Wastewater Construction Management IV - Project Representative

King County Water and Land Resources Division -WA; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

King County Water and Land Resources Division -WA seeks a Wastewater Construction Management IV - Project Representative to oversee a variety of contracts including DBB, work orders, GCCM, and design-build. The role manages scopes, schedules, budgets, quality, and risk across projects up to $100M+ and serves as Owner Representative.

The position requires a solid background in construction management, strong communication, and ability to coordinate cross-functional teams in a hybrid office

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience with 5 years in construction engineering/management.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications, providing constructive comments to PMs, engineers and consultants.
• Working knowledge of construction laws, ordinances, county policy, and contract terms and conditions.
• Knowledge of codes, standard plans and specifications, and quality control methods.
• Thorough knowledge of current construction methods, materials and equipment.
• Minimum 2 years experience in wastewater or heavy industrial facilities.

Responsibilities

• Administer overall implementation phase on WTD capital improvement program contracts as Owner Representative.
• Coordinate and lead matrixed CIP teams including O&M, engineering, permitting, environmental, and consultants.
• Ensure compliance with plans and specs; manage scopes, schedules, budgets, risk, and communication.
• Manage change orders and document control following KC WTD standards.
• Lead construction closeout activities and coordinate final project closeout.

Skills

Read and interpret drawings

Contract knowledge

QA/QC inspection

Clear communication

Team coordination

Conflict resolution

Driver's license

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering

Job description

Salary: $62.48 - $79.20 Hourly

Location: Multiple locations in King County, WA

Job Type: Career Service (Exec)

Job Number: 2026-27946

Department: DNRP-Natural Resources & Parks

Division: Wastewater Treatment

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit: W4 : TEA-WTD, DNRP-Staff

Full- or Part-Time: Full Time

Hours/Week: 40 hours/week

Summary

This posting is open to all qualified candidates.

About the Role

The Construction Management Unit in the WTD is seeking a Wastewater Construction Management IV - Project Representative to administer a variety of construction contracts including work order, design-bid-build (low bid/lump sum), general contractor/construction manager, and design build type contracts with ($10k-$100M+). This is an opportunity to do challenging work on a variety of construction projects that help to protect our environment.

About the Team

WTD protects public health and enhances the environment by collecting and treating wastewater while recycling valuable resources for the Puget Sound region. Population growth in the region and changing regulatory requirements coupled with aging infrastructure are resulting in an expansion of our capital construction programs. Over the next ten years, WTD will deliver several billion dollars’ worth of projects through a variety of contracting methods.

Join Our Team

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 Wastewater Construction Management IV - Project Representative, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity.

Job Duties

• Administer overall implementation phase effort on WTD capital improvement program construction DBB (low bid), work/job order and/or DB/GCCM contracts as Owner Representative.
• Coordinate and lead teams of matrixed CIP personnel including Operations and Maintenance, engineering, community relations, permitting, environmental, right-of-way/property, project control, administrative support, construction management and design consultant staff.
• Ensure compliance with plan and specification requirements, manages project elements (i.e., scopes, schedules, budget, risk, communication, etc.), and develops and implements Inspection team QA/QC responses including construction activity coordination, start-up/testing plans and training, acceptance and resolves project issues, as required.
• Manage construction disputes, change order management process and follows KC WTD standards for documents management control and filing.
• Lead and coordinate construction closeout and works with team on project closeout phase.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

• A bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or a related technical field OR the equivalent combination of education and experience and five (5) years of construction engineering / management experience, which includes 3 years of field inspection, is required.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications and provide constructive, relevant comments to project managers, engineers and consultants.
• Working knowledge of relevant construction laws, ordinances, County policy, and contract terms and conditions.
• Working knowledge of codes, standard plans and specifications, and quality control methods.
• Thorough knowledge of current acceptable construction methods, practices, materials and equipment.
• At least two years of experience in construction of wastewater or heavy industrial facilities.
• Demonstrated ability to inspect material and workmanship, to recognize construction deficiencies and omissions requiring corrective action.
• Experience working with contractors to ensure compliance with contract requirements, job quality, safety, and timeliness.
• Ability to determine contract entitlement and to negotiate changes in a timely manner.
• Ability to plan and organize the work of a construction management team (inspectors, project control engineers, administrative assistants, and consultants), ensuring that assigned work is properly conducted.
• Ability to resolve conflicts within the team and with the contractor, and to work with a diverse group of people; culturally, technically, personality, etc.
• Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing.
• Skill in the use of software for word-processing and data analysis necessary for work products.

Competencies You Bring

• Decision Quality: Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• 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.
• Manages Conflict: Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.
• Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

Required Licenses

• A valid Washington State Driver's License

It Would Be Great If You Also Bring

• Construction experience in operational industrial, water, and wastewater treatment facilities.
• Experience managing large, high profile, and technically and/or contractually complex public works construction contracts.
• Experience navigating construction claims/litigation.
• Additional experience in alternative construction delivery methods including progressive design build and/or GCCM.
• Construction experience in heavy civil construction or in operational wastewater treatment facilities.

Supplemental Information

Working Conditions

Work Location: The Construction Management team 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 North Satellite Office: 2500 W Jameson St, Seattle, WA 98199 or South Satellite Office: 1250 SW Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057.

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 covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible.

Union Representation: This position is represented by Technical Employees Association (TEA).