CAPITAL PROJECT MANAGER (ENGINEERING SUPERVISOR) - CAPITAL FACILITIES DIVISION

Kitsap County, WA•Port Orchard, WA

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About The Position

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.

Requirements

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Washington State, or actively securing Washington State comity, demonstrating your commitment to professional excellence and regulatory compliance.
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.
Minimum 2 years of supervisory or lead experience managing engineering teams, with demonstrated ability to set priorities, motivate staff, and drive project success.
Either 6+ years of relevant engineering experience working under a PE , or equivalent combination of education and professional licensure that demonstrates deep technical competency.
Proven ability to manage complex project portfolios, coordinate professional services, and deliver results within scope, schedule, and budget constraints.
Demonstrated experience in public presentations, technical testimony, and stakeholder engagement, with ability to translate complex engineering concepts for diverse audiences.
Understanding of professional services procurement, contract negotiation, and consultant management in the public sector environment.
Washington State Drivers License
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.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Construction Manager (CMAA) credentials that enhance your project delivery capabilities.
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
Certified Construction Manager from the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA).
Certification as a Project Management Professional

Responsibilities

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.
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.
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.
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.
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards

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