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  • CAPITAL PROJECT MANAGER (ENGINEERING SUPERVISOR) - CAPITAL FACILITIES DIVISION

    Port Orchard, Washington United States Kitsap County, WA Full Time $110,460.38 - $141,314.52 Annually May 24, 2025
    KITSAP COUNTY Employer:

    Kitsap County, WA

    Kitsap County employs over 1100 employees in jobs that allow employees to make their mark and make a difference in their local community.  The County strives to provide effective and efficient services by continually assessing its purpose, promoting and rewarding innovation and fostering employee development.  Kitsap's Human Resources team provides the employee programs and benefits to keep Kitsap a great place to work. ​- Nancy Buonanno Grennan, Human Resources Director Our Mission ​Human Resources recruits talented, career-minded leaders; supports employee development; builds trust; celebrates teamwork; works with integrity and clear communication. Our Vision  If we are successful, Kitsap County will be a trusting & competitive organization that employs and develops the most effective, professional & friendly staff available. Our Values We make decisions out of a sense of fairness & we will remember the "Human" part of HR.We focus on the needs of our customers & work to earn their trust.We do the right thing, no matter who is involved.We are relentlessly positive.  

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    Job Description

    OVERVIEW

    GROUNDBREAKING OPPORTUNITY: BE PART OF SOMETHING NEW FROM DAY ONE!

    We're building something —a brand new Capital Facilities Division within our Public Works Department! This is about creating something from the ground up that will shape our community's infrastructure for decades to come.

    As the Captital Project Manager, you will:
    • Drive transformative infrastructure projects from concept to completion, serving as the technical expert and strategic leader for complex capital projects that enhance community infrastructure and improve residents' daily lives.
    • Exercise exceptional professional autonomy with considerable latitude for independent judgment in developing procedures, systems, and priorities while managing project scope, schedule, and budget for high-impact county initiatives.
    • Lead cross-functional engineering excellence by acting as the go-to technical resource for engineers and technicians on complex projects, while overseeing both internal teams and external professional service contracts.
    • Navigate complex political and technical landscapes, providing expert analysis on sensitive issues while presenting technical testimony and progress reports to elected officials, community groups, and the Board of County Commissioners.
    • Shape procurement and contracting strategy by preparing RFQs, RFPs, and bid solicitations, negotiating contracts with consultants, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local contracting requirements.
    • Build and mentor high-performing engineering teams through direct supervision while establishing performance standards and participating in strategic hiring decisions that will define the future of county engineering services.

    What you bring:
    • Professional Engineering Credentials: Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Washington State, or actively securing Washington State comity, demonstrating your commitment to professional excellence and regulatory compliance.
    • Educational Excellence: Bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, chemical, electrical engineering, or related field from an accredited institution, with preference for master’s degree in engineering disciplines.
    • Proven Leadership Experience: Minimum 2 years of supervisory or lead experience managing engineering teams, with demonstrated ability to set priorities, motivate staff, and drive project success.
    • Comprehensive Engineering Background: Either 6+ years of relevant engineering experience working under a PE , or equivalent combination of education and professional licensure that demonstrates deep technical competency.
    • Project Management Expertise: Proven ability to manage complex project portfolios, coordinate professional services, and deliver results within scope, schedule, and budget constraints.
    • Advanced Communication Skills: Demonstrated experience in public presentations, technical testimony, and stakeholder engagement, with ability to translate complex engineering concepts for diverse audiences.
    • Strategic Procurement Experience: Understanding of professional services procurement, contract negotiation, and consultant management in the public sector environment.
    • Preferred Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Construction Manager (CMAA) credentials that enhance your project delivery capabilities.

    *Engineering means the "practice of engineering" as defined in RCW 18.43.020.

    JOB SUMMARY

    Manages and performs a variety of advanced professional engineering assignments in the project management, design and development of County infrastructure improvements, requiring advanced expertise in a specialized area of engineering or in multiple engineering-related functions. The incumbent acts as a resource to engineers and technicians on complex projects and manages or oversees projects, project components, and professional contracts. Work assignments are received with little technical instruction and require the selection of course of action and resolution of complex or unique problems with considerable latitude for independent judgment to develop procedures, systems and establish priorities working within the frameworks of established administrative guidelines.

