Construction Project Coordinator - Construction Project Coord 2 - Perm - 2 Openings - 2026-08739
State of Washington
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Descripción de la vacante
The Construction Project Coordinator position with the State of Washington’s Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) focuses on providing field oversight and contract administration for capital projects. You will serve as the Owner’s field representative, monitor construction, and ensure compliance with contract documents while coordinating with project managers, engineers, and contractors.
The role involves reviewing submittals, handling field change notices, tracking schedules and
Formación
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in architecture, building construction, construction management, engineering, or a related field.
- 1 year of field oversight or public works contract administration experience; or equivalent substitutions per policy.
- Five years of progressively responsible field oversight/contract administration experience is preferred.
Responsabilidades
- Serve as the Owner’s field representative on assigned projects and monitor construction activities.
- Inspect construction to verify conformance with scope, drawings, and specifications.
- Review contract documents and interpret requirements with the design team.
- Identify field conditions needing clarification or modification and document recommendations.
- Coordinate with engineers, contractors, and agency staff to resolve design and field issues.
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Descripción del empleo
Construction Project Coordinator
Construction Project Coordinator 2
Full-Time / Permanent
Two (2)
Capital and Asset Management Program (CAMP)
Capitol Way Shop – Olympia, Washington – Thurston County
Learn more about being a member of Team WDFW!
Restoration project – Photo Credit: WDFW
Help build and maintain the infrastructure that supports Washington’s fish and wildlife!
Are you experienced in construction oversight, contract compliance, or project coordination? As a Construction Project Coordinator with WDFW, you’ll help deliver capital projects that maintain the facilities and infrastructure supporting the Department’s mission.
In these roles, you’ll serve as the Owner’s field representative, monitoring construction work, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, documenting field conditions, and coordinating with project managers, contractors, engineers, and other partners. You’ll also support project schedules, budgets, procurement, and closeout.
If you enjoy hands‑on construction oversight, solving problems in the field, and keeping projects organized and on track, this is an opportunity to put your skills to work supporting Washington’s fish, wildlife, and natural resources. Join our team and make a difference!
- Owner’s Field Representation: Serve as the Owner’s designated field representative on assigned projects. Monitor construction activities and communicate field conditions, contractor performance, and potential contract concerns to the Project Manager.
- Construction Inspection and Compliance Verification: Inspect construction activities, materials, and completed work to verify conformance with the approved scope, drawings, specifications, quality requirements, and other contract provisions.
- Contract Document Review and Interpretation: Review and apply contract documents, drawings, and specifications when evaluating the work. Identify conflicting, unclear, or incomplete requirements and obtain clarification from the Project Manager, engineer, or other appropriate design professional.
- Field Condition and Change Identification: Identify differing or unexpected field conditions that may require clarification or contract modification. Document these conditions and prepare written information and recommendations for the Project Manager’s review.
- Contract Administration Review: Review submittals and requests for information for field-related contract compliance and provide comments or recommendations to the Project Manager and design team. Verify completed work and materials incorporated or properly stored to support payment application review.
- Technical Coordination: Coordinate with engineers, consultants, and agency technical staff to resolve design questions and field issues in a manner consistent with the contract documents.
- Field Measurement and Testing: Use survey instruments, testing devices, measuring equipment, and other inspection tools to verify quantities, elevations, dimensions, installation requirements, and contract compliance.
- Construction Meeting Participation: Participate in preconstruction, progress, and other construction meetings as the Owner’s field representative. Provide information regarding progress, workmanship, field conditions, and contract compliance.
- Project Management Support: Provide project management support for assigned capital projects. Independently perform assigned activities within established procedures and keep the Project Manager informed of project status, risks, and issues.
- Construction Contract Administration: Perform assigned construction contract administration activities, including coordinating submittals, requests for information, inspections, payment applications, change orders, contract compliance, closeout, and warranty work.
- Project Scope, Schedule, and Budget Control: Develop and track project scopes, schedules, cost estimates, and budgets. Monitor project progress and identify potential concerns related to scope, schedule, cost, quality, and contract compliance.
- Project Delivery Coordination: Coordinate assigned permitting, design review, advertisement, award, and contract execution activities.
- Project Documentation and Reporting: Maintain complete and accurate project documentation, contract records, correspondence, tracking logs, and reporting systems.
- Change Order Administration: Prepare, evaluate, coordinate, and track change orders within established procedures.
Work is performed in both office settings and field environments, including construction sites at fish hatcheries and wildlife areas. Requires walking on uneven terrain and steep slopes for extended periods. Fieldwork may involve exposure to inclement or adverse weather conditions, climbing ladders, working from boats, and performing duties at elevated locations.
Typically, Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM. May be required to work more than 40 hours per week, including weekends, as needed.
Statewide travel is required and may involve trips lasting up to one week at a time.
Computer hardware and software, video conferencing systems, testing equipment materials, and motor vehicles.
Frequent interaction with internal and external customers, vendors, and partners, including federal, local, interagency, and intra‑agency contacts.
- A bachelor’s degree in architecture, building construction, construction management, engineering, or a closely related field.
- One (1) year of experience in construction field oversight, construction management, construction project management, or public works contract administration.
- An associate’s degree in building construction, construction management, engineering technology, or a closely related field.
- Three (3) years of experience in construction field oversight, construction management, construction project management, or public works contract administration.
- Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in construction field oversight, construction management, construction project management, or public works contract administration, demonstrating increasing responsibility for contract compliance and project coordination.
Please Note: Equivalent combinations of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Valid driver’s license.
- Principles of construction project management and public works contract administration.
- Interpretation and application of construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
- Construction methods and sequencing across multiple trades, including civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and site work.
- Fundamentals of building systems, including HVAC, electrical distribution, water and wastewater systems, and structural components, sufficient to evaluate contract compliance.
- Cost estimating principles and methods for evaluating the cost reasonableness of contractor proposals.
- Change management processes and documentation requirements for public works contracts.
- Risk identification and mitigation practices related to construction delivery.
- Administrative procedures and systems supporting capital project development and delivery.
- Fiscal stewardship principles and budget monitoring practices for capital construction projects.
- Supervisory and/or coordination practices sufficient to direct contractor performance and support team collaboration.
- Interpret and enforce contract documents, drawings, and specifications in a field environment.
- Exercise sound, independent judgment when evaluating construction activities and contractor performance.
- Identify nonconforming work and direct corrective action consistent with contract provisions.
- Distinguish between contract compliance enforcement and formal contract modification authority.
- Evaluate potential changes in project conditions and prepare clear, well‑supported recommendations.
- Coordinate effectively with engineers, consultants, contractors, and agency staff.
- Communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
- Maintain accurate, detailed, and defensible project documentation.
- Manage multiple concurrent assignments and prioritize workload to meet schedule and budget objectives.
- Experience serving as an Owner’s Representative or contract administrator for public works construction projects.
- Experience preparing cost estimates and evaluating contractor proposals for cost reasonableness.
- Experience conducting construction inspections and documenting contract compliance.
- Experience reviewing submittals, requests for information (RFIs), payment applications, and change orders.
- A trade background or hands‑on construction experience in civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, or a related discipline.
- Experience independently managing low‑complexity capital construction projects.
- Experience coordinating with Architectural and Engineering (A&E) consultants.
- Valid First Aid and CPR certifications.
In addition to pay and other special employee programs, there are other benefits that WDFW employees may be eligible for. Click the “Benefits” tab at the top of this announcement to learn more.
All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I‑9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). This recruitment may be used to fill positions in addition to those listed.
- Notify us of your veteran or military spouse status by email at Ashley.Lee@dfw.wa.gov.
- Veterans only – Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
- Please redact any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers.
- Subject line must include recruitment number, position, and spouse/veteran (example: 2026-1234 – Biologist 1 – Veteran)
- Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.
As part of WDFW’s efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications. Therefore, we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully. All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington.
The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.
Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format please contact Jayme Chase by phone 360-902-2278 or email Jayme.Chase@dfw.wa.gov, or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 800-833-6388.
If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll‑free at (855) 524-5627 or support@neogov.com.
If you have other questions regarding this position, please reach out to Ashley.Lee@dfw.wa.gov and reference job #2026-08739.
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Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
The following information describes typical benefits available for full‑time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full‑time work (e.g. part‑time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full‑time.
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax‑deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long‑term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre‑tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well‑being of employees.
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you to control over the amount of pre‑tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
If you are employed by a government or not‑for‑profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Full‑time and part‑time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full‑time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part‑time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro‑rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full‑time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Full‑time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month earn a monthly accrual of sick leave, in the month to that required for full‑time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part‑time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full‑time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Full‑time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357‑31‑165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full‑time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Part‑time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357‑31‑165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro‑rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full‑time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
As provided in WAC 357‑58‑175, an employer may authorize a lump‑sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357‑31‑165.
Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Leave Sharing
Parental Leave
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Updated 01-07-2026
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