Wastewater Construction Manager II

Nigel Wright Consultancy Ltd (UK); Black River Junction (WA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Healthcare

Job summary

King County is hiring a Wastewater Construction Manager II to inspect, test, monitor, and maintain conveyance facilities, including 400+ miles of pipelines. The role supports multiple county groups and collaborates with private industry.

The position offers King County benefits and requires hybrid work with an onsite primary location at the South Treatment Plant, Renton, WA. Applicants must reside in WA and engage in field and office tasks.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of HS2 inspections and monitoring.
• Demonstrated experience in using spreadsheets for tracking and planning purposes.
• Ability to read, understand and interpret schedules, drawings, specifications, and data reports.
• Ability to perform work accurately with strong safety and quality awareness.
• Knowledge of Cathodic Protection systems.
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve and handle shifting priorities.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; multitask effectively.
• Proficient with computers and standard software.

Responsibilities

• Support Sewer System Inspection, Cleaning and Repair programs including inspections, cleaning, and documenting daily site visits.
• Inspect and repair Maintenance Holes; manage MH related documentation and data folders.
• Perform H2S corrosion inspections and collect samples for analysis; update SOPs and maintain equipment.
• Assist with External Cathodic Protection program, update CP assets in databases, support SOP updates.

Skills

HS2 inspections

Spreadsheets

Reading schedules/drawings

Safety & quality awareness

Cathodic Protection knowledge

Problem solving

Teamwork & independent work

Computers & apps

Tools

GIS

CCTV inspections

Sonar equipment

Job description

This position is open to the general public and King County Employees.

The position presents new challenges and the opportunity to work on a variety of different projects (both sewer and non-sewer related). The position provides greater insight into urban infrastructure, planning, and development. The position offers King County Benefits, including pension and healthcare.

This opening joins a fantastic team and collaboration with private industry and multiple King County groups (King Engineering, Operations, Permitting, Real Property, KC Industrial Waste, and KC Parks)

About The Role

King County Wastewater Treatment Division’s (WTD) Conveyance Inspection Unit has an exciting opportunity for a Wastewater Construction Manager II (WCM II) to be part of the team that inspects, tests, monitors, and maintains conveyance facilities including over 400 miles of pipelines and provides essential asset data and technical support to King County’s wastewater programs.

About The Team

King County is committed to equity and diversity in the workplace. In addition, the county is committed to recruiting and maintaining a quality workforce that shares our guiding principles: collaborative, service-oriented, results-focused, accountable, innovative, professional, fair and just. The conveyance inspection unit embodies these values and is a great team to work for enabling its team members to utilize their skills and free thinking to solve problems.

About WTD

Join our team dedicated to ensuring clean water for generations to come! With over 700 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.

The King County WTD protects public health and the environment of the central Puget Sound region by collecting and treating wastewater, while recovering valuable resources that would otherwise be lost. We manage vital infrastructure that contributes to the region’s economic development and provide services to 18 cities, 15 local sewer districts, the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe, and nearly two million residents across a 424-square-mile area in King, Snohomish, and Pierce counties. We enforce regulations to reduce harmful waste discharge and actively educate the public and businesses on water quality protection. 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:

