Environmental Compliance & Capital Improvement Manager (Mgr 3)

City-of-Seattle; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 194,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule opportunities

Family-friendly and multicultural work

Generous benefits package

Free Orca Pass

City pension plan with employer/worker

Growth opportunities

Job summary

City of Seattle seeks a seasoned program manager to lead solid waste capital improvement projects and regulatory compliance efforts. The role oversees cross‑divisional collaboration and coordination with external agencies, ensuring timely, safe, and compliant project delivery.

The ideal candidate drives staff development, strategic decision‑making, and robust stakeholder engagement while maintaining high standards of quality and accountability within SPU.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of experience with capital improvement projects and regulatory compliance, or other related project management experience, including prior supervisory experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, or related field, or two additional years of relevant experience.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively within a multicultural workforce serving a diverse customer base.
• Responsive, adept, and flexible in working under pressure and with changing priorities.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all organizational levels.
• Leadership skills with a track record of team development and creating a strong work culture.
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills.
• Experience leading teams successfully on solid waste infrastructure projects and regulatory work.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute solid waste capital improvements with other divisions, departments, outside agencies and the public.
• Ensure deliverables meet cost, schedule, scope, quality and risk per SPU procedures and stage-gate processes.
• Provide coaching, oversight and support to staff.
• Administer SPU's regulatory agreements with Ecology, the EPA and other regulators.
• Set priorities for division work and allocate resources to meet high-priority needs.
• Advise on project delivery approaches and scheduling; engage communities as needed.
• Provide technical support and interpret regulatory requirements; represent the branch in interdepartmental teams.
• Support public involvement as part of CIP design to inform customers about impacts.
• Establish and oversee quality control and QA processes; pursue continuous improvement.

Skills

Multicultural communication

Leadership

Team development

Decision-making

Influence & collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration/public administration or related field

Job description

About Seattle Public Utilities:

SPU is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and garbage/recycling/compost. SPU also provides drinking water for 1.6 million customers in the region. SPU's work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1,400 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations.

For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), check out the:

• SPU Website


• SPU Workplace Expectations


• Strategic Business Plan

SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities.

Why Join Our Team?

We know work isn't only about what you do it's also about who you work for and with! SPU provides a fun and family friendly work environment that supports a work life balance, including:

• Hybrid work schedule opportunities


• Family-friendly and multicultural work environment


• Generous benefits package


• Free Orca Pass


• City pension plan with employer/employee contributions


• Growth potential and advancement opportunities

• Direct, manage, supervise, and coordinate the activities required to plan and execute solid waste capital improvements with other divisions, departments, outside agencies, and the general public.

• Ensure deliverables in the area of cost, schedule, scope, quality and risk are developed in line with SPU's project delivery procedures, policies and SPU's stage-gate processes.


• Support staff with decisions associated with project design on projects and review project status reports and performance metrics as projects progress.


• Provide direct oversight, coaching and support to staff.


• Administer SPU's regulatory agreements with Ecology, the EPA and other regulators.


• Establish and manage work processes providing initial point of contact for all requests for section services and directs work appropriately. Determine and assess priorities for division work, redistribute or acquire needed resources, both internal and consulting, to meet high-priority section needs.


• Recommend project delivery approach and advises the Utility on project reserve amounts, community engagement strategies and project scheduling.


• Provide technical support and interpretation of Solid Waste’s regulatory requirements. Represent the branch and department in interdepartmental teams to update Code as needed. Identify gaps in standards and take proactive steps to research options and support policy revisions.


• Support public involvement as a key component of SPU CIP design processes ensures customers (residential and commercial) are aware of upcoming work in their neighborhoods, understand the benefits and potential disruptions or impacts in their communities.


• Establish and oversee section's quality control and quality assurance procedures. Apply continuous improvement techniques to ensure appropriate balance between quality and value.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Experience:

Five (5) years of experience with capital improvement projects and regulatory compliance, or other related project management experience, including prior supervisory experience.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, or related fieldORtwo (2) additional years of relevant experience.

Desired Qualifications:

• Ability to communicate and work effectively within a multicultural workforce serving a diverse customer base


• Responsive, adept, and flexible in working under pressure and with changing priorities


• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all organizational levels


• Leadership skills with a track record of team development and creating a strong work culture


• Sound judgment and decision-making skills


• Experience leading teams successfully on solid waste infrastructure projects and regulatory work

This position requires working in person at the office or field locations. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor.

Who may apply:

The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

The full salary range for this position is: $129,247.20 - $193,849.92 annually.

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: John Lee at [e-mail]

This hiring process involves a background check of conviction and arrest records in compliance with Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17. Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits.