Construction Project Manager Supervisor
Apply NowCompany: Pierce County
Location: University Place, WA 98467
Description:
Salary: $114,967.33 - $146,253.73 Annually
Location : Environmental Services Building- Chambers Creek Regional Park, WA
Job Type: Career Service - Full Time
Job Number: 25-00390
Department: Parks and Recreation Services
Division: Parks-Resource Stewardship
Opening Date: 04/25/2025
Closing Date: 5/5/2025 11:00 PM Pacific
Description
Position Summary
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This is an exciting opportunity for those interested in a fun, fast-paced environment that provides unique challenges and problems to solve on a day-to-day basis. You will oversee the construction project team in Parks and Recreation. As a key member of our supervisory team, you will oversee a group of design and construction project managers working on all phases of project management from concept through execution. You will lead the team as they work with the public to create opportunities for people to connect with nature and enjoy recreation opportunities in their community. You will influence the Parks Department's 10-year capital projects list of park and trail improvements. We do everything from sidewalks, ponds, amphitheaters and playgrounds to community centers.
How to be Successful in the Role:
Bring in your strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities and guide your staff by using your strong project management skills. You will need to be a team player and great communicator who can work with consultants, contractors, elected officials, other jurisdictions, the general public, and across division and department boundaries. As a strategic leader with a proven track record and developed skills in complex capital planning, your solid technical understanding of park and trail development, engineering and permitting, contracting, budgets, process improvement, and construction will be critical to your success.
Your Future in this Role:
As Pierce County grows, so do the exciting opportunities for the Parks and Recreation Department to meet the needs of the community. Exciting regional trail projects, community center renovations, and lots of new investments in parks across Pierce County are coming; so, your work will continue to have a valuable impact for years to come. We strive to make sure employees feel supported and experience job satisfaction by providing professional development opportunities, employee resource groups and regular reviews. Leaders are also encouraged to pursue advanced certification under the Pierce County Leadership program and are offered other opportunities for professional growth and training.
Core Daily Responsibilities:
A classification description with a more detailed list of essential functions can be found
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications
Special Requirement/Qualifications
As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.
Supplemental Information
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS
To be considered for this opportunity please:
This is a competitive selection process. Your application will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the County's needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 2 to 3 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include assessments, phone screen, and interviews.
At Pierce County, diversity, equity, and inclusion means commitment, not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit, develop, and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and perspectives, committed to our vision. Employees of the County have local, direct, and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a place people are proud to call home?
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Pierce County offers a competitive benefits package that offers flexibility and peace of mind. We are proud to offer Employee Resource Groups, a focus on professional development in our , and a County Book Club.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career and that your priority is making sure that you and your family maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of and , , staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Our benefits:
Vacation (Annual Leave)
After approximately six months, employees receive six days of vacation leave.
Since we value your experience, the amount of vacation you can accrue increases the longer you work with us. Vacation accrues on a bi-weekly basis for full-time employees as follows:
Vacation Accruals:
During years 1-3, 12 Days
During years 4-7, 16 Days
During years 8-13, 20 Days
During years 14-18, 23 Days
During years 19, 24 Days
During years 20, 25 Days
During years 21, 26 Days
During years 22, 27 Days
During years 23, 28 Days
During years 24, 29 Days
During years 25 & thereafter, 30 Days
A maximum of 45 days may be carried from one year into the next.
Pro-Rated for Part-Time based on % of 1.0 FTE.
Military Leave:
Pierce County has a proud history of supporting the armed forces and provides members of the armed forces with up to 21 days paid military leave per state fiscal year.
Holidays:
Some full-time employees are entitled to eleven paid holidays as follows:
New Year's Day - January 1
Martin Luther King, Jr's birthday - Third Monday in January
President's Day - Third Monday in February
Memorial Day - Last Monday in May
Juneteenth - June 19
Independence Day - July 4
Labor Day - First Monday in September
Veteran's Day - November 11
Thanksgiving Day - Fourth Thursday in November & Friday after
Christmas Day - December 25
Personal Holidays:
Regular full-time and regular part-time employees, and employees occupying limited duration positions, shall also receive two additional paid personal holidays. Paid personal holidays shall only accrue for those employees on County payroll as of January 1 of each year or the first work day following January 1 and must be taken during the calendar year in which it was accrued.
Furlough:
Some Pierce County employees may be designated to receive 10 "furlough" days per year in lieu of holidays. Furlough days are available for use on January 1 and must be scheduled and taken within the calendar year. Employees who leave employment with Pierce County must reimburse the employer for used furlough days based upon the number of remaining holidays.
Sick Leave:
Sick leave accrues on a bi-weekly basis, at the rate of one day per month.
