Hybrid Project Controls Lead – Public Capital Programs

King County Water and Land Resources Division -WA; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 136,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

King County Parks is seeking a detail-oriented Project Control Officer to oversee the Capital Improvement Program, ensuring compliant, strategic project delivery. You will guide contracting, manage cost, schedule, risk, and change processes, and lead a team supporting county initiatives.

Hybrid role blending remote and in-person work, with strong emphasis on policy compliance and staff development within the Parks Finance Section.

Qualifications

• Public-sector contracting processes and policies.
• Ability to analyze data to improve cost and performance.
• Strong scheduling and cost-management capabilities.
• Experience coaching staff and leading teams.
• Knowledge of procurement and contract practices in public sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, cost management, scheduling, risk analysis, and contract administration.
• Develop and improve project control tools, processes, and metrics.
• Provide guidance and training on public-sector project and contract practices.
• Review procurement requests and ensure compliance with policies.
• Oversee contract and project file reviews for accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare documentation on project control processes and workflows.

Skills

Public-sector contracting

Cost analysis

Scheduling

Team leadership

Policy compliance

Education

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

Tools

LEAN methodology

Job description

King County Parks is seeking a detail-oriented Project Control Officer to oversee the Capital Improvement Program, ensuring compliant, strategic project delivery. You will guide contracting, manage cost, schedule, risk, and change processes, and lead a team supporting county initiatives.

Hybrid role blending remote and in-person work, with strong emphasis on policy compliance and staff development within the Parks Finance Section.