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POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is a national leader and innovator in the services and programs we provide to our residents who enjoy our public spaces such as parks, community centers, specialty gardens and swimming pools. Our mission is providing welcoming and safe opportunities to play, learn, contemplate and build community and promote responsible stewardship of the land. We promote healthy people, a healthy environment and strong communities. We strive to deliver excellent customer service to each visitor and participant. SPR is also deeply committed to advancing the City of Seattle's Race and Social Justice Initiative (RSJI) by working to end institutional and structural racism.
The Planning and Development Division (PDD) provides long range planning, technical design and construction oversight for Parks Department major maintenance and development projects. PDD is comprised of project managers, engineers, landscape architects, planners and administrative staff. The Capital Projects Coordinator (also referred to as project manager) is a key member of PDD's Project Development Group.
As part of a team of project managers within the PDD, the project manager typically takes the lead and coordinates with all other PDD team members, other SPR divisions, government entities, and community members and/or non-City partners. The project manager is responsible for delivering projects within scope, within budget and on schedule.
This position will be working to meet project deliverables defined by the Seattle Park District. More info available here: https://www.seattle.gov/seattle-park-district
This position is a Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) position that will last up to 3 years of full time service and will help to fulfill division goals. There will be up to 3 positions available and one will focus on ADA compliance projects.
If you are interested in applying, please complete the online application detailing your experience and qualification for this position. Please be sure to list any licenses and certifications that you possess, along with any trainings you've completed.
Your application materials will be screened based on the ability to demonstrate experience necessary to meet the Minimum Qualifications for this position. Top candidates will possess most or all of the Desired Qualifications. Please review the information below carefully.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinate the planning, design and construction processes for capital improvement projects for Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities. Projects are of moderate size and scope and are overseen from initial phases through completion.
Project teams are assigned at the start of a project. Participate in the early planning process and work towards building a strong team that will contribute at varying degrees throughout the duration of the project.
Manage multiple projects at once in various phases of the process.
Be responsible for adherence to approved scope of work, prepare and update working budgets and prepare and update schedules for all assigned projects.
Negotiate, prepare and administer consultant contracts. Coordinate design reviews, environmental reviews, and facilitate the permitting process. Coordinate bidding and contract awards, supervise construction and monitor project closeout.
Ensure that objectives are met and projects are constructed to Parks Department standards.
Serve as the departmental representative with other City departments, outside agencies, special interest groups, and the public to achieve project goals and meet City, State and Federal regulations.
Projects can be highly visible community projects and have a large variety of vocal stakeholders with individual political, economic, and neighborhood agendas. Be responsive to requests for information, project updates, and listen to all voices. Respond to the public in a timely manner and notify project team and managers of any potential conflict or opportunity.
Work with the Public Information Officer to execute the public outreach process, incorporate Race and Social Justice Initiatives, update websites, and inform constituents.
Working knowledge of engineering and architectural design principles, practices and procedures, estimating techniques and project accounting, construction methods and the principles, methods and practices of project management are the basis of the position.
Exhibit these attributes in your daily work and hold the design team accountable within their areas of expertise
Additionally:
Processes are controlled through project management based software (EBuilder) and MS Office software.
Guidelines available include laws, rules, regulations and codes applicable to public works construction and general construction industry standards and practices.
Judgment is exercised in scheduling and coordinating activities between various parties, planning and developing projects, and negotiating contracts and schedules.
Strong teamwork is necessary to accomplish tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
Self motivation and the ability to seek information on one's own is an important attribute along with a positive attitude.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required Qualifications:
A Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent related field (or a combination of education and/or training and/or EQUIVALENT EQUAL EXPERIENCE which provides a background required to perform the work of the class).
Three years of capital project or construction management or related experience.
A minimum of three years of computer usage resulting in competent skills in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Current Washington State Driver's License or evidence of equivalent mobility.
Desired Qualifications:
Three years of computer use, resulting in competent skills in Adobe products, MS products, project management software and the ability to adapt quickly to the use of project management-based software for construction management coordination with contractors, design teams, and internal teams.
A professional license in one of the disciplines mentioned above.
Three years of construction management experience with a variety of public works projects in a governmental setting.
Experience in planning, design and/or project management of public capital projects that have included new projects as well as renovation or retrofit projects, design review, and construction.
Strong familiarity with construction methods and contracting.
Strong familiarity with the American's with Disabilities Act and knowledge of how it applies to project design and construction.
A proactive approach to problem solving and the ability to work independently.
Ability to handle a variety of demands and tasks and the flexibility to juggle multiple tasks while working in a fast paced environment.
Proficiency in use of social media outlets, adobe programs, and Microsoft Project.
Ability to communicate and work effectively within a multicultural workforce and serve a diverse customer base.
A positive attitude and enjoyment of working in a team oriented atmosphere.
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
Most work is performed in a normal City work/office environment.
Field assignments entail exposure to all types of weather and hazardous construction sites.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Job offers are contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment physical (must be able to lift, carry, move or handle up to 50 pounds on a regular basis), a review of criminal history, driving record and reference checks. In compliance with Seattle's Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17 applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.
SPR's Core Competencies are:
Accountability & Action: Holding yourself accountable for achieving goals, completing tasks, and delivering quality work. Demonstrating thoughtful initiative in actions and decision-making, and promoting high quality standards.
Equity and Inclusion: Supporting the goals of the Race and Social Justice Initiative and the City's commitment to workforce equity.
Communication: Sharing and exchanging information and ideas with people in a variety of ways to help them understand and remember the information.
Service: An ongoing commitment to base decisions and actions on the needs and priorities of the City.
Teamwork: Participating as an engaged member of a team to achieve group goals. Effectively working with internal and external people to complete tasks and achieve work group goals.
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