Wastewater Capital Project Manager II

King County; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

King County is seeking a Wastewater Capital Project Manager II to lead large-scale wastewater infrastructure projects from initiation through closeout. You will coordinate internal and consultant teams across engineering, community relations, permitting, and operations to deliver projects on time and within budget in a hybrid work environment.

The role emphasizes applying PMI-based project management practices, managing scope and budget, and negotiating contracts, with a strong commitment to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in project management, engineering, construction management or related field.
• Minimum three years of work experience in a capital project environment.
• Intermediate knowledge of project management techniques and contract administration.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Experience leading cross-disciplinary teams.
• Ability to work with the public and diverse communities.
• PMI PMP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply project management standards across planning, coordinating, scope, budget, schedule, monitoring and reporting.
• Develop project Work Breakdown Structures (WBS).
• Manage capital projects including plans, specifications, permits, estimates and scopes of work for public bidding.
• Procure and administer consultant contracts, including negotiations.
• Develop, implement and manage project scope, schedule and budget.
• Lead project teams through initiation, design, procurement and construction phases.
• Develop deliverables and hold responsible parties accountable.
• Obtain approvals from customers, sponsors and stakeholders.
• Document and manage changes to project scope and status.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Negotiation

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

PMI methodology

Job description

Candidate Pool

In addition to the current opening, this recruitment may be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates to fill future Wastewater Capital Project Manager II vacancies within the Wastewater Treatment Division over the next 6 months.

About The Role

As a CPM II, you will effectively apply Project Management industry standards and practices in the areas of project planning, coordinating, scope management, budget management, schedule management, monitoring and control, and reporting. You will manage and lead diverse project teams comprised of internal and consultant subject matter experts from a broad range of disciplines including engineering, community relations, property acquisition, permitting, environmental, and operations and maintenance staff through the design and construction of capital projects. WTD strives to provide equitable services to residents and businesses across King County. Our department vision is to provide sustainable livable communities and a clean and healthy natural environment that supports a prosperous and resilient economy.

The responsibilities of this classification include leading project teams across a broad range of wastewater facilities upgrades and system modifications, including support as a deputy project manager of a senior level staff. CPM IIs independently manage projects and specialized functions or components of large capital projects. CPM IIs negotiate contract changes and provide direction for decision-making per Wastewater Treatment Division policy on changes to project scope, schedule, and budget. Project assignments typically include 1 to 5 functional disciplines, require limited permits, or SEPA requirements, involve existing or proven technology, and are low to medium risk to the agency.

As a WCPM II, you will lead diverse project teams composed of internal and consultant subject matter experts from a broad range of disciplines including engineering, community relations, property acquisition, permitting, environmental, and operations and maintenance staff through the initiation, planning, design, construction, and closeout phases of capital improvement projects. The projects associated with this position contain heavy civil, Operational Technology, Information Technology, process automation, control systems, and industrial electrical systems components in addition to wastewater utility, public works, infrastructure, buildings, mechanical systems, and asset replacement elements.

About The Team

The Wastewater Treatment Division Project Management Unit is a collaborative; high energy team of professionals committed to the principles of equity and social justice. Motivated to maintain and upgrade our wastewater treatment system infrastructure, we strive to implement projects in a cost-effective manner that ensures public health and improves the environment of the Puget Sound. We value diverse perspectives and life experiences in our workforce, as this brings resiliency to our system and our Unit. We are committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive work environment. WTD strives to provide equitable services to residents and businesses across King County through the planning, design, and implementation of our capital efforts.

About WTD

Join our team dedicated to ensuring clean water for generations to come! With over 1000 employees engaged in planning, designing, building, and operating treatment facilities, our agency is at the forefront of environmental stewardship. Success for us means upholding our legacy while promising future generations a pristine environment.

We partner with regulatory agencies to reduce harmful waste discharge and actively educate the public and businesses on water quality protection. We prioritize accountability to our ratepayers and operate a well-managed agency that services over 2.3 million King County residents. Our regional wastewater treatment system not only sustains a healthy environment but also fuels economic development, fostering prosperity in our region. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative environment, join us in our mission to safeguard our precious water resources.

Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice

King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As a King County Employee, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity

What You Will Be Doing

• Effectively apply Project Management industry standards and practices in the areas of project planning, coordination, scope management, budget management, schedule management, monitoring and control, and reporting on assigned capital projects. Perform project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring/control and closeout.
• Develop project specific Work Breakdown Structures (WBS).
• Manage wastewater capital projects that require preparation of plans, specifications, permits, estimates, and scopes of work for public bidding.
• Procure and administer consultant contracts, including negotiation of contracts and contract changes.
• Develop, implement, and manage project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Lead project teams through project initiation, planning, design, procurement, and construction phases of capital projects.
• Develop project deliverables and hold responsible parties accountable.
• Obtain necessary approvals from both customers, sponsors, and interested parties.
• Develop, execute, and communicate project plans.
• Document, obtain approval, and manage changes to project scope.
• Monitor and control of project work, including the reporting on status and changes to assigned projects.
• Establish and maintain project interpersonal relationships.
• Develop and implement plan for project specific Quality Assurance/ Quality Control (QA/QC).
• Administer project and contract requirements and standards in accordance with King County policies and procedures. Perform duties as defined in the WTD project management manual using PMI methodology.
• Close‑out assigned projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications You Bring

• bachelor’s degree in project management, engineering, construction management, business administration or closely related field is required. ORany combination of education and experience that clearly demonstrates the ability to perform the job duties of the classification.
• Minimum three years of work experience in a capital project environment or equivalent work environment demonstrating an ability to manage projects with cross disciplinary teams.
• Intermediate Knowledge of project management techniques and principles.
• Intermediate Knowledge of contract administration and enforcement techniques and principles.
• Intermediate knowledge of planning, budgeting, and scheduling techniques and principles.
• Basic knowledge of civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering along with Construction management principles in order to participate in team discussion and manage project teams made up by these disciplines.
• Very good written and oral communication skills
• Intermediate Facilitation skills
• Intermediate Skills working with the public and customers including diverse communities to maintain effective relationships
• Basic skills handling politically sensitive issues
• Intermediate Conflict resolution and negotiation skills
• Intermediate decision‑making and team building skill

Competencies You Bring

• Customer Focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer‑centric solutions.
• Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi‑mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Being Resilient: Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.

Required Licenses

Washington State Driver’s License or the ability to provide transportation to remote work locations with limited or no public transportation services.

It Would Be Great if You Also Bring

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification is preferred.

Work Location

The unit works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location is West Point Treatment Center 1400 Discovery Park Blvd, Seattle, WA 98199 with our Collaboration space at King Street Center, 201 S. Jackson, Seattle, Washington 98104. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County‑issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.

Work Schedule

This full‑time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is exempt from the overtime provision of the Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) and is not overtime eligible.

Union Representation

This position is represented by Technical Employees’ Association (TEA) - Wastewater Treatment Division,

Physical Requirements

• Ability to attend site visits to construction sites and spend several hours standing/walking in non-ADA compliant settings with uneven terrain.
• Must be able to perform work in settings with higher-than-average air and waterborne pathogen.

King County's Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values unite us

King County serves residents with a relentless sense of urgency, delivering on commitments with transparency and accountability. We are action‑oriented, creative problem solvers who collaborate across roles, engage directly with communities, and challenge the status quo to achieve meaningful impact. As a unified team, we uphold high ethical and stewardship standards, embrace change, stay curious, and continuously improve. Across all interactions, we listen first, act quickly, and stay aligned as a team to earn and sustain public trust. Learn more about our Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values here and visit our Why work at King County page here.

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