Construction Project Coordinator 3 (Burlington)

State-of-Washington-Parks-and-Recreation-Commissio; Washington; Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission in Burlington, WA seeks a Construction Project Coordinator 3 to oversee capital projects from design through construction, coordinating AE services and cost estimates. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and four+ years of experience, with strong communication skills and occasional travel to park sites.

Partial remote telework is available within Washington state.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus four years of professional experience in managing architectural/site/utility construction projects with at least three years of leadership experience.
• Experience overseeing full life-cycle capital construction projects from planning to closeout.

Responsibilities

• Manage capital project and consultant functions, overseeing planning, design, permitting, and construction for various park development projects.
• Solicit, develop, and negotiate AE agreements and contracts, including emergency and interagency agreements.
• Administer AE and other contracts, provide construction management services, and review contract documents for compliance.
• Develop capital budget submittals, cost estimates, and assess operational impacts for proposed projects.

Skills

Capital project oversight

Construction management

Technical credibility

Budgeting & cost estimation

Stakeholder management

Communication & reporting

Learn and grow

Meet needs of others

Education

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, landscape architecture, or closely related field

Job description

Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission

Job Title: Construction Project Coordinator 3

Location: Burlington, WA

Closes: Continuous. Applications will be reviewed on a biweekly basis starting August 3rd, 2026. We strongly recommend applying as soon as possible. The hiring manager reserves the right to close the posting at any time once a selection has been made.

This recruitment is for one (1) full-time, permanent, Construction Project Coordinator 3 position for Parks NW Region. The position is based in our NW office in Burlington, Washington. Working hours are generally Monday- Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm with the option for hybrid telework. This position will require you to travel as needed to accomplish assignments.

As a construction project coordinator, your primary responsibilities include managing consultants through the design and construction phases of capital improvement projects. This critical role requires an experienced construction project coordinator with good communication skills and a working knowledge of the theories, principles, and practices of architectural & engineering design, project management, and construction for projects ranging from $250,000 to $5,000,000+.

If you're interested in a dynamic career that allows you to showcase your program management talents, please apply and become part of our dynamic team.

About the position:

This position reports to the Northwest Capital Region Manager and directly supports the mission by providing project management services development projects. Additionally, this position coordinates, directs and reviews the development of contract documents, reports and studies by Architecture and Engineering (A&E) firms for park construction projects. Furthermore, this position provides construction management services and/or A&E construction management services for park construction projects. Lastly, this position develops costs estimates and cost analysis required for budget development and project costs.

This position is eligible for partial remote telework within Washington State. It will also require frequent travel throughout the NW Puget Sound to park sites and occasional meetings at the Northwest Region office in Burlington, WA.

Some of what you will do:

• Responsible for all facets of capital project and consultant management functions including the oversight of planning, design, permitting, and construction for various capital, grant, FEMA, operations, partnership funded park development projects.
• Solicit, develop, and negotiate AE agreements, personal service contracts, emergency contracts, and interagency agreements.
• Administer AE agreements, personal service contracts, emergency contracts, and interagency agreements.
• Provide construction management services for construction projects to ensure compliance with contract documents.
• Bidding support and award evaluation services.
• Administer AE construction management services.
• Perform construction management services.
• Develop capital budget submittals, including scopes of work, project cost estimates, and assist in the development of operational impacts for proposed development projects.

Required qualifications:

Qualified candidates will meet the following criteria:

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, landscape architecture, or closely related field, AND four (4) years of relevant professional experience with a minimum of three (3) years managing architectural, site, and/or utility construction projects AND a valid driver’s license.

Required competencies:

Capital Project Oversight: Proven ability to manage full life-cycle capital construction. Includes planning, design, scheduling, permitting, and construction closeout.

Construction Management: Provide construction management services and/or manage A&E construction management services for park construction projects.

Technical Credibility: Ability to review complex civil construction drawings, specifications, and environmental or zoning constraints (e.g., critical areas ordinances).

Budgeting & Cost Estimation: Ability to develop capital budget submittals, forecast project costs, and evaluate operational impacts.

Stakeholder Management: Skill in representing the agency while coordinating with internal staff, consultants, elected officials, and the public.

Communication & Reporting: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to write clear, objective progress/compliance reports and communicate technical issues to non-technical audiences.

The ability to take action to learn and grow.

The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience developing and preparing design and construction documents in the office of a licensed or registered landscape architect, architect, or engineer.
• Licensed landscape architect, architect, or engineer in the state of Washington.

You must attach in your application the following:

• Letter of Interest specifically addressing the qualifications listed in this announcement.
• Current resume.
• Three professional references.

All requested materials must be submitted. Incomplete or late application materials will not be accepted. Failure to follow the application process may disqualify you from further consideration.

All applicants with a legal right to work in the United States are encouraged to apply.

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About Parks:

Want to join a great organization? The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission manages one of the largest, most diverse--and most beautiful—parks systems in the country. With more than 120,000 acres, the system includes 124 developed parks, including 19 marine parks, 11 historical parks, 35 heritage sites, 13 interpretive centers and approximately 500 miles of long-distance recreation trails. Parks is staffed with nearly 1,000 employees (summers), who are some of the most passionate employees you'll find anywhere.

Diversity Policy Statement:

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to build a workplace culture that is welcoming and inclusive in which all employees feel respected and empowered to bring their unique ideas to the agency. At State Parks, we believe that embracing diverse backgrounds and experiences is essential to growing a strong workforce. We encourage applicants underrepresented in natural resources and outdoor recreation fields to apply, including but not limited to women, Black, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC), individuals with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, persons over 40 years of age, and individuals who identify as a part of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the human resources office at [phone]. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.

For information about recruitment and the hiring process, please contact Wendy Vandel at [e-mail] or call [phone].

For information about this position, please contact Derek Gustafson at [e-mail] or call [phone].