Capital Projects Assistant Deputy Director
Capital Projects Assistant Deputy Director
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27-05-2025
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$ 135262 - 187345
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27-05-2025
Job Description
CAREER DESCRIPTION
CAPITAL PROJECTS ASSISTANT DEPUTY DIRECTOR(Business Services Assistant Deputy Director)This recruitment is open to the public and is being held to establish an open eligible list to fill current and future Business Services Assistant Deputy Director vacancies. The eligible list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange.
DEADLINE TO APPLYThis recruitment will close on Thursday June 19 2025 at 11:59PM PST.In addition to performance-based merit increases this position is scheduled to receive a salary range increase on the following date:
Effective June.00% increase
Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above based on position requirements and successful candidates qualifications subject to appropriate authorization.JOHN WAYNE AIRPORTRanked #1 in Customer Satisfaction among Large Airports in the J.D. Power 2024 North America Airport Satisfaction Study John Wayne Airport (JWA) has been a major cornerstone of Orange County for more than 100 years. Located in beautiful Southern California we currently serve approximately 11.8 million annual passengers. We strive to provide a superior guest experience to ensure travel is convenient and stress-free. The County of Orange owns and operates the airport and the service area includes more than three million people within 34 cities and unincorporated areas of Orange County and beyond.
As a medium hub airport we have commercial flights to more than 40 nonstop destinations in the U.S. Mexico and Canada. Eleven commercial airlines and two air cargo airlines fly out of the Airport. It is home to nearly 500 general aviation (private non-commercial) aircraft representing 60% of total operations and includes two full-service fixed base operators and one limited use general aviation facility.
- Mission:ConnectingPeople Places and Opportunities.
- Vision:To be an airport of choice by creating exceptional experiences.
- Core Values: REACH
- Respect
- Environmental Stewardship
- Accountability
- Collaboration
- Honesty
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View video: John Wayne Airport Core Values
To learn more about John Wayne Airport click here.
To learn more about the County of Orange click here.
THE OPPORTUNITYJohn Wayne Airport is seeking an experienced Capital Projects Assistant Deputy Director. The position will serve as a technical consultant to senior management on complex and strategic issues and will coordinate with internal and external stakeholders including but not limited to utility companies real estate companies survey companies regulatory permitting agencies engineering and construction companies cities and the public on capital improvement and facilities alteration projects primarily related to John Wayne Airport. Projects include taxiway reconstruction baggage handling system replacement power generation and electrical distribution system upgrades vertical conveyance upgrades and facility accessibility improvements.
SERVICE AREA
The Planning and Development service area delivers capital improvement projects for John Wayne Airport in accordance with the County of Orange contracting and procurement policy manuals State of California contracting regulations and Federal Regulations. The Capital Projects Assistant Deputy Director will oversee a project management team dedicated to the design and construction of various airport improvement projects and perform other administrative duties related to public project management and contract administration.KEY RESPONSIBILTIES
- Oversee a multidisciplinary project management team dedicated to the implementation of Airport capital improvement projects as well as the Construction and Logistics Management team (CALM)
- Execute the airports $700 million Capital Improvement Plan and other improvement plans in a variety of vertical and horizontal projects. Requires coordination of multiple concurrent projects while minimizing impacts on airport operations
- Partner with procurement in contracting appropriate Public Works Construction Projects consultant services A/E services and Job Order Contracts (JOC)
- Plan assign and supervise work to ensure projects are timely cost effective and of high-quality
- Effectively manage programs plans budgets resources and procedures
- Serve as the primary back-up to the Deputy Airport Director Planning and Development
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONSThe ideal candidate will demonstrate eight (8) years of project management experience that includes at least four (4) years of professional experience in complex aviation/airport-specific project management construction management engineering and/or real estate development and five (5) years in a supervisory capacity.
