Engineering Construction Manager
Apply NowCompany: Northshore Utility District
Location: Kenmore, WA 98028
Description:
Salary : $114,514.44 - $150,693.24 Annually
Location : 6830 NE 185th St., Kenmore
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Engineering
Opening Date: 01/31/2025
FLSA: Exempt
Your application must be completed in detail. A resume will not substitute for a completed Northshore Utility District application form. Beginning with your present or most recent employment, list your work experience history. Limit your history to the last 10 years. Include any periods of self-employment, unemployment, U.S. military service, and any job-related volunteer experience.
Summary of Job Duties
Northshore Utility District in Kenmore, Washington is seeking an Engineering Construction Manager.
This position is open until filled and may be closed at any time a qualified candidate is selected.
Work Schedule: Exempt, Full-Time, Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Optional 9/80 Schedule)
Under the direction of the Engineering Director the incumbent will provide sound management of multiple water and wastewater projects both Capital and Development, in accordance with contract specifications, federal, state, local laws/ordinances and District policies, and procedures. Assists in the successful completion of projects on schedule and within budget. Responsible for the supervision and management of the inspection of water and wastewater systems to ensure that developers and contractors meet the District requirements of the engineering drawings, contract specifications, and the quality of materials and standard of workmanship. Supervises and prioritizes work activities of the construction inspectors and provides technical guidance. Resolves difficult disputes with contractors, developers, and customers.
REPORTING DIRECTLY TO: Engineering Director and directly supervises the Construction Inspector Level I, II, and III.
Examples of Duties
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of:
Licensing/Certification Requirements: Obtained within the first 12-months of employment
WORKING CONDITIONS: Work may be performed both indoors and outdoors. Outdoor work consists of field inspections that can expose the employee to inclement weather and the hazards of the construction site or traffic. Ground surfaces may be shifting and uneven; employees are exposed to adverse weather conditions, construction equipment and machinery and other construction hazards. Job tasks may also require climbing, walking, bending, stopping, kneeling, crawling, or entry to confined spaces. Indoor work consists of using a computer and requires the incumbent to sit for long periods of time. Requires fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Some lifting up to 50 lbs. may be required. Automobile travel is frequent.
Medical, Dental, & Vision
Employees have various medical plan options to choose from - either managed care plans or preferred provider plans. The Employer pays 100% of the premium costs for employees & their eligible dependents for most plan options.
HRA/VEBA
Employees who have completed their Trial Service Period will receive an employer contribution into their HRA/VEBA account. The contributions equal $2,000 for employee medical coverage and $4,000 for employee plus eligible dependent.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Save money in taxes by using the Flexible Spending Accounts to pay for eligible health care or dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis.
Retirement Plans
Term & Accident Insurance
Employer paid and optional term life and accident insurance help protect against financial hardship in the event of serious injury or death.
Employee Assistance Program
Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available via a 24-hour hotline. The EAP provides no-cost, confidential assistance for a variety of personal and professional issues, including stress, financial challenges, work-related issues, or marital and family counseling.
Training & Development
We have a rich history of training and development for our employees. We encourage our employees to realize their full potential and offer a variety of ways to advance their careers through internal, external, and on-the-job training opportunities, as well as tuition reimbursement and mentorship.
Location : 6830 NE 185th St., Kenmore
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Engineering
Opening Date: 01/31/2025
FLSA: Exempt
Your application must be completed in detail. A resume will not substitute for a completed Northshore Utility District application form. Beginning with your present or most recent employment, list your work experience history. Limit your history to the last 10 years. Include any periods of self-employment, unemployment, U.S. military service, and any job-related volunteer experience.
Summary of Job Duties
Northshore Utility District in Kenmore, Washington is seeking an Engineering Construction Manager.
This position is open until filled and may be closed at any time a qualified candidate is selected.
Work Schedule: Exempt, Full-Time, Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Optional 9/80 Schedule)
Under the direction of the Engineering Director the incumbent will provide sound management of multiple water and wastewater projects both Capital and Development, in accordance with contract specifications, federal, state, local laws/ordinances and District policies, and procedures. Assists in the successful completion of projects on schedule and within budget. Responsible for the supervision and management of the inspection of water and wastewater systems to ensure that developers and contractors meet the District requirements of the engineering drawings, contract specifications, and the quality of materials and standard of workmanship. Supervises and prioritizes work activities of the construction inspectors and provides technical guidance. Resolves difficult disputes with contractors, developers, and customers.
REPORTING DIRECTLY TO: Engineering Director and directly supervises the Construction Inspector Level I, II, and III.
Examples of Duties
- Supervises, trains, and advises staff regarding technical job knowledge, methods, techniques, and procedures; assigns work, assists Construction Inspection staff in resolving complex problems, and enforces current policies and procedures.
- Evaluate the performance of Construction Inspectors and ensure that training credentials are up to date and relevant.
- Administers contracts for construction of District capital improvements, development, and other projects.
