Director-Construction Management

Sound Transit•Seattle, WA

1d•$160,000 - $276,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Under administrative direction, directs, manages, supervises, and coordinates the activities and operations of the resource allocations of construction resources to specific projects; ensures that personnel assigned to projects have the appropriate skills and training required for the assignment; ensures that policies, procedures and guidelines related to construction management tasks are up to date, are appropriate for the needs of the project and that staff is knowledgeable of the policies and procedures required for each assignment; secures Construction Management Consultant (CMC) services as necessary to ensure the quality of the work, conformance to budget, schedule and documentation requirements, and compliance with applicable codes, standards and contract documents; ensures that the general and special conditions and the general requirements for each construction contract are current, consistent with Agency policies, and appropriate for the specific work under each contract; and provides expert reviews and input on construction issues including constructability, biddability, risk assessment, claims, and other relevant areas of construction management; coordinates assigned activities with other programs, divisions, departments/offices, and outside agencies; and provides highly responsible and complex administrative support.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or closely related field.
Eight years of construction engineering experience of large, complex projects that includes overall responsibility for delivery of construction projects.
Six years of leadership, budgetary, planning and workforce management experience, preferably in a rail or transit related environment; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Operational characteristics, services, and activities of the Construction Management Division.
Senior professional and/or technical expert knowledge of business/industry principles and practices for project management and construction management.
Methods and techniques used in the performance of duties and responsibilities specific to civil engineering, construction management and project management.
Standards and codes that govern construction in Washington State, Public Works contracting law, construction safety manuals, contract plans and specifications and general construction industry practices.
Advanced principles and practices of project management, civil engineering, and construction.
Methods and techniques of contract negotiation and administration.
Principles, methods, and techniques of developing and managing schedules.
Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations as they apply to transit operations.
Principles of financial management (expenditure tracking, variance identification, revenue tracking).
Techniques to work effectively under pressure, meet deadlines, and adjust to changing priorities.
Advanced principles and practices of governmental budget preparation and administration.
Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation.
English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and statistical databases.
Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
Utilizing personal computer software programs affecting assigned work and in compiling and preparing spreadsheets and reports.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other department staff, management, vendors, outside agencies, community groups and the general public.
Interpreting and administering policies and procedures sufficient to administer, discuss, resolve, and explain them to staff and other constituencies.
Demonstrating a positive customer service orientation with both internal and external clients.
Overseeing and managing comprehensive Construction Management Programs that includes a series of inter-related projects or functional areas of significant depth and complexity.
Negotiating and administering construction and engineering services contracts, and third-party agreements.
Preparing and administering large Program budgets.
Conceptualizing, influencing, developing, and administering goals, objectives, guidelines, and procedures for the Department/Division.
Interpreting and applying applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations.
Complaint resolution and problem solving.
Policy and procedure development.
Critical and strategic problem solving.
Preparing and analyzing complex data and comprehensive reports.
Responding to inquiries and in effective oral and written communication.
Applying advanced project management and program development techniques and principles.
Working cooperatively with other departments, Agency officials, and outside agencies.
Developing and monitoring departmental and program/project operating budgets, costs, and schedules.
Supervising, leading, and delegating tasks and authority.

Responsibilities

Plans, directs, coordinates, and reviews the work of assigned staff; assigns work activities and coordinates schedules, projects, and programs according to Agency procedures; provides constructive feedback; reviews and evaluates work and makes effective suggestions and recommendations.
Coaches, trains and motivates staff; coordinates and/or provides staff training; and manages employee relations; manages the workflow and prioritization of projects and measures the performance of the department and all related staff and takes appropriate corrective action when necessary; provides advice and counsel to staff; and develops developmental work plans for staff.
Assesses project needs with respect to construction management (CM) requirements; reviews division resources and assigns staff work as needed to support the needs of each construction project; and ensures staff compliance with Agency policies and procedures.
Coordinates work with other departments or outside entities relating to construction projects and prosecution of the work including issues related to permitting, code compliance, work hours, construction impacts, work schedules, project oversight, and staffing.
Reviews project documentation such as progress payments, changes, work plans and progress reports and provides input and recommendations on project issues.
Writes, revises, and updates CM policies and procedures and contract documents.
Participates in project reviews, discussions of issues, and resolution of problems related to construction activities.
Assists the Department of Safety, Security and Quality Assurance in the oversight of the Agency’s Construction Safety and Security Programs to promote and ensure safety and safe work practices at construction sites; assists in developing program-wide safety training and orientation programs; assists in the oversight of the Agency’s Quality Assurance Programs and ensures compliance with quality practices and requirements; and assists in developing program-wide quality assurance training programs.
Serves as the liaison for the Construction Management Program with other programs, divisions, departments/offices, and outside agencies; negotiates and resolves sensitive and controversial issues, including politicians, developers, contractors, suppliers, utility companies, community groups and public agencies involved in construction projects.
Develops and prepares annual budget for the Construction Management Division; prepares associated staffing plans and participates in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; ensures that division, and where applicable individual project(s), expenditures and cost estimates are adequately documented and monitored throughout the division and to their completion; monitors, reviews and approves division expenditures and commitments; and implement adjustments.
Provides support to the department/division and others on matters as directed; serves as staff on a variety of boards, commissions, and committees; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence; attends and participates in professional group meetings; maintains awareness of new trends and developments in the fields related to area of assignment; incorporates new developments as appropriate; ensures processes, policies and practices are interpreted and applied consistently and effectively; ensures accountability and compliance with all current and applicable state and federal laws, Agency policies and procedures, rules and regulations.
Champions and models Sound Transit's core values and demonstrates values-based behaviors in everyday interactions across the agency.
Contributes to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion in alignment with Sound Transit’s Equity & Inclusion Policy.
It is the responsibility of all employees to follow the Agency safety rules, regulations, and procedures pertaining to their assigned duties and responsibilities, which could include systems, operations, and/or other employees.
It is the responsibility of all employees to integrate sustainability into everyday business practices.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health Benefits: We offer two choices of medical plans, a dental plan, and a vision plan all at no cost for employee coverage; comprehensive benefits for employees and eligible dependents, including a spouse or domestic partner.
Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Retirement Plans: 401a – 10% of employee contribution with a 12% match by Sound Transit; 457b – up to IRS maximum (employee only contribution).
Paid Time Off: Employees accrue 25 days of paid time off annually with increases at four, eight and twelve years of service. Employees at the director level and up accrue additional days. We also observe 12 paid holidays and provide up to 2 paid floating holidays and up to 2 paid volunteer days per year.
Parental Leave: 12 weeks of parental leave for new parents.
Pet Insurance discount.
ORCA Card: All full-time employees will receive an ORCA card at no cost.
Tuition Reimbursement: Sound Transit will pay up to $5,000 annually for approved tuition expenses.
Inclusive Reproductive Health Support Services.
Compensation Practices: We offer competitive salaries based on market rates and internal equity. In addition to compensation and benefits, you’ll find that we provide work-life balance, opportunities for professional development and recognition from your colleagues.