CSO Delivery Unit WCPM IV East Ship Canal

Job Description

Summary

This position is open to current KING COUNTY EMPLOYEES ONLY.

WTD is seeking an enthusiastic and collaborative Capital Project Manager IV to lead the University/ Montlake and other large and complex civil infrastructure projects. You will have the unique opportunity to work across many disciplines at the County and with external parties of interest. This opportunity is great for anyone looking for an organization that empowers continued learning, values work/life balance, and works to support thriving, resilient neighborhoods, and communities in the Puget Sound region.
About The Role
This position requires leadership of multi-discipline team including King County staff and consultants and collaboration with many different work units within WTD, and external partners, including Seattle Public Utilities, permitting and regulatory agencies and tribal partners. To be successful, you must be able to facilitate open dialogue with a wide variety of contributors, sometimes balancing conflicts, interests, and opinions. You will be navigating the complex technical and political challenges of building a large complex project in the City of Seattle with a regulatory driven schedule. The projects are likely to have technical elements related to tunnels, conveyance, storage tanks, pump stations, green stormwater infrastructure and stormwater treatment.

You will be expected to apply Project Management industry standards and practices in the areas of project planning, coordination, scope, budget, schedule management, monitoring and control, and reporting, as you lead diverse project teams composed of internal and consultant subject matter experts from various disciplines such as engineering, community relations, property acquisition, permitting, environmental impact, and operations and maintenance staff through the planning, design and construction of capital projects.
About The Team
The CSO project teams deliver CSO infrastructure projects along the entire project life cycle: planning, alternatives evaluation, approval of the project plan, design, construction, commissioning and close-out. The teams are made up of members of many different departments and disciplines, such as engineering, permitting, project (financial / schedule) control, environmental impact, community relations and real property.

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 a 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 .

Apply now for a rewarding career at the Wastewater Treatment Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks(DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits , and growth opportunities.

Job Duties

What You Will Be Doing:

• Provide overall team leadership of complex, high-risk wastewater capital new infrastructure projects from concept through final implementation that require preparation of plans, specifications, estimates and scopes of work for public bidding, request for proposal process and/or internal use.
• Lead and direct large, high-priority, high-risk capital projects, which require considerable resources and high levels of functional integration.
• Develop, implement and manage capital project scope of work, schedule, budget and contract requirements; execute plans for the design, procurement and construction phase of assigned projects.
• Write scopes of work for requests for proposals and contracts, negotiate contracts, coordination with the procurement department
• Support/lead negotiations with partners in the delivery effort.
• Represent WTD on internal and external communication and coordination efforts.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Qualifications You Bring:

• A bachelor’s degree in project/program management, engineering, environmental studies, construction management, business administration or closely related field OR a combination of education and experience.
• One to four years of work history of progressively responsible experience as a capital project manager responsible for design and construction and project delivery of large infrastructure projects.
• Project Management Institute certifications or demonstration of equivalent experience, and strong understanding of project management processes and knowledge areas as described by the Project Management Institute (PMI) Management Body of Knowledge and as demonstrated by past project examples.
• A strong understanding of engineering and construction management techniques and principles, contract administration principles, project scheduling and budget forecasting, demonstrated by past project examples.
• Experience building and leading high performing project teams that collaboratively work through project decisions.
• Skill in multi-mode communications to different audiences, ability to build partnerships, skill in conflict resolution, strategic and tactile problem solving, team building and leading project teams. Demonstrated experience presenting to Governance Boards. Advanced skills working with the public including diverse communities to maintain effective relationships. Skill and knowledge in handling politically sensitive issues, intergovernmental relations, and legislative process.
• Skill in managing a number of projects or programs concurrently

Competencies You Bring:

• Manages Complexity: Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Global Perspective: Taking a broad view when approaching issues, using a global lens.
• Strategic Mindset: Seeing ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies.
• Directs Work: Providing direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to get work done.
• Ensures Accountability: Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.

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:

• Experience managing projects containing wastewater utility, public works, infrastructure, buildings, mechanical systems, and asset replacement elements.
• Experience working with alternative public works contracting and delivery methods including design bid build, General Contractor Construction Manager (GCCM), and Progressive Design Build (PDB).
• Expert knowledge of contract administration and management of public works contract techniques and principles.
• Advanced conflict resolution and negotiation skills to facilitate the effective exchange of information, problem solving, and the ability to use collaborative processes to successfully execute projects. Ability to remain calm and focused while under periods of stress or conflict.
• Strong ability to continually assess and prioritize/reprioritize project tasks.
• The ability to handle periods of high workloads with strong business and project management acumen.
• The ability to handle ambiguity.

Supplemental Information

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 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

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)

• Panel interviews: Teams Online/Tentative dates October 5th week.

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.

If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, or you would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process, please contact Helen David at Hdavid@kingcounty.gov.

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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No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on sex, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religious affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age except by minimum age and retirement provisions, pregnancy, status as a family caregiver, parental status, marital status, military status or status as a veteran who was honorably discharged or who was discharged solely as a result of the person's sexual orientation or gender identity or expression, citizenship or immigration status, genetic information, or other protected class. However, to the extent that distinction or differential treatment on the basis of citizenship or immigration status is authorized by either federal or state law, regulation, or government contract, it is not an unfair practice.

Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

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:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what’s best for themselves and their eligible dependents
• 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: eligible King County employees may 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
• 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave
• Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness programs
• Onsite activity centers
• Employee Giving Program
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
• Training and career development programs

For additional information about employee benefits, visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page .

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.

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.

Closing Date/Time: 9/25/2026 11:59 PM Pacific