Project Coordinator-Ballard Link Extension (Direct Hire Temporary)

Sound Transit; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits (medical, dental, and視

Job summary

Sound Transit is seeking a professional to support planning, design, and construction phases of capital projects in Seattle. The role requires coordinating resources, documenting progress, and communicating with agency staff, consultants, and the public throughout all project phases.

Under general direction, you will interpret data, handle sensitive materials, negotiate solutions, and develop recommendations aligned with agency policies.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and provides lead support and coordination on project-related documentation and other project materials; manages specific project-related tasks as directed.
• Supports development of projects; verifies submittals including monthly reporting; monitors schedules; participates in feasibility studies and technical documentation; provides Resident Engineer services for small projects; manages contractors; coordinates public outreach.
• Supports project management of new facilities/stations customer signage including updating standards, signage layout, permitting, coordination with departments and other agencies; manages design and construction contracts.
• Assists with final design phase of larger projects; coordinates tasks/comments; participates in design development and project meetings; coordinates with partner agencies and operations groups; leads technical meetings as assigned; assists with permits and right-of-way needs.
• Supports construction phase on larger projects; assists with bid process; coordinates with construction management and agency purchasing on procurement and contract negotiations; creates procedural checklists; manages contract closeout.
• Coordinates with a variety of stakeholders including staff from multiple lines, elected officials, consultants, agencies, and the public; attends meetings and prepares materials and summaries; represents the agency in public forums.

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Seattle, WA 98104, USA

• Construction & Infrastructure Delivery
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: PROJE003756

Description

Salary range is $21.63/hour to $49.52/hour with a midpoint of $33.17/hour. New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.

Sound Transit also offers a competitive benefits package with a wide range of offerings, including:

• Health Benefits: We offer two choices of medical plans, a dental plan, and a vision plan all at no cost for employee coverage; comprehensive benefits for employees and eligible dependents, including a spouse or domestic partner.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid Time Off: Employees accrue 13 days of paid time off annually.
• ORCA Card: All full-time employees will receive an ORCA card at no cost.
• Compensation Practices: We offer competitive salaries based on market rates and internal equity. In addition to compensation and benefits, you’ll find that we provide work-life balance, opportunities for professional development and recognition from your colleagues.

This is a Direct Hire Temporary position with an anticipated duration of 12 months.

GENERAL PURPOSE:

Under general direction, performs professional and technical level tasks in assigned area of responsibility to assist multiple ST managers in administering the planning, design, and construction phases of capital projects; coordinates resources, design details, planning activities, communication and coordination of work activities, and facilitates exchange of information between Agency staff, consultants, design engineers, local jurisdictions, and the public during all project phases; interprets data and processes and handles sensitive materials; negotiates solutions and develops recommendations with Agency policies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The following duties are a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties:

• Reviews and provides lead support and coordination on project-related documentation and other project related materials; and manage specific project related tasks as directed.
• Provides support with the development of projects as assigned; verifies submittals including monthly reporting; monitors schedules; participates in the development of project feasibility studies, site selection, and technical documentation; provides Resident Engineer services as assigned for small projects; manages contractor; and coordinates project relevant public outreach efforts.
• Provides support in project management of new facilities/stations customer signage including updating and maintaining standards, signage layout, permitting, coordination with ST departments and other agencies, and managing design and construction contracts related to this subject.
• Provides support during final design phase of larger projects; coordinates assigned tasks and comments during design; participates in design development, review, and project meetings; meets with partner agencies and operations groups; lead and coordinate technical meetings as assigned; assists with permit procurement and submittal; assists with right-of-way needs as directed including coordinating with consultant to obtain legal descriptions, parcel exhibits, and other documentation needed to acquire property.
• Provides support during the construction phase on larger projects; provides construction bid assistance; coordinates with construction management and Agency purchasing groups regarding bid process and contract negotiations/requirements for construction firm selection; creates procedural checklists; and manages the closing out of construction contracts.
• Coordinates project elements with a variety of interested parties including Agency staff from various lines of businesses and departments, elected officials, consultants, local/state/federal agencies, and the general public; coordinates and attends project related technical, public, and community meetings to represent the Agency; develops meeting materials including agendas, handouts, and meeting summaries as required.
• Coordinates scheduling of staff/consultant participation in project related meetings and public hearings; drafts and coordinates review and approval of project related materials and presentations such as change orders, Phase Gate, and staff reports to the Agency Board or Committees; and participates in presentations as necessary; serves as station/project contact and responds to requests for information from other agencies, media, and the general public involving various assigned projects; and provides necessary project status, design information, outreach, and communications with affected businesses, residences, and community groups through design and construction phases.
• Provides support in administering assigned contracts; reviews and/or comments on consultant submitted progress reports, earned value reports, and schedules.
• Drafts and monitors project budgets, forecasts, and schedules; obtains and monitors expenditures; prepares and submits Agency required project reports; prepares, coordinates, and processes annual and interim capital project budget updates.
• Performs technical analysis of various types of data in support of project goals and prepares associated technical and policy reports; prepares maps and visual/presentation materials to support technical analyses; advises project managers on various technical aspects of projects; responds to and researches requests for information and public records as wells as updates on project status.
• Researches and manages other tasks as assigned for various technical subject areas including such things as landscape and material salvage, sustainability tracking, assessment of materials, product information, and pedestrian and bike access issues.
• Provides support to the department and others on matters as directed; serves as staff on a variety of committees as assigned; prepares staff reports and other necessary correspondence; attends and participates in professional meetings; maintains awareness of new trends and developments in the fields related to area of assignment; incorporates new developments as appropriate; ensures processes, policies, and practices are interpreted and applied consistently and effectively; ensures accountability and compliance with all current and applicable state and federal laws, Agency policies and procedures, rules and regulations.
• Champions & models Sound Transit's core values and demonstrates values-based behaviors in everyday interactions across the agency.
• Contributes to a culture of diversity, equity & inclusion in alignment with Sound Transit’s Equity & Inclusion Policy.
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