Job Details
Construction Manager
2026-01-06 City of Medford, OR Medford,OR
Description:
Available Schedule:
This position is part of the Non-Represented employee group.
Learn more about our benefits HERE.
The anticipated hiring range for the Construction Manager position is $47.27(first step) to $49.64or $52.12(second or third step).The City of Medford determines starting pay based on an evaluation of relevant education, experience, andqualifications as provided by the applicant in their application materials, alongside others who perform work of comparable character consistent with the Oregon Equal Pay Act. Six steps are included in this salary range, allowing opportunity for annual movement through the steps.
Healthcare Benefits:
Retirement Benefits:
Additional Benefits:
Examples of Job Duties
Essential Functions of the Position:
Competencies:
Problem Solving & Decision Making - Effective performers can identify problems, solve them, act decisively, and show good judgment. They isolate causes from symptoms, and compile information and alternatives to illuminate problems or issues. They involve others as appropriate and gather information from a variety of sources. They find a balance between studying the problem and solving it. They readily commit to action and make decisions that reflect sound judgment.
Conflict Management - Effective performers recognize that conflict can be a valuable part of the decision-making process. They are comfortable with healthy conflict and support and manage differences of opinion. They thwart destructive competition or friction and use consensus and collaboration to debate and resolve issues.
Customer Orientation - Effective performers attend to customers in a timely manner. They view the organization through the eyes of the customer and go out of their way to anticipate and meet customer needs. They continually seek information and understanding regarding market trends.
Initiative - Effective performers are proactive and act without being prompted. They don't wait to be told what to do or when to do it. They see a need, take responsibility, and act on it. They make things happen.
Integrity - Effective performers think and act ethically and honestly. They apply ethical standards of behavior to daily work activities. They take responsibility for their actions and foster a work environment where integrity is rewarded.
Work Environment & Physical Demands: Performs work indoors in an office environment with regulated and minimal environmental conditions. This role may involve time spent sitting at a desk. The noise level is typically minimal to medium. When fieldwork is required, you will be exposed to the elements (rain, heat, cold) and work within congested traffic areas. The outside work environment can include walking on uneven terrain. This environment may also include interactions with the public.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. This position may require extended periods of standing, walking, and sitting. The employee must be able to crouch, bend, stoop, twist, turn, and balance. The employee regularly operates office equipment, including computers, printers, copy machines, calculators, and telephones. Good eyesight, hearing, and dexterity are required.
Supplemental Information
IMPORTANT (Please read):
How to Apply:
Use of AI-Generated Content in Employment Applications
Employment with the City of Medford can be competitive, often there are many qualified applicants for each open position. We want to see application materials that reflect an applicant's unique personality and that accurately reflect their experience. The use of AI-generated content to complete employment applications and/or supplemental questions is discouraged and may result in disqualification. Each submission will be verified for originality and authenticity. However, AI tools for grammar checking and resume formatting are permitted.
Hiring will be subject to successful completion of the following:
Questions or Assistance:
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE:
Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference during the hiring and/or promotional selection process. As verification of eligibility, a Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) must be uploaded with the online employment application. Disabled veterans must also upload a copy of the veteran's disability preference letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT:
The City of Medford is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, ancestry, status as a protected veteran, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
ADA:
The City of Medford complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you consider yourself disabled and require assistance in the application process, please contact (541) ###-#### or email: ...@cityofmedford.org.
The City of Medford offers an excellent total comprehensive benefit package to all full-time employees.
This position is part of the non-represented employee group. Please visit our webpage for more details.
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Based on the information provided on the job announcement, please describe how your background makes you the ideal candidate for the position.
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Briefly explain your construction management experience working on projects that include: street, storm drain, sanitary sewer, bridge, box culvert, retaining wall, or sidewalk facilities.
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Describe your experience performing technical quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) reviews of work prepared by others; including (but not limited to) engineering calculations, drawings, plans, and specifications. If you have no experience in this area, please type "N/A."
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Describe your role and experience negotiating change orders and settling construction claims; and your philosophy around "grey" areas in contract documents. If you have no experience in this area, please type "N/A."
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Briefly describe your experience in a supervisory role. Please include the number of direct and indirect staff, job title, and supervisory responsibilities. If you have no experience in this area, please type "N/A."
