closely related field; AND four (4) years of progressively responsible experience managing public works, infrastructure, facility or capital projects, including experience with budgets, schedules, consultant or contractor coordination and contract administration; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of project, program and construction management, including scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk, procurement and closeout controls.
• Public works, infrastructure and facility planning, design and construction processes.
• Principles and practices of public procurement, competitive selection, bidding and contract administration.
• Cost estimating, budget development, expenditure tracking and financial reporting.
• Project scheduling methods and techniques.
• Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations and permitting requirements related to assigned projects.
• Grant administration, reimbursement, documentation and compliance practices.
• Engineering and architectural plans, specifications, estimates, contracts and technical reports.
• Public-sector administrative principles, records management and agenda processes.
• Risk management, quality control, change management and dispute avoidance.
• Computer applications related to project management, scheduling, spreadsheets, document management and presentation preparation.
• Techniques for communicating with elected officials, agency representatives, technical professionals, contractors, property owners and members of the public.

Skill in:

• Planning, organizing and managing multiple projects, priorities and deadlines.
• Developing clear scopes, schedules, budgets, work plans and performance measures.
• Reviewing plans, specifications, estimates, proposals, contracts, invoices, schedules and change documentation.
• Identifying project risks, analyzing alternatives and making sound, timely recommendations.
• Facilitating meetings, resolving issues and coordinating work among parties with differing responsibilities and interests.
• Negotiating within established authority and maintaining effective professional relationships.
• Interpreting, applying and explaining laws, regulations, policies, contracts and technical requirements.
• Preparing clear, concise and accurate reports, correspondence, presentations and project records.
• Making effective oral presentations to large and small groups.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within general policy and budget guidelines.
• Using project management, spreadsheet, word processing, presentation and document management software.
• Communicating effectively in person, in writing and by telephone with staff, officials, consultants, contractors, agencies and the public.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid Nevada Driver's License, or ability to obtain within a reasonable period following appointment.
• Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Professional Engineer (PE) or comparable credential is desirable, but not required unless specified for a particular assignment.

Supplemental information

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Mobility to work in a typical office setting and to inspect construction sites, facilities and undeveloped terrain; stamina to sit, stand and walk for extended periods; ability to climb stairs or ladders and traverse uneven surfaces; strength and agility to lift and carry up to 25 pounds; vision to read printed materials, plans and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and by telephone. Work is performed in both office and field settings. Field work may involve exposure to traffic, construction equipment, dust, noise, inclement weather, temperature extremes and other construction-site conditions. Appropriate personal protective equipment may be required.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

1. Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
2. New employees are required to submit to a background investigation and if hired for a safety-sensitive position, a drug/alcohol screen. Employment is contingent upon passing the background and the drug/alcohol screen (if applicable).
3. Churchill County participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS, with information from each applicant’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made.