Project Management

5 days ago

Seattle, United States King County Full time

SUMMARY

King County Metro is looking for three (3) innovative, and collaborative Transit Capital Project Management Supervisors to serve in the Project Management Unit within the Capital Project Delivery Section. Each of these positions will provide day-to-day supervision and management to a group of 5 - 10 Project Management staff who deliver a wide variety of projects and programs within the Fixed Asset portfolio, including Facility Improvements, Passenger Infrastructure, Speed and Reliability Improvements, Zero Emissions Infrastructure, Regional Transit Integration, Marine Facilities, and State of Good Repair.

The Project Management Unit is comprised of 3 - 4 workgroups (each led by a Project Management Supervisor) which report to a Unit Manager. This Unit is one of three units within the Capital Delivery Section along with the Engineering Unit and Construction Management Unit. As a Project Management Supervisor, you will be a part of the Capital Delivery leadership team and will supervise, direct, and coach project managers towards successful project outcomes. These roles require an understanding of the capital development cycle for fixed asset projects along with an emphasis on project management.

Each project management workgroup will focus on a subset of Metro?s capital programs. The most recent divisions of these capital programs are shown below. With the hiring of these positions, the division of programs/responsibilities is subject to change based on the successful candidates? skills, abilities, and desires.

1. State of Good Repair and Facilities Improvement Workgroup ? This workgroup is responsible for major routine and non-routine facilities maintenance projects. As well as being responsible for stand-alone facility upgrades, modernization, and tenant improvements.
 
2. Speed and Reliability and Passenger Facilities Workgroup ? This workgroup is responsible for capital projects which occur within the public right of way. This includes transit speed and reliability projects (such a RapidRide) and projects which improve or create new passenger facilities (e.g. bus stops). Additionally, this workgroup oversees integration with new Sound Transit Link Light Rail facilities.

3. Zero Emissions (ZE) and Special Projects ? This workgroup is responsible for capital projects related to Metro?s conversion to a zero-emission fleet. This includes new zero emissions vehicle infrastructure (vehicle chargers), facilities (bases/layover facilities), and facility conversions. Additionally, this workgroup performs special capital projects as assigned.

We are accepting applications from all qualified applicants. This recruitment will be used to fill 3 Career Service position. In addition, this selection process may be used to generate an eligibility pool for future Career Service vacancies that may occur in this classification within this workgroup. The eligibility pool will be retained for 12 months from the date of posting and may be used at the discretion of the hiring authority. 
JOB DUTIES
Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this role you will apply equity and social justice principles to all aspects of the work.

As a Transit Capital Supervisor with the Capital Project Management Unit, you will:

  • Lead the development and expansion of their respective workgroup to support Metro‘s Long Game vision and the capital program.
  • Support employees to continually develop a skilled and effective team of professionals to meet current and emerging needs of the Capital Division.
  • Model effective interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills including listening, motivating, managing conflicts or crises with courage and composure, and dealing with difficult problems with flexibility and adaptability.
  • Promote teamwork, inclusion, and a cooperative environment while recognizing the value of diversity of opinion, culture, and perspective.
  • Develop and maintain successful relationships with internal and external customers, sections, divisions, and departments. Act as an effective representative and advocate for the workgroup.
  • Effectively manage available resources. Identify resource gaps and propose solutions through additional staffing or consultant support. Develop, solicit, and evaluate consultant contracts as well as lead recruitments for additional resources.
  • Develop or support the development of Scopes of Work including Level of Effort Estimates, Deliverables List, Bid Evaluation Criteria, and other consultant and/or construction contracting requirements.
  • Provide direct technical support towards the development of project management documents and artifacts at the project and program levels. This includes working with the Project Management Oversight workgroup to participate in the development of standardized work and training materials for staff.
  • Plan and evaluate workloads and develop staffing plans for assigned projects.
  • Establish and communicate performance expectations and effectively evaluate performance of assigned employees.
  • Lead continuous improvement efforts of governance and standard work products. This would include coordination of workflows that involve other groups within Metro Transit and King County.
  • Ensure readiness and compliance with King County policies and procedures as well as other applicable local, State, and Federal regulations.
  • Provide technical and contractual support to legal staff on contracts, claims, and agreements.
  • Work with other supervisory staff in the identification and resolution of process, project management, and contractual issues for all assigned projects.
  • Participate in the evaluation and selection of contracts. Direct the negotiations of contract changes with contractors for assigned projects. Monitor, review, and oversee the progress of contractors to ensure compliance with contract requirements, applicable codes, regulations, and quality assurance.
  • Various tasks associated with projects.
  • Perform other tasks as assigned.

EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS
Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor‘s degree in engineering, construction management, or related field. Eight years of increasingly responsible experience relative to the Supervisor position including at least two years in a supervisory, lead, or major projects lead, OR a combination of education and experience that clearly demonstrates the ability to perform the job duties of the classification.
  • Knowledge of project management fundamentals and experience implementing them in a capital project management setting.
  • Knowledge of Contracting and Contract Management (Construction, Architectural & Engineering, and professional services).
  • Knowledge of local, State and Federal regulations as they relate to public works.
  • Strong planning and organizational skills.
  • Demonstrated history of flexibility and adaptability in managing and responding to competing priorities and changing assignments. Demonstrated history of taking on additional and unexpected work assignments.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Skill in leadership, facilitation, team building, interpersonal relations, and consensus building.
  • Ability to be innovative, creative, and make independent decisions.
  • Excellent oral and written communication including, but not limited to, good listening and public speaking skills.
  • Ability to represent and advocate for the Capital Division and act as liaison between the division and other agencies.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds with diverging opinions and viewpoints.
  • Skills in Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint; OneDrive; and SharePoint.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively evaluate and manage employee performances.
  • Ability to develop forecast workload and staffing plans.
Desired Qualifications:

  • Advanced Knowledge of project management topics and strategies and experience implementing them in a capital project management setting.
  • Familiarity with project management tools and software packages (e.g. Microsoft Project).
  • Experience working with and/or managing consultant teams.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of King County contracts (Construction, Architectural & Engineering, and professional services).
  • Skill in providing strategic direction/leadership, supervision, coaching, training and a high level of professional expertise.
  • Familiarity with human resources and leadership concepts/principles. Dedication to employees and the management of their performance, development of their skills, and conflict resolution.
  • Familiarity with factors that affect the quality and effectiveness of construction services on public works contracting.
  • Familiarity with a public works capital program and internal/external stakeholder groups.
  • Experience in managing and obtaining conflict resolution with peers, team members, and stakeholders. Demonstrated management skills from organizational to managing consultant resources (scope, schedule, budget, quality).
  • Familiarity and/or certifications in alternative delivery methodologies
  • PMI Certification (PMP or PgMP) or other professional certification/registration (e.g. PE).

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Required Application Materials: 
  1. An Online Employment Application
  2. Resume 
  3. Cover Letter 
  4. A Writing Sample of Technical Work
  5. Answers to All Supplemental Questions
Applicants will be screened for competitiveness, completeness, and written communication skills. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews. Final offers are contingent on successful completion of reference checks and/or file review. 
 
Work Location
The primary location of this position is in the King Street Center (201 S. Jackson St., Seattle, WA).

Teleworking Requirement
The work associated with this position will be performed predominantly in a hybrid work environment working, in the office at King Street Center, and at home. Candidates should expect increased in-person working days during 2025. These in-person working days may either occur at King Street Center or in the field. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.

Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working in a hybrid environment. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department‘s hybrid environment.

Work Schedule 
Our regular business work schedule is 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday though work outside of the normal workday may be required. Metro Capital?s core working hours are 9AM ? 3PM and supervisors are expected to have a shift which includes these core working hours. This position is considered exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act and as such is not eligible for overtime pay. Flexible hours may be considered.
 
Union Membership: F7: L117-Transit Design&Const Sups
 
Job Code: 240501
   
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: Kam Kaur, kakaur@kingcounty.gov.
 
Forbes recently 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 ‘True North‘, 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.
 
The Executive Branch includes employees in the Executive branch, the Assessor?s Office, Elections, the King County Sheriff?s Office, and the Executive Office. 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.  

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