Required Question
Salary : $98,328.83 - $125,495.28 Annually
Location : Medford, OR
Job Type: Full-Time (with benefits)
Job Number: 2025-20265-01
Department: Public Works
Division: Engineering
Opening Date: 12/29/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Bargaining Unit: Non-Represented & Management
Summary
Discover Medford: Employment, Applicant Support, and Benefits within Our Vibrant City
This position is open until filled with a first review date scheduled for Wednesday, January 21st.
Priority will be given to candidates who submit their application
on or before Tuesday, January 20th, at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time.
Bring complex public infrastructure projects from plan set to pavement. The City of Medford's Construction Manager leads contract administration, construction engineering, and inspection for capital improvement projects and developer-initiated work in the public right-of-way, with direct oversight of construction inspector staff and close partnership with the Deputy City Engineer/Design Section Manager.
This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys balancing field realities with contract compliance, schedule, and budget. You will oversee construction stages, coordinate inspection services, and help ensure projects are delivered within budgetary, regulatory, and time constraints, while working with internal teams and external partners such as ODOT, franchised utilities, and the development community. If you are ready to lead high-impact public works construction and inspection work, apply today!
Required Education and Experience:
- Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; and
- Four (4) years of increasingly responsible construction management, design management or a closely related field with two (2) of those years in a supervisory or leadership position.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, or other specified area of study as deemed applicable may substitute for one (1) year of work experience.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
- Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Oregon.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
- Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification.
Available Schedule:
- 8 hours daily, Monday - Friday
This position is part of the Non-Represented employee group.
Learn more about our benefits HERE.
The anticipated hiring range for the Construction Manager position is $47.27(first step) to $49.64or $52.12(second or third step).The City of Medford determines starting pay based on an evaluation of relevant education, experience, andqualifications as provided by the applicant in their application materials, alongside others who perform work of comparable character consistent with the Oregon Equal Pay Act. Six steps are included in this salary range, allowing opportunity for annual movement through the steps.
Healthcare Benefits:
- Medical, vision and dental benefits for employee and family, paid at 100% by the City with the opportunity to buy-up to a lower deductible plan
- Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance - policy value of $50,000 paid by the City
- Long-term disability insurance provided by the City
- Health Reimbursement Account (HRA-VEBA) contributions provided by the City
Retirement Benefits:
- Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) lifetime pension after retirement at no cost to employee
- PERS is 100% fully paid as the City pays both the employer and the employee's (6%) contributions
- Deferred Compensation retirement plan (Section 457 Plan) for employee's retirement planning
Additional Benefits:
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- The City's Wellness Program promotes physical, social, emotional, intellectual, financial and environmental wellness with various goals and challenges to participate in throughout the year. Employees may qualify for wellness incentives by completing milestones set within the program up to $200 annually
- Access to the City's fully equipped fitness center 24/7
Examples of Job Duties
Essential Functions of the Position:
- Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities; recommends and implements resulting policies and procedures.
- Identifies opportunities for improving service delivery methods.
- Supervises staff, including assigning and scheduling work, establishing work priorities, conducting performance evaluations, training, hiring, disciplinary recommendations, etc.; motivates and evaluates assigned personnel, and oversees contract employees.
- Participates in the development and administration of assigned program budget; forecasts funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures.
- Responds to and resolves citizen inquiries and complaints.
- Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of public works construction management.
- Assumes responsibility for assigned services and activities related to the construction management and contract administration of projects (including capital improvement projects), including bid, post-bid inspection, construction, and related functions and professional contracts; ensures completion of projects within budgetary, regulatory, and time constraints.
- Coordinates construction and inspection activities with those of other departments, outside agencies, and organizations; resolves sensitive and controversial issues.
- Directs and reviews Public Works work-plan for construction and inspection services and activities.
- Oversees, supervises, and coordinates the management of construction stages of projects, including capital improvement projects.
- Reviews and comments on engineering plans submitted for private development.
- Oversees all construction and inspection for private development and permitted work within the public right of way.
- Scope of assigned area of responsibility will depend on departmental structure and is at the discretion of the Deputy City Engineer.
- Performs other duties as assigned to support the overall function of the department and organizational goals.
- Demonstrates regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
- Upholds the values of the organization and has strong customer service orientation.
- Handles job stress and interacts effectively with others in the workplace.
- Fosters an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect.
- Is an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication.
