Construction Project Manager 3

Pierce County•Tacoma, WA

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Construction Project Manager 3 will work in a hybrid environment appropriate to ongoing activities and duties, including in the field, office, or remote. A telework agreement will be developed upon start to outline specifics. This is a unique, fast-paced environment that provides unique challenges and problems to solve on a day-to-day basis. Construction Project Managers work in the field and office with a mixture of independent work while leading or contributing to a team with a variety of internal and external stakeholders to get a project completed. There is a positive work environment that is supportive at each level of reaching a unified mission to provide quality spaces that are safe and ready to support Pierce County business each day. We have a collaborative culture that is inclusive at all levels. Each person feels a responsibility to help others, especially in learning new skills and abilities, or helping to solve a problem. The work that we do as a department supports all County business and is appreciated by the public, our tenants, and leadership. Open communication and collaboration are expected and encouraged, working to be transparent in areas of improvement for ourselves, tenants, and the public. Facilities Management's mission is to provide quality spaces that are safe and ready to support Pierce County businesses each day. A person working in our department should be able to communicate and execute projects so that our customers are satisfied with the services and their expectations are met. A construction project manager should also ensure that the resources and projects are managed with regard to scope, schedule, and budget. The department strives to make sure employees feel supported and experience job satisfaction by providing training and reviews. A person in this position is working as a senior project manager capable of exercising independent decisions to advance these priorities. Throughout the onboarding process, you will meet with the supervisors, teams, and the admin team regularly to discuss expectations, set goals, identify priorities, and gain familiarity with current policies, procedures, and strategic measures. Pierce County offers professional development through the Leadership Development program, robust online learning, and other training opportunities throughout your career to ensure your success. This position has multiple career growth and promotional opportunities in Pierce County to build a great career.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in architecture, landscape architecture, construction management, civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering, project management, business or public administration, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university; AND, Five years of increasingly responsible experience directly related to the position.
A valid driver’s license is required.
A cover letter is required for this position. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Commercial vertical construction project management experience.

Responsibilities

Lead, facilitate, and plan project management tasks related to the construction and remodel of major building or capital development projects.
Participate with consultants (e.g., architects, engineers, planners, designers, etc.), facility users, County and building maintenance staff, and other project managers to solve facility problems throughout the design and construction processes.
Proactively communicate with tenants, user departments, and the public regarding overall project status and problems which arise during construction.
Review plans and specifications to conform to all design elements, construction details, use of proper materials, and operating performance requirements.
Discuss problems with consultants.
Regularly report and provide project status updates to County staff and the public, through written, verbal, and web-based systems.