Capital Project Manager I

Salary : $78,104.00 - $99,008.00 Annually
Location : Seattle, WA
Job Type: Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
Job Number: 2023LA20775
Department: DNRP-Natural Resources & Parks
Division: SWD -Solid Waste
Opening Date: 01/02/2024
Closing Date: 1/16/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: C1 : PROTEC17-DES, DLS, DNRP
Full- or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours/Week: 40 hours/week
Summary
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
The Capital Project Manager I position with the King County Solid Waste Division offers a dynamic and rewarding opportunity and may be a perfect fit for you! Your primary responsibility of this position involves efficiently executing diverse tasks and assisting senior staff in overseeing major projects. You will thrive in a cooperative work setting surrounded by colleagues dedicated to your success, affording you the opportunity to apply your expertise to intricate and compelling projects that bring long-term environmental benefits to our region.
This position involves engagement in regional public infrastructure projects, tackling intricate challenges at the forefront of environmental stewardship and provides many opportunities for career development. The hands-on experience gained from real projects will enhance your ability to effectively manage complex assignments, ultimately contributing to your professional success. We are looking for someone to provide a combination of hands-on experience, exposure to regional public infrastructure projects, and a chance to be on the forefront of environmental leadership.
Your project management responsibilities will primarily be working from home, offering a flexible work schedule that promotes a healthy work-life balance. Engaging in a multitude of projects and having access to training opportunities will further enrich your professional experience.
About this Role:
The successful candidate will function and be responsible for effectively completing various tasks and supporting senior staff in major projects under their supervision. Some of the major work and projects that the incumbent will be involved in are:

• Assist with the development of project management documents, such as project management plans, Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), and Project Risk Management Plan
• Assist with planning and supporting project stakeholder engagement activities.
• Assist with procurement management duties such as review of contracts, review of invoices, track progress of payments, and close contracts.
• Assist with and develop project management training materials including PowerPoint presentations, handbooks, handouts, graphics, and other documents.
• Track and maintain project information in SWD tracking systems.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

This position performs work remotely and onsite. Onsite work will vary with assigned projects.
About the Team:

• We work for our community! We are an organization that is committed to making King County a community where everyone can thrive!
• We are invested in our habitat! We are committed to protecting the natural resources within our beautiful Pacific Northwest and are committed to action that will have meaningful impacts on slowing Climate Change that result in long term environmental impacts on our region.
• We value our team! We value unit cohesiveness, and diversity, and have a genuine interest in employee engagement.
• We care for our employees! We are committed to helping employees achieve their career goals and offer a variety of tools and resources to that end. We value our team members and strive at providing a supportive working environment that promotes flexible schedules and work/life balance. This position will provide experience to develop and enhance skills in project management roles within regional public infrastructure

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 (role), you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at
Apply now for a rewarding career at the Solid Waste Division of 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:

• Assist and support Senior Project Manager in project management form initiation to closing at Cedar Hills Regional Landfill.
• Assist with support Senior Project Manager in Transfer Station
• Assist with the development of project management document
• Assist with the preparation of project reports, presentations, and other documents.
• Assist with the management of projects from initiation to closing by performing duties that are assigned by the project teams.

Qualifications You Bring:

• Associate degree in project management, business administration, engineering OR a bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• Work experience that demonstrates the successful use of collaborative communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated skills in completing project management tasks with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to compile comprehensive project management documents or reports
• Demonstrated skills in effective communication, coordination, and collaboration in project team settings.
• Excellent technical writing skills including assisting with preparation of reports, memorandums, white papers, and emails

Competencies You Bring:

• Action Oriented - Enjoys working hard, is action oriented and full of energy for the things he/she sees as challenging, not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning.
• Decision Quality - Makes good decisions based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment. Most of his/her solutions and suggestions turn out to be correct and accurate when judged over time. Sought out by others for advice and solutions.
• Peer Relationships - Can quickly find common ground and solve problems for the good of all, can represent his/her own interests and yet be fair to other groups, can solve problems with peers with a minimum of noise, is seen as a team player and is cooperative, easily gains trust and support of peers, encourages collaboration, can be candid with peers.
• Instills Trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.

It Would Be Great If You Also Bring:

• Basic Knowledge of Project Management Institute (PMI) methodologies for managing project scope, schedule, budget, risk, communications, and procurement.
• Experience demonstrating the ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously and producing high-quality results in a timely manner.
• PMI certifications such as Certified associate in project management (CAPM) or equivalent

Working Conditions:

• Remote and Onsite Work Details: Employees in this role work remotely from a home location, with onsite reporting requirements. Onsite work will vary with assigned projects. During dry weather construction season, onsite work will be up to 5 days a week, 4 to 8 hours at a time. During wet weather season, onsite work will range from 2 to 5 days on site, 4 to 6 hours at a time.

Onsite reporting locations may be at various King County worksites 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 to King County worksites to meet onsite reporting requirements.
• Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible.
• Union Representation: This position is represented by Protec 17.

Application and Selection Process: This position is open to all qualified applicants. We value diverse perspectives and life experience and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply.
A complete application is required. You have the option to include a resume or cover letter with your application, and if provided, it will be taken into consideration during the review process. Please be aware that any additional attached documents will not be taken into consideration.
For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Lisa Aweeka at lisa.aweeka
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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

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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 an associate degree in project management, business administration, engineering OR a bachelor's degree in a relevant field?

• Yes
• No

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Please describe your work experience that demonstrates the successful use of collaborative communication and interpersonal skills
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How many years of Project Management experience do you have

• 1-2 years
• 3-4 years
• 5-6 years

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Do you have basic Knowledge of Project Management Institute (PMI) methodologies for managing project scope, schedule, budget, risk, communications, and procurement?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered Yes to question #4, please explain.
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Do you have a PMI...