Competencies:
Problem Solving & Decision Making - Effective performers can identify problems, solve them, act decisively, and show good judgment. They isolate causes from symptoms, and compile information and alternatives to illuminate problems or issues. They involve others as appropriate and gather information from a variety of sources. They find a balance between studying the problem and solving it. They readily commit to action and make decisions that reflect sound judgment.
Conflict Management - Effective performers recognize that conflict can be a valuable part of the decision-making process. They are comfortable with healthy conflict and support and manage differences of opinion. They thwart destructive competition or friction and use consensus and collaboration to debate and resolve issues.
Customer Orientation - Effective performers attend to customers in a timely manner. They view the organization through the eyes of the customer and go out of their way to anticipate and meet customer needs. They continually seek information and understanding regarding market trends.
Initiative - Effective performers are proactive and act without being prompted. They don't wait to be told what to do or when to do it. They see a need, take responsibility, and act on it. They make things happen.
Integrity - Effective performers think and act ethically and honestly. They apply ethical standards of behavior to daily work activities. They take responsibility for their actions and foster a work environment where integrity is rewarded.
Work Environment & Physical Demands: Performs work indoors in an office environment with regulated and minimal environmental conditions. This role may involve time spent sitting at a desk. The noise level is typically minimal to medium. When fieldwork is required, you will be exposed to the elements (rain, heat, cold) and work within congested traffic areas. The outside work environment can include walking on uneven terrain. This environment may also include interactions with the public.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. This position may require extended periods of standing, walking, and sitting. The employee must be able to crouch, bend, stoop, twist, turn, and balance. The employee regularly operates office equipment, including computers, printers, copy machines, calculators, and telephones. Good eyesight, hearing, and dexterity are required.
Supplemental Information
IMPORTANT (Please read):
- It is important your application shows all the relevant experience you possess.
- Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
- Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an online application; an application will be considered incomplete with a "see resume" response.
- Please complete the application and answer the supplemental questions thoroughly to ensure our subject matter experts can appropriately evaluate your experience as we compare applicants.
How to Apply:
- Applications are only accepted online and must be received by the posted closing date/time.
- This position is open until filled. For first consideration, apply by January 21, 2026.
- Selection procedures and timelines subject to change.
- Those selected must be able to provide proof of legal right to work in this country.
Use of AI-Generated Content in Employment Applications
Employment with the City of Medford can be competitive, often there are many qualified applicants for each open position. We want to see application materials that reflect an applicant's unique personality and that accurately reflect their experience. The use of AI-generated content to complete employment applications and/or supplemental questions is discouraged and may result in disqualification. Each submission will be verified for originality and authenticity. However, AI tools for grammar checking and resume formatting are permitted.
Hiring will be subject to successful completion of the following:
- Criminal history background investigation
- Favorable driving record
- Clear drug screen following federal law
- Professional reference check
Questions or Assistance:
- If you have questions about the job posting, please contact the Human Resources department at (541) ###-####.
- For technical assistance completing your online application, please contact Government Jobs at (855) ###-####.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE:
Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference during the hiring and/or promotional selection process. As verification of eligibility, a Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) must be uploaded with the online employment application. Disabled veterans must also upload a copy of the veteran's disability preference letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT:
The City of Medford is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, ancestry, status as a protected veteran, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
ADA:
The City of Medford complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you consider yourself disabled and require assistance in the application process, please contact (541) ###-#### or email: ...@cityofmedford.org.
The City of Medford offers an excellent total comprehensive benefit package to all full-time employees.
This position is part of the non-represented employee group. Please visit our webpage for more details.
01
Based on the information provided on the job announcement, please describe how your background makes you the ideal candidate for the position.
02
Briefly explain your construction management experience working on projects that include: street, storm drain, sanitary sewer, bridge, box culvert, retaining wall, or sidewalk facilities.
03
Describe your experience performing technical quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) reviews of work prepared by others; including (but not limited to) engineering calculations, drawings, plans, and specifications. If you have no experience in this area, please type "N/A."
04
Describe your role and experience negotiating change orders and settling construction claims; and your philosophy around "grey" areas in contract documents. If you have no experience in this area, please type "N/A."
05
Briefly describe your experience in a supervisory role. Please include the number of direct and indirect staff, job title, and supervisory responsibilities. If you have no experience in this area, please type "N/A."
Required Question