Capital Project Manager II
Seattle, WA - USA
Job Summary
- Summary
Looking for a project management role where you can grow your career and make a lasting impact The Capital Project Manager II position with the King County Solid Waste Division (SWD) could be your fit.
In this role youll support SWDs capital improvement program by providing project management for large capital projects and contracts. As part of the SWD Project Management Office (PMO) youll join a team of motivated project managers and engage stakeholders across all SWDs lines of business working on regional public infrastructure projects at the forefront of environmental leadership. Youll gain exposure to a wide range of projects access excellent training and career-development pathways and work alongside collaborative colleagues on complex rewarding work that delivers long-term environmental benefits to the region.
We are filling two Career Service positions and may use this recruitment to create a list of candidates for any potential vacancies in similar positions in the following 6 months.
About this Role:
The Capital Project Manager II supports major capital improvement projects across the Solid Waste Division including work on the Cedar Hills Regional Landfill Recycling and Transfer Station Program and asset management this role youll guide projects through the full lifecyclefrom defining scope schedule and budget to procuring and managing consultants overseeing design and construction and coordinating with engineers subject matter experts and stakeholders to deliver reliable and sustainable infrastructure for the region.
In this role youll collaborate with and support a team of highly motivated project managers leading a portfolio of large complex capital improvement projects (CIPs) and you may lead smaller-scale CIPs of your own. Its an opportunity to take on substantive multifaceted work while building a deep well-rounded project management career.
As a Capital Project Manager II youll be challenged to develop and support:
- Project forecasting and budgeting
- Complex scheduling
- Managing stakeholderswith competing needs
- Managing project risk
- Public works procurementprocesses
- Managing project scope
- Meeting King County green building and equity and social justice goals
- Working closely with cross-functional teams
About the Team:
Members of the Solid Waste Division Project Management Office (PMO) lead and support capital projects that maintain and improve SWDs core assetsincluding transfer stations drop boxes the Cedar Hills Regional Landfill and other essential systems that enable reliable sustainable service for the region. Our section leads the Divisions project management efforts across a diverse portfolio guiding project teams consultants contractors and technical and program staff to deliver projects seamlessly by integrating organizational and sponsor requirements.
This work sits at the heart of SWDs mission: managing the regions solid waste in a way that protects public health and the environment. The PMO is a collaborative supportive team that brings King Countys equity and social justice commitments into every projectengaging affected communities advancing green building practices and ensuring our capital investments deliver lasting equitable benefits across the region.
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 this Performance Analyst position you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at now for a rewarding career at theSolid Waste Divisionof 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 trainingcomprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.
- Job Duties
What You Will De Doing:
- Monitor project costs and schedules; control deviations to scope schedule and budget throughout the project lifecycle.
- Coordinate with project managers engineers supervisors consultants and stakeholders; document assumptions requirements and decisions.
- Develop procurement management plans procurement and contract change documents payment review documentation and procurement closeout.
- Develop project management plans baselines scope change documentation variance analysis and work performance reporting.
- Organize and manage project work and resources.
- Under senior project managers and supervisors develop and monitor project scope schedule budget risk stakeholders and contracts.
- Integrate activities with construction management operations program staff consultants and engineering teams to support seamless project delivery.
- Participate in diverse teams on multiple high-priority complex capital projects; foster productive team dynamics and resolve conflicts as they arise.
- Communicate complex issues clearly to staff agencies management and the public.
- Support senior project managers in preparing and presenting technical information to project teams landowners elected officials and other jurisdictions.
- Procure and manage consultants and contractors per King County procurement policies.
- Apply project management industry standards and SWD Project Manager manual requirements across assigned workload.
- Experience Qualifications Knowledge Skills
Qualifications You Bring:
- A Bachelors degree in project management construction management engineering business administration or a closely related field with a minimum one (1) year 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.
- Demonstrated 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:
- Manages Complexity:Making sense of complex high quantity and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems
- Plans and Aligns:Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
- Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Manages Conflict:Handlingconflict situations effectively with a minimum of noise.
- Values Differences:Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
- Communicates Effectively:Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
It Would be Great if You Also Bring:
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Project manager experience with public works projects
- Certificate Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
- Supplemental Information
Working Conditions:
- Work Location:The Project Management team works in a hybrid model with days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location is King Street Center 201 S. Jackson Seattle Washington 98104.
Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
- Work Schedule:This full-time position works a 40-hour work week; Mon Fri core hours from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 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 a skills test and one or more panel interviews.
To apply submit a:
- Complete Application
- Resume
Note:Additional documents wont be considered during minimum qualification screening.
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Are you ready to make a difference Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nations best places to live work and play.
Application Process
If you are interested in pursuing this position and supporting King Countys vision for unified equitable and high-performing government please follow the application instructions carefully. Provide us with your work history as applicable ensuring that you provide details that highlight your ability to fulfill the requirements for this position.
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