Wastewater Capital Project Manager III

Summary

This position is open to all applicants

This posting may be used to establish a list of qualified candidates for the Wastewater Project Program Manager III in the following 6 months after initial selection.

About the Role:
The Wastewater Treatment Division Project Management unit has one or more positions available for a Capital Project Manager III (WCPM III) depending on experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills. This is a Career Service position for a Hybrid - Telecommuting/In-Person Project Manager (PM).

This is a hybrid position (telework and onsite) with the expectation that the hired employee(s) will work onsite 2 days per week (or more as needed to effectively manage assigned workload) at our West Point Treatment Plant. The primary goal of this hiring is to add project management staff to the West Point Treatment plant. Other site location assignments may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

As a CPM III, you will be expected to apply Project Management industry standards and practices in the areas of project planning, coordination, scope, budget, schedule management, monitoring and control, and reporting as you lead diverse project teams composed of internal and consultant subject matter experts from various disciplines such as engineering, community relations, property acquisition, permitting, environmental, and operations and maintenance staff through the design and construction of capital projects.

About the Team:
Join our team dedicated to ensuring clean water for generations to come! With over 700 employees engaged in planning, designing, building, and operating treatment facilities, our agency is at the forefront of environmental stewardship. Success for us means upholding our legacy while promising future generations a pristine environment.

We enforce regulations to reduce harmful waste discharge and actively educate the public and businesses on water quality protection. We prioritize accountability to our ratepayers and operate a well-managed agency that services over 2.3 million King County residents . Our regional wastewater treatment system not only sustains a healthy environment but also fuels economic development, fostering prosperity in our region. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative environment, join us in our mission to safeguard our precious water resources.

Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice:
King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity.

Apply now for a rewarding career at the Wastewater Treatment Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities.

Job Duties
What You Will Be Doing:

• Lead and manage diverse project teams on multiple high-priority, complex capital projects requiring considerable, but often limited, resources while fostering strong, productive overall team dynamics throughout project lifecycles. Effectively identify and address interpersonal conflicts when they occur.
• Effectively apply Project Management industry standards and practices along with WTD PM manual process requirements in managing your assigned project workload.
• Independently lead and manage project teams in project planning/chartering, initiation, design, implementation, and closeout. for assigned projects.
• Continually practice effective communication. Successful project management hinges on quality communication of information to numerous stakeholders to include internal and external team members, a variety of outside organizations and agencies, KC management and ultimately the communities we serve.
• Monitor and control project work. As projects evolve change is inevitable. It's imperative that CPM's continually monitor scope, schedule and budget and work diligently to control deviations as best they can throughout project lifecycles.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Qualifications You Bring:

• Possess a bachelor's degree in project management, engineering, construction management, business administration or closely related field OR a combination of education and experience that clearly demonstrates the ability to perform the specified Job Duties, Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills of the classification.
• A strong understanding of project management processes and knowledge areas as described by the Project Management Institute (PMI) Management Body of Knowledge.
• A strong understanding of engineering and construction management techniques and principles, contract administration principles, and the critical path method (CPM) of project scheduling.
• Possess and practice excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate clearly and work effectively with staff possessing varied communication abilities and styles.
• Experience working effectively with a variety of project stakeholders, such as senior management, local jurisdictions, regulatory agencies, and community groups.
• The ability to proficiently utilize related PC business applications to include MS Office and MS Project.
• Experience building and leading high performing project teams that have collaboratively work through project decisions.
• Work effectively in both a virtual and in-person/onsite environment.
• Excellent skills in both Management and Leadership and a strong understanding of both areas of competence.

Required Licenses:

• Washington State Driver's License or the ability to travel to various King County locations.

It Would Be Great if You Also Bring:

• Strong team building, conflict resolution, and negotiation skills to facilitate the effective exchange of information, problem solving, and the ability to use collaborative processes to successfully execute projects.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Ability to remain calm and focused while under periods of stress or conflict.
• Strong ability to continually assess and prioritize/reprioritize project tasks.
• Experience managing projects containing wastewater utility, public works, infrastructure, buildings, mechanical systems, and asset replacement elements.

Supplemental Information
Working Conditions:

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  Remote and Onsite Work Details : Employees in this role work remotely from a home location, with onsite reporting requirements typically 2 days per week . The frequency of onsite work is determined by business needs and may be adjusted accordingly. Onsite reporting locations may be at various King County worksites including the collaboration space at King Street Center (201 S. Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98104). This work arrangement promotes work-life-balance and reduces carbon footprint under the department's vision of Green Where We Work .
  

• Remote Work Location R equirement: Employees must reside in Washington State and be within a reasonable distance to King County worksite s to meet onsite reporting requirements.
• Work Location: West Point Treatment Plant - 1400 Discovery Park Blvd, Seattle, WA 98199
• Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. The work schedule will be determined based on business needs. This position is not covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is not overtime eligible.
• Union Representation: This position is represented by Technical Employees' Association.

Application and Selection Process:
We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in a technical assessment and one or more panel interviews.

To apply, submit a:

• Complete Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter - Detailing your experience for this position.

Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.

Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Helen David at hdavid@kingcounty.gov

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