- Ensures that contractors and developers working on water and wastewater infrastructure meet design requirements, and that all construction, contractual, and regulatory requirements comply with District standards; may recommend alternative construction methods and/or materials.
- Interprets and explains standards, regulations, policies and engineering plans and specifications for construction contractors.
- Enforces regulations and policies; drafts amendments to standards and specifications for the installation of water and wastewater infrastructure and submits recommendations to the Engineering Director for approval.
- Responsible for reports on construction activities and recording of all changes in plans and/or specifications made in the field; prepares logs of contract quantities for monthly pay request.
- Reviews progress payments as well as plans and specifications and prepares change orders for construction projects.
- Recommends bond amounts and releases and itemizes requirements for approval of interim system operation.
- Coordinates with other utilities and regulatory agencies regarding permit requirements; and represents the District at inter-agency meetings.
- Reviews design drawings for constructability. Provides information and recommendations regarding field installation of water and wastewater systems. Discusses construction implication of proposed plans with engineers, provides background and information on property sites and knowledge of construction practices for difficult or unique water and wastewater installations.
- Attends pre-construction and planning meetings.
- Coordinates with District Operations staff for activities associated with new construction.
- Develops punch lists and recommends final approval/acceptance of completed projects.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of:
- Theories, principles, and practices applied to construction management, construction inspection, engineering, surveying, and customer service.
- Related laws, regulations, policies, codes, standards, specifications, and guidelines of public works utilities with emphasis on water and wastewater.
- Contract administration and policy compliance methods.
- Cost controls, application of measurement and payment specifications.
- Electronic equipment and software required to accomplish tasks.
- Job site safety practices, traffic control, and regulations.
- Principles and practices of supervision, training, and performance evaluations.
- Effective leadership of an assigned work group by positively influencing employees.
- Techniques for providing high level customer service to the Public and District staff.
- Supervising staff, learning new processes and procedures, mentoring and advising staff.
- Communicate both written and oral, clearly and concisely in technical and non-technical terms to contractors, employees, outside agency staff, and the general public.
- Evaluate the work of staff and establish work performance standards.
- Developing and administrating construction contract documents for capital and development projects and achieving compliance with policies, specifications and regulations.
- Reviewing, understanding, and explaining construction contracts, plans, and specifications.
- Resolving on-site construction problems encountered in water and wastewater infrastructure installations.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, consultants, contractors, public officials and the general public.
- Perform complex inspections and calculations accurately.
- Apply and interpret codes, rules, and regulations.
Licensing/Certification Requirements: Obtained within the first 12-months of employment
- A/C Pipe Work practices and procedures certificate
- Water Distribution Manager (WDM) - I certificate
- Wastewater Collection (WWC) - I certificate
- Cross Connection Specialist certification (CCS)
- Erosion/Sediment Control Lead (CESCL)
- Valid Washington State Driver's License
WORKING CONDITIONS: Work may be performed both indoors and outdoors. Outdoor work consists of field inspections that can expose the employee to inclement weather and the hazards of the construction site or traffic. Ground surfaces may be shifting and uneven; employees are exposed to adverse weather conditions, construction equipment and machinery and other construction hazards. Job tasks may also require climbing, walking, bending, stopping, kneeling, crawling, or entry to confined spaces. Indoor work consists of using a computer and requires the incumbent to sit for long periods of time. Requires fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Some lifting up to 50 lbs. may be required. Automobile travel is frequent.
Medical, Dental, & Vision
Employees have various medical plan options to choose from - either managed care plans or preferred provider plans. The Employer pays 100% of the premium costs for employees & their eligible dependents for most plan options.
HRA/VEBA
Employees who have completed their Trial Service Period will receive an employer contribution into their HRA/VEBA account. The contributions equal $2,000 for employee medical coverage and $4,000 for employee plus eligible dependent.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Save money in taxes by using the Flexible Spending Accounts to pay for eligible health care or dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis.
Retirement Plans
- Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS)
- As a public employer, most of our employees are eligible for retirement benefits administered by the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems. Employees have two plans to choose from.
- Deferred Compensation 457 (b) and Roth plan.
- Optional deferred compensation plan allows eligible employees to contribute to their account through payroll deductions. The Employer matches up to 4% contributions into your selected plan.
- We offer a competitive time off program that includes vacation based on years of service, 8 hours/month accrued sick leave, and 13 paid holiday.
- We offer two schedules for our employees. Your traditional Monday - Friday 8:00am -4:30pm or a 9/80 schedule to foster a healthy work life balance.
Term & Accident Insurance
Employer paid and optional term life and accident insurance help protect against financial hardship in the event of serious injury or death.
Employee Assistance Program
Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available via a 24-hour hotline. The EAP provides no-cost, confidential assistance for a variety of personal and professional issues, including stress, financial challenges, work-related issues, or marital and family counseling.
Training & Development
We have a rich history of training and development for our employees. We encourage our employees to realize their full potential and offer a variety of ways to advance their careers through internal, external, and on-the-job training opportunities, as well as tuition reimbursement and mentorship.