Although not required a certification in Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) is desirable. The ideal candidates work experience will also demonstrate the core competencies outlined below:
Technical Experience Technical Knowledge- Experience in professional public works project management engineering construction management architectural or business
- Experience in contract administration
- Demonstrate the ability to provide technical explanations and recommendations in terms readily understood by executives
- Demonstrate sound management and leadership skills to guide a team of professional project managers construction managers contractors/consultants and CALM team
- Work independently to provide planning administrative and technical review for design and construction of capital projects
- Knowledge and application of principles of project management architectural/engineering design and construction practices in multiple disciplines such as architectural civil structural electrical plumbing mechanical and heating ventilating and air conditioning
- Knowledge of California Public Contracting Code uniform building codes Cal-OSHA building construction regulations FAA Grant Compliance requirements Federal State and local codes and regulations and other pertinent safety rules and regulations
- Ability to apply Project Management industry standards and practices in the areas of project planning coordinating budget management scheduling and monitoring
- Knowledge and literacy in the use of project management software and GIS/BIM software
Supervision Leadership Skills- Delegate review and monitor assigned work
- Conduct performance planning performance evaluation and coaching to develop and mentor staff
- Ability to proactively lead project team and collaborate with stakeholders from project concept to completion
- Provide leadership and guidance to internal and contracted staff to achieve project and developmental goals that are aligned with overall business objectives budgets and priorities
- Monitor team members and enforces safety guidelines to ensure safe work practices
Analysis and Problem Solving- Ability to understand interpret and enforce compliance with plans specifications schedules and contract provisions
- Ability to recognize and anticipate problems of project scope budget schedule and plans and specifications and determine necessary changes
- Ability to perform calculations necessary to determine quantities and prepare estimates
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external staff contractors and representatives of other agencies and departments
- Ability to research evaluate estimate and accurately interpret and apply technical data and policy information to solve problems and/or make recommendations to management
Planning and Organization- Plan and organize work effectively to ensure that assignments are on schedule
- Complete assignments on time and within budget and policy
- Ability to manage multiple projects at one time
- Ability to manage changing and competing priorities/interests
Communication Skills Oral & Written- Experience in presenting orally and in writing proposals progress reports and recommendations to the highest levels in the organization including the Board of Supervisors County executive management private sector executives contractors and external stakeholders
- Demonstrate political savvy when dealing with both internal and external stakeholders including other Airport staff staff from other County departments Airport Tenants the public community groups city staff and the Board of Supervisors
- Effective in orally and written communication including the ability to provide technical information in a clear and concise manner
- Communicate in an effective manner to individuals and/or groups with diverse interests including contractors and departmental representatives
- Negotiate and manage competitive bidding processes for complex contracts
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Click here to learn more about the minimum qualifications and the physical & mental requirements as well as the environmental & working conditions for theBusiness Services Assistant Deputy Director.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
While this is mostly a daytime assignment projects construction mostly occurs at night. Given the Airports 24/7 operations there may be responsibilities on nights or weekends.LICENSE REQUIRED
The successful candidate must obtain possess and maintain the following licenses:- Valid California Drivers License Class C or higher by date of appointment
- Valid Airport Access Badge with an Airport Driving Endorsement within ten (10) days of employment
AIRPORT ACCESS REQUIREMENTS
The successful candidate must clear a background check which includes a Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and Security Threat Assessment (STA). Airport Access Badge must be maintained and renewed every two (2) years.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resource Services (HRS) screens all application materials for minimum and/or desirable qualifications. After screening applicants who meet the desirable qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All applicants will be notified via email of their status in the process.
Application Screening(Refer/Non-Refer)
Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applications exhibiting qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.
Structured Oral Interview (SOI) Exam (Weighted 100%)
Applicants will be interviewed and rated by a panel of job knowledge experts. Each applicants rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the candidates qualifications for the job.
Eligible List
Once the assessment has been completed HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.
Based on the Departments needs the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.
Veterans Employment Preference
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please clickhereto review the policy.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the site. Please check your email folders including spam/junk folders and/or accept emails ending with and . If your email address should change please update your profile at.
EMAIL NOTIFICATION:Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.
NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Clickhere for additional Frequently Asked Questions.
For specific information pertaining to this recruitment contact Jennifer Ramirez at or EEO INFORMATION
- Orange County as an equal employment opportunity employer encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
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