    JOB FUNCTIONS

    Essential Function

    % TIME

    Manages the scope, schedule, and budget for assigned capital projects; develops and executes project strategy; oversee and supervise the preparation, review and approval of design and contract documents. Act as the technical expert for multiple programs, projects and/or management. Provide technical expertise in the evaluation and analysis of complex, sensitive and political issues.

    60%

    Oversee contracted professional services related to projects; Prepares RFQs, RFPs and bid solicitations as required to procure consultants and contractors; negotiates and manages contracts with selected consultants; reviews and approves reports and studies prepared by consultants; and assures compliance with federal, state, and local laws related to contracting with consultants.

    20%

    Supervises assigned staff including setting work priorities, procedures, planning, organizing, assigning, advising, assisting, motivating and training as necessary. Evaluates the work of assigned staff, establishes standards of performance, and participates in the selection of new employees, including making recommendations regarding hiring, discipline, transfer and termination.

    10%

    Attends public meetings and hearings on assigned capital projects. Manages, coordinates, and prepares applicable maps, exhibits, drawings, charts, and graphs and provide technical testimony as required. Prepares and makes public presentations of oral and visual reports to committees, community groups, special interest groups, elected officials, and the Board of County Commissioners to explain and present progress on assigned capital projects.

    10%

    Required for All Jobs

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    Performs other duties as assigned

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    Complies with all policies and standards

    This Job is Essential

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    QUALIFICATIONS

    Education

    Education Level

    Education Details

    Required/
    Preferred

    Bachelor's Degree

    In civil, mechanical, chemical or electrical engineering, or closely related field from a college, university or school accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education

    Required

    and

    Master's Degree

    In civil, mechanical, chemical or electrical engineering, or closely related field from a college, university or school accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education

    Preferred

    Work Experience

    Experience

    Experience Details

    Required/
    Preferred

    2 years

    Supervisory experience,

    Required

    and

    6 years

    six years relevant engineering experience.

    Required

    Licenses/Certification

    Time Frame

    Required/
    Preferred

    Washington State Drivers License

    Upon Hire

    Required

    Registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in Washington State. (Required without a Bachelors Degree)

    Required

    Certified Construction Manager from the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA).

    Preferred

    Certification as a Project Management Professional

    Preferred

    Does not operate County-owned vehicles.

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

    Appear for scheduled work and complete assigned tasks within a reasonable period of time.

    Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others using tact, courtesy and good judgment.

    Maintain confidentiality and adhere to policy and procedures of the county and department.

    Communicate effectively orally and in writing.

    Utilize various computer applications specific to the department including databases, word processing, document imaging, spreadsheets, and web-based systems for entering, retrieving and researching data and records.

    Physically perform assigned duties and essential functions of the position.

    Principles and practices of vertical and horizontal construction including both CSI and WSDOT standard specifications

    Appear for scheduled work with regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.

    Ability to work independently

    Knowledge of Federal, state and local laws, standards and regulations governing engineering projects.

    Skilled in project management.

    Ability to create, read and interpret engineering plans, maps, blueprints, schematics, plans and specifications.

    Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

    Ability to work in a team environment, under pressure, in a demanding, and fast-paced operation

    Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff, the citizens and representatives of other agencies.

    Communicate Effectively, orally and in writing.

    Verification Requirement

    Kitsap County requires verification of education, certification and/or experience. The following is a breakdown of the verification requirement:

    •Certification: A copy of the Professional Engineer License or Professional Land Surveyor License.

    •Certification and experience: A copy of the Engineer in Training Certification (Land Surveyor in Training for Survey positions), and complete a verification form and submit it during the application process. The form includes verification of the work performed under the direct supervision of the Professional Engineer, Professional Engineer signature and PE stamp/seal or a copy of their current license; or

    •Education and experience: Official Transcripts from an ABET Accredited School of Engineering and complete a verification form and submit it during the application process. The form includes verification of the work performed under the direct supervision of the Professional Engineer, Professional Engineer signature and PE stamp/seal or a copy of their current license.

    OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION

    • Who May Apply: This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills.
    • This position is classified as exempt from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
    • This position is non-represented and covered under the Kitsap County Personnel Manual. Internal applicants should be aware that a change in union status or bargaining unit may impact your benefits and accruals. Please contact Human Resources if you have questions.
    • Driving Requirements
      • The successful incumbent must meet the driving requirements of this position and submit a copy of the current driving record/abstract (from state of residency) to review for eligibility to drive for Kitsap County prior to employment. The successful incumbent must obtain a valid Washington State Driver's License prior to hire and maintain a satisfactory driving record as outlined in the Kitsap County Vehicle Use Policy. This position is categorized as:
        • Category 1: operates County-owned vehicle, and
        • Category 2: Driver may operate a personal vehicle as an essential function for official County business. Any employee using a personal vehicle on official County business shall be required to maintain auto liability insurance, in addition to having a valid driver's license.
    • Prior to employment, the successful candidate must:
      • Submit official transcripts from an accredited college or university or business school, if education is being used to meet the minimum qualifications.
      • Pass all job-related examinations/tests necessary to demonstrate required knowledge, skills and abilities, as determined by the hiring authority at time of job posting.
      • Authorize and complete a criminal background check. Information received is reviewed on a case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove a candidate from consideration.
    • Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office.
    • Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the application materials submitted. Per RCW 42.56.250, all applications for public employment, including the names of applicants, resumes, and other related materials submitted with respect to an applicant are exempt from public inspection.
    • This recruitment is being used to fill an existing open position, and may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months.
    • Flexible hours are available, as approved by management.

    This position is open until filled. The first review for this position in scheduled for the week of June 9, 2025. This position will be reviewed weekly after June 9, 2025.

    At Kitsap County, we strive to take care of our team! Our employees are the greatest asset of Kitsap County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees.

    County Paid Benefits Include:
    Medical - Kaiser Permanente (HMO) or Aetna (PPO)
    Dental - Delta Dental or Willamette
    Vision - VSP
    Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
    Life Insurance - Basic, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Voluntary Term Life Insurance (VTL)
    Disability - Short-term disability & Long-term disability
    Voya Voluntary Insurance
    Transportation incentives
    Employee Assistance Program
    Travel Assistance Program
    Wellness program
    Benefits become effective on the first calendar day of the month following the month in which the employee is hired except if the employee's hire date is the first calendar day of the month, benefits begin on the day of hire. More information about employee benefits is available on the county's website at: https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Benefits.aspx or the Kitsap County Digital Benefits Guide .

    *Voluntary benefit options also available at the employee's expense

    Retirement:
    Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security.

    Deferred Compensation (IRS Plan 457b): tax-deferred savings program

    Holidays
    11 paid holidays and 2 additional floating holiday per year. One additional floating holiday after 10 years of service.

    Vacation Leave
    New employees are credited with 48 hours of annual leave upon hire and will be begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 360 hours from one calendar year to the next. Annual leave accrual will increase upon tenure, as follows:

    Upon completion of 2 years: 15 days per year (10.00 hours per month)
    Upon completion of 5 years: 20 days per year (13.33 hours per month)
    Upon completion of 10 years: 25 days per year (16.67 hours per month)

    Sick Leave
    All new hires will be credited with 48 hours of sick leave upon hire and will begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 1200 hours from one calendar year to the next.

    ***Part-time employees benefit contributions and leave accruals will be prorated***

    Current County Employees
    If you are transferring or promoting into this position you are responsible for reviewing these benefit changes; prior to accepting a position. In addition, it is your responsibility to notify the Auditor's Payroll Division of a change in union status.

    NOTE: This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Kitsap County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts or is incorrect with the provisions of the Personnel Manual, applicable laws, policies, rules or official plan documents they will prevail. The Personnel Manual is available at: https://www.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Personnel-Manual-2019.aspx
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What is a Project Management Professional?

A project management professional is a certified expert in managing projects from initiation to completion. These professionals possess the skills, knowledge, and experience to lead projects and teams to achieve specific objectives. Project management professionals are highly sought across multiple industries, including government, IT, finance, and construction.

They are responsible for planning, organizing, and controlling resources to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards. With the demand for skilled project managers rising, this profession offers job security and ample opportunities for career growth.

