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The Position Job Appointment: Full-Time Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm. An alternate schedule may be available. Work Location: 1120 SW 5TH AVE, PORTLAND OR 97204-1912 Benefits: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefits for this position.

Union Representation: PROTEC17 To view current labor agreements, please visit https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor-agreements. Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland's online portal. You will need to attach a resume and a cover letter

These positions, within the Capital Delivery Division, perform capital project management work and provide direction, support, coordination, and assistance on a variety of transportation capital projects under the supervision of a Capital Project Manager IV or Division Manager. Responsibilities include development and implementation of public involvement strategies for transportation capital improvement projects, collaborative project development, affirming project scopes, assembling internal and external design teams, creating and tracking project budgets and schedules, convening project team meetings, review of project deliverables, coordination with other PBOT work groups, coordination with external bureaus and agencies, issue resolution, and public and stakeholder involvement. The Capital Project Manager I position leads delivery of small- to moderate-sized capital projects.

Capital Project Managers ensure that projects meet scope, schedule, budget, and public involvement expectations. The Capital Project Manager I position will also collaborate on large-sized capital projects with senior-level staff. The Capital Project Manager I position may also lead development of public involvement strategies, materials, and coordination for the division in place of managing some capital projects.

An ideal candidate will have experience in infrastructure planning and/or delivery, such as project management, infrastructure design, engineering, construction, transportation planning, transportation policy, environmental assessment, right-of-way, infrastructure finance, public involvement, communications, or other related work. The current vacancies are in the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT). Other bureaus may use the eligible list development from this recruitment to fill future vacancies.

About the division: The Capital Delivery Division (CDD) leads PBOT's capital improvement program, overseeing more than $500m of transportation and public infrastructure projects in the city. CDD includes 18 Capital Project Managers and a division manager. The division is part of the Projects, Policy, and Planning group at PBOT.

What you'll get to do: Fostering project teams from all over PBOT and other city agencies and coordinating activities among team members. Developing scopes, schedules, and budgets for capital projects. Assisting on project development to ready transportation plans for engineering design.

Leading capital projects through all phases of designs and assisting with construction management during implementation. Reporting to PBOT and City leadership on capital project progress and key milestones. Developing public involvement plans and strategies for capital projects and in partnership with other project managers.

Creating and maintaining public involvement document templates. Organizing and facilitating public meetings and events related to capital projects. Coordinating with PBOT Communications, Equity and Inclusion, Transportation Planning, and cohort Public Works bureaus on capital project designs, public involvement and communications strategies and work products.

Creating and maintaining standards and guidelines for web-based public involvement including webpages, public surveys, electronic delivery of notices, and virtual open houses. Keeping public involvement resources, templates, and training materials available and up to date in the PBOT Capital Project Delivery Manual. Developing and maintaining relationships with community, neighborhood, and business groups for the purpose of effective public engagement.

Liaising on bureau- and city-wide public involvement improvement initiatives such as customer resource management (CRM) software. Assisting project managers with public involvement tasks during high demand instances, such as responding to e-mails and phone calls, and making website edits. Assisting PBOT Equity and Inclusion with Title VI (Civil Rights) Annual Accomplishment Reports and generally ensuring equitable and inclusive public involvement on capital projects.

Other duties as assigned. Who you are: Excellent Communicator: You are a strong communicator to both technical and non-technical individuals, and proficient verbally and in writing Innovative: You have an aptitude for continuous improvement and can excel in change management. You've demonstrated the ability to remain flexible, agile, and calm in a high paced environment that relies on quick and stable decision making Problem Solver: You can identify problems early and value collaboration.

