Position Description

Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is seeking a talented and motivated professional to work as a TERM LIMITED TEMPORARY (TLT) Senior Capital Projects Coordinator. This exciting project management position will join the Solid Waste Capital Planning and Operations Support Team. This role will deliver projects to improve and build critical infrastructure at the City of Seattle's Solid Waste facilities and closed landfills. If you are interested in becoming a Senior Capital Projects Coordinator and interested in progressing your career, we want to hear from you!

This Term Limited Temporary (TLT) opportunity is expected to last nearly 3-years and is a fully benefitted temporary assignment.

About Seattle Public Utilities: Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and garbage/recycling/compost. SPU also provides drinking water for 1.5 million customers in the region. SPU's work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1,400 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations.

For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), checkout the:

• SPU Website
• SPU Workplace Expectations (Download PDF reader)
• Strategic Business Plan

SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities.

Job Responsibilities

Primary TLT Senior Capital Projects Coordinator Job Responsibilities:

• Manage various Solid Waste Line of Business (SWLOB) capital projects from initiation through options analysis. This includes development of problem or opportunity statements, cost estimates, seeking approval for funding, coordinating and facilitating meetings, and procurement of consultants through City of Seattle contract processes. Responsible for keeping projects on time, within budget, and consistent with the SWLOB policies.
• Analyze project needs, identify problems, and develop solutions that consider financial, social, and environmental factors.
• Develop and present clear technical documents, proposals, and presentations.
• Support capital projects through design, contracting, and construction as the LOB Representative.
• Approve scope and funding additions.
• Provide design review input from the SWLOB's perspective.
• Review various contractor submittals, RFIs, and assist in negotiating change orders.
• Collaborate and coordinate with various internal and external stakeholders including the Project Delivery and Engineering Branch, Finance, Solid Waste Operations, SDOT, WSDOT, consultants, members of the community, contractors, and regulatory agencies (Washington Department of Ecology, King County industrial Waste, King County Public Health, etc.) to ensure successful project delivery.
• Support operational needs by assisting in identifying aging infrastructure and major maintenance gaps that require capital funding or new contracts.
• Assist in the scoping and bid process for new SWLOB vendor contracts or the renewal of City-side blanket contracts heavily used by the SWLOB.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

Experience: Four (4) years of project or construction management or related experience.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Business Administration, Urban Planning, or similar fields of study.

Combinations of appropriate education, training, certification, and experience(s) will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability.

Desired Qualifications:

• Familiarity with industrial facility drainage permitting including Washington State Department of Ecology Industrial Stormwater General Permit and King County Industrial Waste
• Familiarity with solid waste and environmental regulations related to transfer station facilities, moderate-risk waste facilities, recycling facilities and closed landfills
• Documented experience of capital project lifecycles from planning phases, engineering design, construction, and closeout
• Experience in cross-functional teams or matrixed organizations where coordination with various stakeholders was required
• Ability to read and interpret engineering design documents including plans, specifications, and engineering reports
• Familiarity with public works contracting and government procurement processes

Additional Information

How to Apply:

In addition to fully completing the online application, we require candidates to attach a current resume, and cover letter describing your work experience(s) and how that makes you a good candidate for this temporary role.

The full salary range for this position is $61.94 per hour - $72.26 per hour.

Workplace Environment (*Telework Expectation):

This position is a hybrid schedule between 2 days at home and 3 days in-office, and specific schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor.

Who may apply:

The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and covered family-members/most employees-plans

If you have any questions, please contact Heather Baldwin-Stewart at Heather.Baldwin-Stewart@seattle.gov.