 

Benefits of Working in Government Project Management

  • Inclusive work environment: Government project managers work in environments that promote diversity and encourage collaboration.
  • National security: Many projects in the government sector directly contribute to the nation’s security and welfare.
  • Training and development programs: Government jobs often provide access to extensive professional development programs to enhance skills and knowledge.
  • Career advancement: Opportunities to work on high-profile projects can lead to promotions and long-term career growth.
  • Job stability: Government jobs offer long-term employment stability, allowing project managers to focus on their professional growth.
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  • Comprehensive benefits packages: Government employees typically enjoy benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave, making these jobs highly desirable. Many government agencies also provide additional perks like tuition reimbursement for ongoing education, supporting further development in project management.
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    Types of Government Project Manager Jobs

    • Assistant Vice President: This role oversees project management operations and provides strategic project direction.
    • Project Manager: Manages the execution of projects from start to finish, ensuring deadlines, budget, and quality standards are met.
    • Senior Project Manager: Leads multiple projects and guides junior project managers.
    • Project Coordinator: Assists project managers with scheduling, budgeting, and other administrative tasks.
    • Program Manager: Oversees large-scale projects and ensures alignment with the organization’s goals.
     

    Key Skills for Government Project Managers

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    • Communication: Strong interpersonal and written communication skills to work with stakeholders, team members, and clients.
    • Planning: Ability to develop project plans that outline goals, timelines, and resources.
    • Project management knowledge: Understanding Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies.
    • Project management tools: Proficiency in MS Project, Asana, or Trello tools.
    • Problem-solving: Ability to identify risks and implement effective solutions to keep projects on track.

    In addition to these skills, government project managers must be adaptable and able to navigate the unique challenges posed by working in the public sector. This includes managing complex regulations, working with diverse teams, and ensuring transparency and accountability at every project stage.

     

    Education and Certification Requirements

    • Bachelor’s degree in project management, business, or a related field.
    • Certification such as Project Management Professional (PMP) or Agile.
    • A Master’s degree is often preferred for senior roles.
    • Continuous professional development to stay current on project management trends and best practices.
     

    Government Agencies Hiring Project Managers

    1. Department of Defense (DoD)
    2. NASA
    3. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
    4. General Services Administration (GSA)
    5. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

    Many other federal and state agencies also hire project managers, offering a broad range of various opportunities across various sectors. Whether you’re interested in infrastructure, healthcare, or environmental projects, government roles are available in nearly every field.

     

    Job Responsibilities and Duties

    • Lead projects by developing plans, managing teams, and coordinating with stakeholders.
    • Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the desired quality standard.
    • Use project management tools to monitor progress and generate reports.
    • Collaborate with stakeholders to manage expectations and deliver projects successfully.
    • Conduct regular risk assessments to ensure that potential issues are identified early and addressed promptly.
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    Government project managers are also responsible for ensuring that projects comply with regulations and policies specific to their department or agency, adding a layer of responsibility.

     

    Work Environment and Conditions

    • Work primarily occurs in an office setting, though occasional travel to project sites may be required.
    • Team collaboration in a fast-paced environment is essential.
    • Utilize project management tools to monitor and execute tasks.
    • Participate in training programs to continuously upgrade skills.
     

    Salary and Benefits

    • Competitive salary depending on experience and location.
    • Comprehensive benefits packages, including health insurance and paid time off.
    • Access to ongoing training and career advancement opportunities.
    • An inclusive work environment that values collaboration.
    • Government project managers often benefit from pension plans or other retirement schemes, ensuring long-term financial stability after their careers.

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    Career Advancement Opportunities

    • Opportunities to work on high-profile projects that can accelerate career growth.
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    • Collaboration with senior stakeholders and leadership, creating opportunities for promotions or lateral career moves.
    • Networking opportunities with professionals across different government sectors, opening doors to new and exciting projects in the future.
     

    Managing Financial Data in Government Projects

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    • Develop project budgets and manage expenses.
    • Use financial data to guide decision-making processes.
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    • Collaborate with financial managers to ensure accurate reporting and cost control.
    • Perform cost-benefit analysis to ensure public funds are utilized efficiently and effectively.
     

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    4. Follow-up: Consider sending an email message or call to confirm your application status after submission.
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    Project Management Tools and Software

    • MS Project: Widely used for planning and managing projects.
    • Asana: Helps manage tasks, timelines, and team workflows.
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    Professional Development and Training

    • Project Management Institute (PMI): Offers training, certifications, and industry resources.
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