You utilize active listening and effective communication and facilitation skills in working with others to find resolutions Project Manager: You have knowledge of project management principles and can support, lead, and review various operational projects that support the Group Director's and bureau initiatives. These projects may vary greatly in scope but are centered on public improvements Authentic: Effective in a professional, diverse, multi-cultural environment. You treat customers, co-workers and employees with respect and are accountable Results Driven: This position is high paced, dynamic and requires a candidate who can take charge, bring focus, and finish tasks in a timely, accurate and professional manner Dedicated: Have a passion for public service and hold a high level of pride in making sure that projects, tasks, and emergencies are effectively and efficiently completed Organized: Able to work on a multitude of tasks and understand/respond to various situations in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment Relationship Builder: An outgoing professional who values building trust, partnerships, and relationships to support an inclusive culture and accomplish objectives more effectively Questions?: Terrol Johnson Senior Recruiter terrol.johnson@portlandoregon.gov To Qualify Applicants should specifically address and demonstrate in their cover letter and resume how their education, training, and/or experience meet each of the following minimum qualifications: Knowledge of public involvement and communications principles, strategies, and best practices for government projects and/or programs as well as urban transportation infrastructure design and construction principles and terminology

Experience with transportation or other public infrastructure such as policy, planning, design, engineering, construction, or capital project management. Experience developing and implementing public involvement strategies for government projects and/or programs, including organizing and facilitating public meetings, and reaching underrepresented communities in culturally appropriate ways. Ability to communicate clearly, persuasively, and with empathy, both verbally and in writing, including preparing skilled responses to community concerns, creating and editing web-based content, and developing materials for public engagement.

Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with competing demands and deadlines. Experience effectively problem-solving and partnering with community members, community groups, internal/outside agencies, and/or contractors. The Recruitment Process STEP 1: Apply online between June 29, 2026, and July 13, 2026 Required Application Materials: Cover letter.

Details are key. The city uses a merit-based system, so your cover letter should be thorough and specifically address each qualification listed in the "To Qualify" section of the job announcement. Your cover letter can exceed one page to ensure you can provide detailed information for every qualification.

Follow the instructions, as a subject matter expert will be evaluating your details to confirm that you meet the minimum requirements. Resume Answer to Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions) Optional Application Materials: Veteran's Preference documents (e.g., DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter) must be submitted by the closing date. Update: As of March 3, 2025, if you have already submitted veteran documents and qualified for preference, you do not need to resubmit them for future recruitments

To update or remove veteran preference for this recruitment or from your profile, contact the recruiter listed in the job announcement. Application Tips: Your cover letter can exceed one page but no more than three, to ensure you can provide detailed information for every qualification. A subject matter expert will evaluate your details to confirm that you meet the minimum requirements.

Your resume should support the details described in your cover letter. How We Determine Pay: The City of Portland is covered by the Oregon Equal Pay Act. Your salary is determined based on the experience listed in your resume that is directly related and equivalent to the position for which you are applying.

It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid, regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all your relevant experience. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted. Do not attach any additional documents.

Please note that all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. You can use AI tools to assist with your job application, but please make sure to personalize your responses to supplemental questions. Avoid copying and pasting.

We encourage the use of AI to generate ideas and then tailor them to reflect your own experiences and skills. All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. BOLI: Equal Pay for Workers: State of Oregon Every worker must get equal pay for equal work regardless of gender, race, age, or other protected characteristics.

Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of July 13, 2026 An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and cover letter, is weighted 100%. Your resume and cover letter will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.

You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you would like to review and discuss your evaluation results. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information. Additional evaluation may be required before the establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection

Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of July 20, 2026 Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. Step 4: Selection (Interview): TBD The hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview. Please note that the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.

Step 5: Offer of Employment: TBD Step 6: Start Date: TBD A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met. *Timeline is approximate and subject to change* Additional Information Click here for additional information regarding the following: City of Portland Core Values Recruitment Process - Work Status Equal Employment Opportunity Veteran Preference ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations Did you know. The City of Portland has How to Apply Videos and offers How to Apply Classes once per month.

If you have questions after watching the videos you are invited to contact the recruiter listed on the announcement. An Equal Opportunity Employer