PMCD Section Manager (Manager3,Engrng&Plans Rev BU-P)

The Project Management Division fosters a work culture of efficiency accountability competency and proactivity; and seeks continuous improvement of SPUs project management practices. This position is critical for the successful delivery of projects to maintain & improve SPUs infrastructure serving 1.4 million customers.

This position will manage a section consisting of 10 project managers who lead teams to deliver Public Works utility projects in the Project Management and Controls Division. The Section Manager is responsible for managing a portfolio of projects individually managed by project managers such as drinking water system rehabilitation water tank improvements facilities wastewater pumps stations drainage and natural drainage systems. At any given time the total portfolio may have up to 50 active projects with individual project budgets ranging from <$1M to $50M and annual portfolio capital spending ranging up to $100M possibly more.

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About Seattle Public Utilities (SPU): Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a Community Centered Utility whose mission is to foster healthy people environment and economy by partnering with our community to equitably manage water and waste resources for today and future generations. We deliver high quality vital services across four major lines of business: providing water solid waste drainage and wastewater services for Seattle residents and addition SPU provides drinking water for 1.5 million regional customers in Seattle and other municipalities. Our customers depend on us to deliver high quality reliable and cost-conscious utility services and to achieve the highest benefits possible for every investment we make.

For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) please visit:

• SPU Website
• Strategic Business Plan

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.

Why join us

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:

• Family-friendly and multicultural work environment
• Generous benefits package
• Free public transportation options
• City pension plan with employer/employee contributions
• Growth potential and advancement opportunities

• In addition to providing oversight of programs projects scope budget and schedule the selected candidate will be responsible for performance management coaching resource management quality management and ensuring that Divisions policies practices and other standard processes are implemented.

• Decision-making on personnel issues ensuring that effective teaming occurs building and sustaining positive client relationships with the three Lines of Business (Drainage and Wastewater Drinking Water Solid Waste) professional development of staff consultant contracting oversight prioritization and expectations setting for staff oversight and engagement with improvement initiatives and various other section and division administration duties.
• The primary attributes and competencies that will contribute to success in this role include being accountable and performance-oriented inclusive of diverse perspectives approachable to staff proactive and strategic having a passionate customer service ethic being collaborative with internal and external stakeholders and modeling behavior that reflects SPUs values.

Experience:

Seven (7) years of experience managing and leading increasingly complex capital infrastructure projects or programs or similar work in the management of engineering/construction projects. Two (2) years of supervisory/manager experience of an engineering/construction group or organization

AND

Education:

A Bachelors degree from an accredited College or University in Project Management Engineering Business Administration Construction Management or a related field.

License Certification and Other Requirements:

Project Management Professional certification

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

Work is performed in the office on a hybrid schedule.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience developing and managing budgets
• Demonstrated experience in building and maintaining high morale high-performing teams
• Demonstrated engagement in and experience of change management and organizational improvements
• Experience working across departments and agencies including negotiating interagency agreements
• Possession of current Project Management Professional certification

How to Apply:

• Submit complete City of Seattle online application
• Upload your current resume AND

• Include a cover letter that addresses your knowledge experience and interest related to this position

*** You must submit 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. ***

The full salary range for this position is $59.75 to $89.61 per hour.

Benefits: The 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: 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.

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