• Support Sewer System Inspection, Cleaning and Repair Program: perform general sewer inspections and diagnoses for pipelines, tunnels and siphons; perform sewer cleaning and repair activities as necessary, based on inspections and on‑call situations; assess rock box conditions; oversee cleaning and repair projects with contractors, assess and repair maintenance hole frame and covers; track and report daily site visits, condition assessments and cleaning activities including debris removal; respond to emergencies with other staff to assess conditions and report out, repair and replace CP stations. Support use of the sonar equipment and CCTV inspections. During emergencies, assist in conducting inspections to determine the extent of damage to King County owned facilities, equipment, and assets and prepare reports with repair and/or replacement recommendations.
• Maintenance Hole Inspection and Repair: Locate Maintenance Holes (MH) and other related assets for inspection and testing using maps, engineering and other drawing reviews, and GIS and other mapping applications. Assess and repair MHs and operate construction equipment. Track and document daily site visits and organize H2S, CP, and Hazmat inspection program folders as well as spreadsheets for easy access and use.
• H2S Inspection, Testing and Monitoring Program: perform H2S corrosion inspections and collect grab samples for H2S, dissolved Sulfite, dissolved Oxygen, Nitrate/Nitrite, and PH level and temperature measurements and analysis throughout the WTD conveyance system. Review and perform trend QA/QC and analysis of data. Assist in updating SOPs and maintain and calibrate field monitoring and testing equipment per recommended schedule or as needed. Assist in maintaining existing and/or new data management system(s) to better manage, understand, and trend existing and future H2S sampling data.
• Support the External Corrosion (Cathodic Protection) Program: perform map and engineering drawing reviews, and field locating, visual inspections and testing of CP systems; Update location pictures and related information, and coordinate with GIS and Asset Management groups to document identified CP assets in databases; assist with updating Specifications and Program Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs); assist with in‑house repair of failed CP systems; Perform QA/QC of data and maintain and calibrate field monitoring and testing equipment per recommended schedule or as needed.

Qualifications You Bring:

• Knowledge of HS2 inspections and monitoring.
• Demonstrated experience in using spreadsheets for tracking and planning purposes.
• Ability to read, understand and interpret a variety of schedules, drawings, specifications, and data reports; Skill in reviewing and compiling data, developing reports.
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly, with strong skills in safety and quality awareness.
• Knowledge of Cathodic Protection systems.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively problem solve, be flexible under shifting priorities and tight timelines, and apply good judgment and initiative.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to work on several projects/tasks simultaneously and complete projects/tasks within specified deadlines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team as well as independently.
• Proficiency using computers and applications.
• Ability to adhere to and assist in developing standard Operating procedures (SOPs).

Competencies You Bring:

• Customer Focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer‑centric solutions.
• Decision Quality: Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Strategic Mindset: Seeing ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies.
• Plans and Aligns: Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
• 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, and a complete Washington State 5‑year Driving Abstract from the Dept. of Licensing (to be provided before a final offer).

It Would Be Great if You Also Bring:

• Knowledge of King County Wastewater Treatment Division Conveyance system.
• Past experience operating a sewer cleaning truck.
• Knowledge of CCTV sewer inspection.

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 the South Treatment Plant at 1200 Monster Rd SW, Renton, WA 98057, USA. 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 non‑exempt from the overtime provision of the Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed mainly in the field at wastewater treatment facilities of various types throughout King County. These sites may not be served by public transit. There will be frequent entry into hazardous confined spaces to perform work that may require the individual to work bent over while walking through small pipelines or other confined spaces. Inspection work requires entry into live sewer pipelines and structures. Live sewer pipelines and structures contain domestic, commercial, and industrial waste including medical waste and a variety of industrial solvents. Exposure to raw sewage, blood borne pathogens, potentially hazardous chemicals, street traffic and electrical installations is part of the normal working condition. Unusual hazards, including explosive gases, toxic gases, and infectious, disease‑producing micro‑organisms may be present. Extensive driving is also required, and a vehicle is assigned to the position. Work pressure, disturbances of workflow and/or irregularities in work schedule is expected to occur.

Union Representation

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

Physical Requirements

• The position requires lifting and carrying material and equipment, and occasional lifting of items weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Working in confined spaces and live sewer pipelines may require walking in a bent over position for long distances.
• Capable and willing to use personal safety equipment such as respirators and self‑contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), if required.

Application Instructions

We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews.

Anticipated Timeline for this recruitment: (subject to change)

• Technical Screening - (tentative) 10/19 - 10/22
• Interviews - 10/27 - 10/29

To apply, submit a:

• Complete Application
• Cover Letter

Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.

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Application Process

If you are interested in pursuing this position and supporting King County’s vision for unified, equitable, and high‑performing government, please follow the application instructions carefully. Provide us with your work history as applicable, ensuring that you provide details that highlight your ability to fulfill the requirements for this position.

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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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