Wastewater Construction Management V
- Summary
Plan, organize and supervise the administration and inspection of major highly complex, high profile public works construction projects, ensure compliance with plans, specifications, code and relevant regulatory laws, and direct internal and external staff during construction. Provide inspection information to capital projects and conduct inspections of wastewater treatment and conveyance systems and other facilities. Provide technical assistance in the planning and design stages of wastewater construction projects.
Who is Eligible: This position is open to all qualified applicants. Applicants from this recruitment may be considered for other vacancies at multiple locations, as they occur.
Temporary Telecommuting Requirement
The work associated with this position will be performed remotely, at least through January 8, 2021 in compliance with King County’s telecommuting mandate. It is possible that the work will be primarily performed remotely on an ongoing basis after January 8, 2021. Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Employees must reside in WA state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. There will be situations where the employee is required to report to a County worksite. Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required by the department in alignment with the Public Health Directive from the Seattle & King County Public Health Officer.
To support employees during this time King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team. King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint.
Work Location: North Satellite Office - 2501 West Jameson Street, Seattle
Work Schedule: This position is exempt from the overtime provision of the Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) and is not overtime eligible. This full-time position works a 40-hour work week.
- Job Duties
The successful candidate will:
- Administer contracts and ensure compliance to requirements, contained in plans and specifications, for public works construction contracts.
- Plan, organize and supervise the inspection of wastewater capital construction projects. Develop and implement a QA/QC program for inspections of assigned projects. Coordination of scope, schedule, budget and priorities for all assigned construction projects.
- Direct the management and implementation of public works construction contracts, including low bid lump sum, job order and work order style construction contracts.
- Perform coordination efforts as required for all assigned construction project activities. Serve as the lead for facilitating communication with operations and maintenance (O&M) staff and coordinating construction work with the operations staff and other programs.
- Coordinate matrixed CIP team including engineering, facilities management, project control and administrative support.
- Lead, direct and provide guidance to County inspection staff on assigned projects.
- Review plans and specifications for specific projects to ensure compliance with established construction standards, applicable codes and regulations.
- Organize, plan and manage special inspections, installation and testing of equipment, systems, and instrumentation and controls.
- Ensure construction activities are in compliance with permits, easements, and right -of-entry agreements.
- Administer contract changes and resolve contract disputes. Oversee the preparation of contract changes, including revisions to specifications, drawings, schedule and cost.
- Review and approve contractor progress payments.
- Review contractor startup and operational testing plans and coordinate O&M training and facility operational testing.
- Serve as a liaison between the County, public agencies, property owners and the general public for assigned projects during construction.
- Collaborate and provide review and guidance during the preparation of contract specifications, drawings, scope, schedule, and budget.
The successful candidate will embody the following competencies:- Action Oriented - Enjoys working hard, is action oriented and full of energy for the things he/she sees as challenging, not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning, seized more opportunities than others
- Decision Quality - Makes good decisions based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment. Most of his/her solutions and suggestions turn out to be correct and accurate when judge over time. Sought out by others for advice and solutions.
- Peer Relationships - Can quickly find common ground and solve problems for the good of all, can represent his/her own interests and yet be fair to other groups, can solve problems with peers with a minimum of noise, is seen as a team player and is cooperative, easily gains trust and support of peers, encourages collaboration, can be candid with peers.
- Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
The ideal candidate should have:
- A bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or a related technical field OR the equivalent combination of education and experience and seven (7) years of construction engineering / management experience, which includes field inspection and at least five (5) years administering construction projects and leading assigned staff involved in the administration, and inspection of construction contracts, is required.
- Experience administering/managing high profile and highly complex or risky contracts of at least $30M in value for at least four (4) years.
- Experience managing large, high profile, and technically and/or contractually complex public works construction contracts.
- Experience navigating construction claims/litigation.
The most competitive candidates will possess:- Construction experience in operational industrial, water, and wastewater treatment facilities.
- 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.
Necessary Special Requirements:- 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 five (5) 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.
- Ability to work with a diverse group of people; culturally, technically background, 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.
- Training in industrial first aid and confined space entry (or obtain within six months).
License/Certification: A valid Washington State driver's license.- The successful candidate will need to provide a complete 5-year driving abstract prior to a final job offer.
Physical Requirements: Some physical skill and effort is required during site visits.- Supplemental Information
Application and Selection Process: Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness including online application, cover letter and resume, and responsiveness to the list of qualifications, skills, and abilities. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews. Applications without the following required materials may not be considered for this position.
- King County application
- Resume
- Cover Letter detailing your background and what you can bring to this position
Union Representation: This position is represented by the Technical Employee's Association (TEA).
For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:
Rodney O. Dungo
Human Resource Analyst
rdungo@kingcounty.gov
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To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact your recruiter listed on this job announcement.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: King County employees are eligible to participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 10 paid holidays each year (plus 2 personal holidays)
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental leave, family and medical leaves, and volunteer leave
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite gyms and activity centers
- Employee giving program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
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01Are you applying to this position as a Priority Placement Program Participant And Is this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff AND Do you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?
- Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my role at King County AND I am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. AND The position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one.
- No.
02If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided: 1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice 2. The department you worked in 3. The effective date of your layoff03Did you attach a resume and cover letter?- Yes
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04Please concisely and clearly summarize how you meet the qualifications listed in the above required competencies.05This announcement may be used to fill other positions in the future. Please check all offices in which you would be willing to report to. (Note: At times, this position may report to temporary construction offices located throughout King County's Wastewater Treatment Division's service area, depending on project needs and which of the offices the successful candidates will report to.)- South Satellite Office - 1200 Monster Road SW, Renton
- North Satellite Office - 2501 West Jameson Street, Seattle
- East Satellite Office - 22505 SR 9 SE, Woodinville
06I certify that the statements made by me on the application and supplemental questions are, to the best of my knowledge, true, complete and correct. I understand that any misrepresentation or material omission of fact on this or any other document required by King County may constitute grounds for rejection, or if employed by King County, for disciplinary measures, including dismissal.- Yes
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