Capital Project Manager III

Summary

Are you an experienced and technically proficient Capital Project Manager? The Solid Waste Division needs you! We are inviting applications for a Capital Project Manager III position in our Project Management Office. In this position, you will lead challenging and fascinating work with long-term environmental impacts on our region! You will work primarily from home, with flexible schedule options, collaborate with smart and friendly colleagues, while leading the design and construction of multifaceted regional public infrastructure projects informed by cutting-edge environmental leadership.

This recruitment will be used to fill a current Career Service vacant position and may be used to create a list of competitive candidates to fill possible future vacancies within the next 12 months.

About this Role:
The PMO capital projects portfolio includes transfer station development projects in phases from charter to construction and closeout, as well as capital improvements and additions to existing Solid Waste Division transfer stations. Capital projects also include infrastructure development and maintenance improvements to the regional landfill. Capital project managers lead consultants, subject matter experts and project stakeholders through project development processes from project scope, schedule and budget development, contracting for consulting and engineering services and construction services and construction management services, to project design, construction, occupancy and closeout activities.

Solid Waste Division capital project managers may be assigned to transfer station and landfill projects in various phases of progress and will provide effective project management leadership, driving project goals and objectives, managing resources, prioritizing and integrating county equity and social justice and sustainability goals, and presenting and reporting project status to internal and external sponsors.

About the Team:
Members of the Solid Waste Division Project Management Office (PMO) manage or support Capital Improvement Projects for the Solid Waste Division. Capital projects help maintain or improve SWD assets such as our transfer stations, drop boxes, Cedar Hills Regional Landfill, and other systems necessary to support our SWD goals. Our section leads the Division’s efforts on overseeing the project management of a variety of projects by leading project teams, consultants, contractors, and technical/program staff to ensure seamless project delivery by integrating organizational and sponsor requirements.

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 a Capital Project Manager III, 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 Solid Waste Division of the King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks. 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:

• Prioritize, organize, and manage project work and resources
• Contract with and manage consultants and other professionals by monitoring performance and ensuring accountability
• Develop, manage, and lead project teams
• Identify, manage, and respond to project risks
• Manage design, construction management, and construction contracts

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Qualifications You Bring:

• A Bachelor’s degree in project management, construction management, engineering, business administration or a closely related field, with a minimum of five (5) years of design and construction project management lead work experience OR a combination of other relevant skills, knowledge, and experiences to competently carry out the job duties of this position

• Demonstrated ability to work on multiple complex projects simultaneously and produce high-quality deliverables in a timely manner
• Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of professional disciplines and individuals with diverse backgrounds in dynamic team settings and utilize strong interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent organizing, planning, and process management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem and conflict resolution skills

Competencies You Bring:

• Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Manages complexity - Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Action oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Instills trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Communicates effectively - Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.
• Manages conflict - Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.
• Values differences - Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

It Would be Great if You Also Bring:

• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Project manager experience with public works projects
• Project manager experience with public procurement and contracting
• Project manager experience with community outreach

Supplemental Information

Supplemental Information:

Working Conditions:

• Remote and Onsite Work Details: Employees in this role work remotely from a home location, with onsite reporting requirements typically 1-2 days a month. The frequency of onsite work is determined by business needs and may be adjusted accordingly. The most common onsite location will be Cedar Hills Regional Landfill, 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 Requirement: Employees must reside in Washington State and be within a reasonable distance of King County worksites to meet onsite reporting requirements.
• Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is exempt from the overtime provision of the Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) and is not overtime eligible.
• Union Representation: This position is represented by Protec Local 17.

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 one or more panel interviews.

Applications submitted by Sunday, March 16, will be considered first. If no hire is made from that batch, additional applications will be considered.

To apply, submit: a (1) Complete Application, (2) Resume, and a (3) Cover Letter. Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact prakash.meloot@kingcounty.gov .

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To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.

King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what’s best for themselves and their eligible dependents
• Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
• Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
• Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
• 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave
• Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness programs
• Onsite activity centers
• Employee Giving Program
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
• Training and career development programs

For additional information about employee benefits, visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page .

This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.

NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.

For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.

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