Capital Project Manager II

Seattle, WA, United States

Salary: $91,457.60 - $115,939.20 Annually

Location : Seattle, WA

Job Type: Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week

Job Number: 2024SN21964

Department: DNRP-Natural Resources & Parks

Division: SWD -Solid Waste

Opening Date: 06/21/2024

Closing Date: 7/7/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA: Exempt

Bargaining Unit: C1 : PROTEC17-DES, DLS, DNRP

Full- or Part-Time: Full Time

Hours/Week: 40 hours/week

Summary

The Solid Waste Division (SWD) is recruiting a capable team player for a Capital Project Manager II position in their Project Management Office. If you are looking for a Project Management position to showcase your talents and grow in your profession, the Capital Project Manager II position with the King County Solid Waste Division may be your perfect fit. This exceptional opportunity gives you a chance to work on regional public infrastructure projects, doing challenging and multifaceted work on the cutting edge of environmental leadership, and offers diverse pathways in career development.

This position performs work remotely and onsite.

About this Role:

In this role, you will be able to be involved in a variety of projects and will have access to excellent training opportunities. You will enjoy a collaborative work environment with colleagues who support your success and apply your skills to complex, fascinating projects with long-term environmental benefits to our region. Current PMO Portfolio of Capital Improvement Projects includes:

Northeast Recycling & Transfer Station project - South County Recycling and Transfer Station project - Cedar Hills Regional Landfill (CHRLF) Area 9 Development project- CHRLF Interim and Permanent Facilities Relocations project County transfer station renovations Regional landfill projects.

About the Team:

Members of the 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 stakeholder requirements.

This section is also responsible for the Construction Management of capital projects. To learn more about the SWD visit

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 Environmental Monitoring and Compliance Coordinator, 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.

What You Will De Doing:

The core work duties of this position include the following:

Utilizing King County capital improvement project management practices and procedures, initiate and develop capital improvements projects, developing and refining project scope, schedule, and budget in collaboration with subject matter experts and stakeholders. Coordinate with project managers, supervisors, consultants, and other key stakeholders, documenting assumptions, requirements, and decisions. Develop and maintain project documents and information repositories, Conduct project cost monitoring and project schedule tracking. Support capital project procurements, asset management, commissioning, and occupancy planning. Organize and manage project work and resources, Develop and maintain project management plans and related planning documents, project baselines, scope change documentation, variance analysis, and work performance reporting

Qualifications You Bring:

A Bachelor's Degree in project management, construction management, engineering, business administration, or a closely related field and at least two years of project management-related 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 design and construction projects simultaneously, from planning through delivery, and produce high-quality deliverables Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of professional disciplines and individuals with diverse backgrounds Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and perform design and construction project management and project control tasks successfully with supervision Demonstrated ability to effectively present proposals, progress reports, and recommendations Demonstrated ability to work on multiple complex projects simultaneously, produce high-quality deliverables on time, and respond to changing work responsibilities to meet organizational requirements Working level of computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint)

Competencies You Bring:

Collaborates - Skilled in building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Manages Conflict - Handles conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise. 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. Plans and aligns - Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. 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) certification or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)

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 . 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 provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is 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.

A complete application is required. To apply, submit a Complete Application and cover letter. A Resume is highly recommended but is optional. Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Susan Ng at

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Supplemental Information

Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.

Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.

Guided by our , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

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: Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members 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: King County employees are eligible to 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

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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Do you have a bachelor's degree in project management, construction management, engineering, business administration, or a closely related field? Yes

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Do you have a minimum of two years of design and construction project management-related work experience? Yes

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Do you have Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification? Yes

No

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Do you have experience with architecture and engineering contracting? Yes

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Do you have Project management experience in public works projects and programs including infrastructure projects? Yes

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Describe the largest project(s) you've supported in terms of scope, budget, duration and your role.

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Do you have experience with project budgets and/or cost estimating? If yes, please describe your experience.

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Are you applying to this position as an eligible current or previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant? ANDIs this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? ANDDo you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position? Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my Career Service role at King County and I am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. Additionally, the position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one.

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If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided:1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice2. The department you worked in3. The effective date of your layoff

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