The Large Projects Executive leads the division and its staff through the various phases of planning, designing, and constructing capital and large projects for the County. This position is vital to ensuring projects are delivered in a fiscally responsible manner and adhere to County policies and standards. Apply today if you are ready to create your vision throughout Maricopa County for generations.

About Us

As the landlord for all facilities owned by Maricopa County, the Facilities Management Department is responsible for the planning, design, construction, maintenance, and operations of more than 200 facilities comprised of over 10 million square feet. Facilities Management is made up of a collaborative team that provides and performs various functions to meet the facility-related needs of all Maricopa County Departments. Our broad range of services includes various aspects of the ongoing operations and maintenance of all County-owned facilities, management of all facility projects, and in-house design services.?

Proud to Offer

• Work with a greater purpose
• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
• Employee discounts for goods and services
• Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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Job Contributions

• Serve as the Project Executive for oversight of dozens of capital projects simultaneously in all phases of project delivery, including but not limited to design, pre-construction, construction, and post-construction occupancy
• Implement, manage, and update the comprehensive muti-year Capital Improvement Plan
• Engage in the procurement of engineering/architectural services and construction services for Capital Projects
• Develop sophisticated multimillion-dollar project budgets to be implemented in multiyear programs and continuously review budgets throughout their lifecycle
• Ensure projects are delivered in a timely and fiscally responsible manner
• Identify, review, maintain, develop, and monitor operational and related policies and procedures; ensure staff, project, and departmental compliance with Legal, Regulatory, Environmental, and County Department policies
• Continuously update and maintain the Facilities Management Design Standards and various design and construction contracts and ensure projects align with each
• Collaborate to determine appropriate department goals and performance objectives; coordinate and install management improvements that address new or ongoing problems; provide FMD leadership with regular project updates
• Develop and deliver presentations to FMD leadership, County leadership, the Board of Supervisors, project stakeholders/customers, community groups, and other government agencies
• Accept new and evolving job duties as necessary and is flexible during times of change

Working Conditions

• Exerting up to 20 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently, or negligible amounts constantly or requires walking or standing to a significant degree
• The position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions
• Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness/humidity, respiratory hazards, and noise and vibration
• The work will occur in an office and field environment. While performing the duties and responsibilities, the employee may be exposed to loud noise, noxious odors, unsanitary conditions, chemicals, electricity, moving mechanical parts, varying weather conditions, and other related conditions and situations. Position is subject to atmospheric conditions: Fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation

We Require

• Six years of conducting activities related to capital planning, designing, and overall project management, including three years of related supervisory and/or management experience
• Design or construction project management experience in municipal, county, state, institutional, or federal administration or management
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Planning, or a related field
• A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis
• Must complete a Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) and MCSO background investigation and TOC certification to access County detention facilities
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license and have an acceptable driving record by the time of hire

We Also Value

• Master's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Public or Business Administration
• Experience being in charge of budgeting, planning, designing, and construction administration
• Public sector experience delivering several multi-million dollar projects
• Experience working under a licensed contractor, Registered Architect, or Professional Engineer in the state of Arizona