Construction Project Manager 1 Limited Duration
Construction Project Manager 1 Limited Duration
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$ 5325 - 8148
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Initial Posting Date:
09/30/2025Application Deadline:
/Agency:
Oregon Youth AuthoritySalary Range:
$5325.00 - $8148.00Position Type:
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Construction Project Manager 1 - Limited DurationJob Description:
OREGON YOUTH AUTHORITY
Construction Project Manager 1 - Limited Duration
Woodburn - MacLaren Youth Correctional Facility
Are you ready to help shape the future of Oregon Youth Authoritys facilities We are seeking a Construction Project Manager 1 to lead and coordinate construction and remodel projects across the agency. This position plays a vital role in ensuring our facilities are safe functional and aligned with OYAs mission.
As a Construction Project Manager 1 you will oversee projects from planning through completion managing budgets schedules and contract administration. You will monitor contractor performance ensure compliance with all requirements and provide thorough inspection services to maintain quality and safety standards. Collaboration will be key as you will work closely with agency staff contractors architects and engineers to deliver successful projects.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented highly organized and committed to teamwork. Strong project management skills excellent communication and the ability to manage multiple priorities are essential. We are also seeking someone who applies an equity lens to all aspects of planning and implementation ensuring our facilities are inclusive and accessible.
If you are passionate about facility improvements dedicated to public service and ready to make an impact we encourage you to apply and join our team.
For a complete description of duties and responsibilities please click here.
To qualify for this position (minimum qualifications):
A Bachelors Degree in Construction Management Business Administration Public Administration Architecture Planning or Engineering AND one year experience related to the class series concept; OR
An Associate Degree (or comparable college course work) in Architectural Engineering or Construction technology; AND 30 months experience related to the class series concept; OR
Four years of experience related to the class series concept.
Possession of a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification awarded by the Project Management Institute (PMI) Oregon Project Management Associate Certification (OPMA) or other related certification will substitute for 1 year of the qualifying experience.
DESIRED ATTRIBUTES/APPLICATION SCORING CRITERIA: If you have these qualities let us know. Its how we will choose whom to move forward!
Note: You do not need to have all these qualities to be eligible for this position.
Innovative but effective communicator and public speaker
Experience in Microsoft Office applications to develop Gant charts and project requirements listings
Strong Business Acumen with a focus on commercial construction projects
Ability to work collaboratively with vendors and construction teams
Ability to apply an equitable lens in all project work
Ability to prepare and provide project status reports in person and virtually
How to Apply:
Ensure your application and/or resume thoroughly reflect your skills experience (both lived volunteer and professional) knowledge and/or education pertinent to this position including how you meet the minimum qualifications and any/all desired attributes. Please ensure your resume shows month/year and description of job duties on each history.
COVER LETTER AND RESUME REQUIRED: In your cover letter please describe your experiences skills and knowledge as they relate to the desired attributes of the position and explain why you are the best fit for this role. Limit your cover letter to no more than 2 pages and ensure it is in PDF format for accessibility.
Complete the questionnaire.
Following the submission of your application promptly respond to the public records request authorization and gender identity questionnaire. If youre an employee these tasks will be in your Workday inbox.
Veterans may receive preference; indicate your veteran status if applicable. Click here for more information about veterans preference.
Caution: If you fail to follow these instructions including failing to attach a resume and cover letter as described above we will have to disqualify your application. We cannot consider incomplete or late applications.
Additional Information:
Limited Duration: This is a limited duration appointment that is expected to end when project is complete. Limited duration appointments are benefits eligible and have a designated maximum length of service. This position has the potential to become permanent.
Hybrid Telework: This position may be approved for 2 days per week telework at home depending on business needs.
Open Until Filled: This recruitment will remain open until filled. Our first application screening is scheduled for 10/21/2025 at 8:30am but we may close the announcement at any time after this date when we have received an adequate number of applications. We cannot guarantee that we will consider applications received after this screening date. We encourage interested applicants not to delay in applying.
This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill current and future vacancies.
The salary range listed is the non-PERS participating rate. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible the salary range will increase by 6%. Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details.
This position receives annual increases on the anniversary date until the maximum of the salary range is reached.
Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.
NOTE: Please ensure youve provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage.
Would you like to learn more about this position and OYA Join us every other Wednesday between 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. for OYA Career Chats.
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ABOUT OYA
At OYA diversity equity and inclusion are more than just words on a meet our mission and live our values as an agency DEI must be at the heart of all we do. We support cultural competence develop teams and cultivate leaders in ways that are equitable to everyone especially people of color those who identify as LGBTQ or those from other marginalized communities. We are explicit and intentional as we identify resources that all our youth and staff need to grow and prosper. Our DEI work connects closely with our culture of positive human development with safe and supportive environments where everyone is held accountable and connected to their community. The end goal is to protect the public and reduce crime by holding youth accountable and providing opportunities for reformation in safe environments.
If you are looking to join a team that values individual and cultural differences with the opportunity to contribute to youth reformation by enriching our workforce with diversity OYA wants to hear from you! People of color women and other members of historically marginalized communities are strongly encouraged to apply!
For more information please visit in it for You
OYA values our employees. We believe that your time outside of the workplace is as valuable as it is inside the workplace. We offer a great work/life balance with flexible work schedules on most positions and a competitive benefits package including low-cost high-coverage health insurance generous time-off and a competitive retirement plan.
Discover moreabout working in Oregon state government byclicking here.
This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU/OPEU). By joining and maintaining your membership with SEIU Local 503 the following benefits are available to you such as:
$2500 life insurance policypaid for by your union SEIU Local 503. This policy is in effect if you are an active member.
Up to $200000 of additional life insurancecan be purchased. Up to $100000 member life $40000 spouse and $10000 child is guaranteed within the first 90 days of new union membership.
Short Term Disability insuranceis guaranteed if purchased within the first 90 days of new union membership.
Legal insuranceenrollment is available to purchase within the first 90 days of new union membership.
Tuition reimbursement.
For more information on SEIU please click here.
Additional Information:
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative at all job levels of the citizens we are here to serve. OYA is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire promote discipline or discharge will be individualized based on merit competence performance and business need.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion marital status age national origin ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition pregnancy genetic information gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression veteran status or any other status protected under federal state or local law. The more diverse we are the better our work will be.
Applicants with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process. For assistance regarding reasonable accommodation or for alternative format please contact OYA Recruitment at . Oregon Relay Service can be reached by calling 7-1-1.
Pre-employment Checks:
In keeping with our mission OYA will conduct a criminal record check per OAR 416 Division 800 a driving record background check and a vulnerable population abuse and neglect check. Information obtained about an individual is confidential. An individual who refuses to consent to a criminal records/background check shall be disqualified from consideration in the position for which you applied. All applicants are subject to additional pre-employment check(s) such as fingerprint based on criminal records check pre-employment drug screening and/or education verification as required for the position.
All positions in OYA will require the incumbent to serve as a mandatory reporter of child abuse.
Visa Sponsorship:
We do not offer Visa sponsorship. If you are hired you will be required to fill out the US Department of Homeland Securitys I-9 form confirming you are able to work in the US. OYAuses E-Verify to confirm that applicants are authorized to work in the United States.
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Employment Type
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