Senior Deputy Director, Systems Construction (Hybrid)

Sound Transit; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 133,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Long-Term Disability and LifeInsurance

Retirement Plans: 401a and 457b

Paid Time Off: 25 days + holidays

Job summary

Sound Transit seeks a Deputy Director-Systems Construction in Seattle, WA. The role leads the Systems Construction Manager team within the Center of Excellence in the Capital Delivery Department, guiding procurement, design, manufacture, installation, testing, and commissioning phases for major capital projects.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and extensive program management leadership, with a strong emphasis on safety, policy compliance, and performance measurement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree as listed in Education.
• Six years of program management support experience with scope, schedule, and budget management.
• Expertise in project management, systems engineering, and construction management.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate the Systems Construction Manager team and staff.
• Lead procurement for consultant staff and manage budgets.
• Develop program plans, goals, and KPIs to monitor performance.
• Review contracts, drawings, and specifications for accuracy and conformance.
• Ensure compliance with laws, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Project management

Systems engineering

Construction management

Budget management

Leadership

Staff coaching

Contract negotiation

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Planning, or related field

Tools

SharePoint

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Contract management software

Job description

Sound Transit seeks a Deputy Director-Systems Construction in Seattle, WA. The role leads the Systems Construction Manager team within the Center of Excellence in the Capital Delivery Department, guiding procurement, design, manufacture, installation, testing, and commissioning phases for major capital projects.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and extensive program management leadership, with a strong emphasis on safety, policy compliance, and performance measurement.