Project Manager (Capital Projects Coordinator, Senior)
Project Manager (Capital Projects Coordinator, Senior)
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Do you want to lead meaningful projects that improve the quality of life for Seattle residentswhile helping build a more sustainable equitable city
Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is looking for skilled and mission-driven Project Managers (Capital Projects Coordinator Senior) to lead infrastructure projects that protect our citys water improve drainage and sewer systems and build a more resilient urban environment. If youre someone who thrives at the intersection of strategy design and hands-on project execution this is your chance to make a lasting difference.
In this role youll take the lead on SPU capital projects addressing critical challenges like urban flooding combined sewer overflows water main replacement drainage and wastewater capacity workforce facilities improvement and interagency infrastructure coordination initiatives. These projects dont just maintain systems they transform communities. With a focus on equity and SPUs Race and Social Justice Initiative your work will uplift neighborhoods restore aquatic habitats and strengthen the citys ability to adapt to a changing climate.
Youll be part of SPUs Project Management and Controls Division a collaborative and forward-thinking team thats responsible for translating big ideas into sustainable impactful results. As a trusted leader youll guide cross-functional teams manage public investments responsibly and keep Seattles essential water infrastructure flowing strong.
About Seattle Public Utilities:Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water drainage and wastewater and garbage/recycling/compost. SPU also provides drinking water for 1.5 million customers in the region. SPUs work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1400 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations.
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SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting hiring and promotional opportunities.
We know work isnt only about what you do its also about who you work for and with! SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports a work life balance including:
- Hybrid work schedule opportunities (As Appropriate)
- Family-friendly and multicultural work environment
- Generous benefits package
- Free Orca Pass
- City pension plan with employer/employee contributions
- Growth potential and advancement opportunities
Job Responsibilities
- Manage all phases of project deliveryinitiating planning executing monitoring and closingensuring projects are delivered in scope on time within budget and to defined quality standards.
- Monitor performance and support data-driven decisions using earned value management critical path scheduling and cost forecasting.
- Collaborate with Utility and City staff and lead diverse and multi-functional project teams which include internal and external stakeholders in delivering capital projects through planning design construction and close-out phases.
- Create project management plans (PMPs) document project scope cost schedule risk and team member roles. Monitor and control the project teams performance in executing the plan and report on status to stakeholders.
- Facilitate project meetings maintain action item and decision logs and manage communications with stakeholders.
- Negotiate and manage contracts with consultants including scope schedule quality and cost.
- Lead acquisition of environmental interagency and local permits and ensure projects comply with appropriate laws permits regulations and codes as well as SPUs protocols for managing projects.
- Lead the resolution of complex project implementation issues.
*Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Qualifications
Experience:Four (4)years project or construction management or related experience.
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Education: Bachelors degree in architecture Engineering Business Administration Urban Planning or related field OR(a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).Desired Qualifications
- Good communication and interpersonal skills ability to work with people from diverse professional cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Comprehension of capital delivery life cycle: planning design construction and closeout.
- Experience in design and construction management including contract negotiation procurement and resource planning and knowledge of construction practices building codes environmental regulations and safety standards
- Familiarity with municipal state and federal regulatory requirements affecting infrastructure projects.
- Experience with project scheduling using critical path methods and tools such as Primavera or Microsoft Project and strong problem-solving and risk management skills to identify assess and address project challenges.
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and external consultants without direct supervisory authority; skilled in team coordination and conflict resolution.
- Experience working with multiple and varied stakeholders including capital project team members vendors consultants permitting agencies community members and customers.
- Experience planning and facilitating public meetings; capable of translating technical concepts into clear accessible language and incorporating community feedback into project delivery.
- Demonstrated commitment to public and environmental health affordability accountability and race and social equity in your work.
- PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification desirable but not required.
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
- Most work is performed in a normal City work/office environment.
- This position allows for the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. City employees may have the option to work remotely two days per week. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor.
- Field assignments entail exposure to all types of weather and hazardous construction sites.
License Certification and Other Requirements:
Current Washington State drivers license or evidence of equivalent mobility.Additional Information
Who may apply:The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply including people of color immigrants refugees women LGBTQ people with disabilities veterans and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race color creed national origin ancestry sex marital status disability religious or political affiliation age sexual orientation or gender identity.
The full salary range for this position is: $61.94 - $72.26 HourlyHow to Apply:
- A complete City of Seattle online application
- Upload a current resume AND
- Upload a cover letter that speaks to your interest and experience as it relates to this position
*** You must include both a resume and cover letter. If you do not submit these documents your application will not be considered. Please ensure that BOTH documents have successfully been uploaded before submitting your application. ***
For more information regarding this recruitment please contact: Adam Sallean atThe City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation holiday and sick leave as well as medical dental vision life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.More information about employee benefits is available on the Citys website at: Experience:
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