Insurance Benefits:
Employees and families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with very affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout Pierce County. Employees are eligible to enroll each year in a flexible spending plan, which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care and dependent care expenses. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in supplemental life and long term disability insurance plans. To view premium rates, summary of benefit coverage, and other information, please visit the website.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation:
Pierce County employees are members of the State of Washington's Department of Retirement System (DRS) and depending on the position or previous DRS enrollment will be able to enroll in one of many programs DRS offers. For additional information, check out the web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Nationwide Deferred Compensation Plan. This is a supplemental retirement savings program that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security:
All Pierce County employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The county and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Miscellaneous Benefits:
Please visit website for more information.
Telework/Remote Options:
Some departments allow for telework or work-from-home options dependent on the body of work. Learn more about our telework policy
**All employees are required to be WA State residents after 30 days of employment.
01
How many years of supervisory or lead experience do you have?
02
How many years of experience do you have in facility (building/remodel) design and facility construction coordination?
03
Provide three detailed examples of recent projects you have managed. If you do not have experience in this area, type "N/A".
04
To be considered applicants are asked to submit a cover letter highlighting how your experience/education meets the recruiting requirements of the position.Did you include a current cover letter and resume with your application?
Required Question
Location : Environmental Services Building- Chambers Creek Regional Park, WA
Job Type: Career Service - Full Time
Job Number: 25-00390
Department: Parks and Recreation Services
Division: Parks-Resource Stewardship
Opening Date: 04/25/2025
Closing Date: 5/5/2025 11:00 PM Pacific
Description
Position Summary
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This is an exciting opportunity for those interested in a fun, fast-paced environment that provides unique challenges and problems to solve on a day-to-day basis. You will oversee the construction project team in Parks and Recreation. As a key member of our supervisory team, you will oversee a group of design and construction project managers working on all phases of project management from concept through execution. You will lead the team as they work with the public to create opportunities for people to connect with nature and enjoy recreation opportunities in their community. You will influence the Parks Department's 10-year capital projects list of park and trail improvements. We do everything from sidewalks, ponds, amphitheaters and playgrounds to community centers.
How to be Successful in the Role:
Bring in your strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities and guide your staff by using your strong project management skills. You will need to be a team player and great communicator who can work with consultants, contractors, elected officials, other jurisdictions, the general public, and across division and department boundaries. As a strategic leader with a proven track record and developed skills in complex capital planning, your solid technical understanding of park and trail development, engineering and permitting, contracting, budgets, process improvement, and construction will be critical to your success.
Your Future in this Role:
As Pierce County grows, so do the exciting opportunities for the Parks and Recreation Department to meet the needs of the community. Exciting regional trail projects, community center renovations, and lots of new investments in parks across Pierce County are coming; so, your work will continue to have a valuable impact for years to come. We strive to make sure employees feel supported and experience job satisfaction by providing professional development opportunities, employee resource groups and regular reviews. Leaders are also encouraged to pursue advanced certification under the Pierce County Leadership program and are offered other opportunities for professional growth and training.
Core Daily Responsibilities:
- Assist with the development and implementation of strategic direction and guidance to construction project managers work unit. Assist with the development of performance standards and measures for unit, individuals and project work team.
- Recommend and oversee the development and implementation of policies and procedures for work unit.
- Serve as technical subject matter expert in assessing physical solutions to assigned project types.
- Assist in the development and preparation of the biennial capital improvement program requirements and budgets, to include project development, estimating costs, estimating budget requirements and initiating approval of projects.
- Act as project manager for programs with multiple dimensions, projects and complexity. Provide technical expertise and project management of highly visible, technically complex and politically sensitive projects.
- Provide technical expertise in the evaluation and analysis of complex, sensitive and political issues.
- Assist with capital development grants, grant tracking and reporting
- Develop and maintain records and reporting systems per county, state, and federal guidelines, providing for proper quality control.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
A classification description with a more detailed list of essential functions can be found
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in architecture, construction management, civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering, project management, landscape architecture, business or public administration or closely related field from an accredited college or university; and,
- Five years of increasingly responsible experience directly related to the position, to include
- Two years of supervisory/lead experience.
- Additional education and experience which clearly indicates the ability to perform the essential functions of the classification may substitute on a year for year basis.
- To be considered for this position you must include a cover letter and resume. Applications without a cover letter and resume, will not be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
- Design and development of special use facilities such as parks, trails, and active transportation.
- Experience in CAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and other technical resources.
- Experience working with the public and elected officials
Special Requirement/Qualifications
- Ability to successfully complete and pass all required background investigations prior to employment including fingerprinting.
- Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's license, or the ability to obtain the license within 30 days of employment or otherwise meet the travel requirements of the position.
As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.
Supplemental Information
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS
To be considered for this opportunity please:
- Complete and submit an online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting "APPLY" above or go to: www.piercecountywa.org/jobs.
- If you have a question about this opportunity, please email the Recruitment Team at PCHRRecruit@piercecountywa.gov and specify the Job Number and Title.
- If you do not have internet access, you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
- Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing process, or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at (253) 798-7480, at least two days prior to the need.
This is a competitive selection process. Your application will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the County's needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 2 to 3 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include assessments, phone screen, and interviews.
At Pierce County, diversity, equity, and inclusion means commitment, not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit, develop, and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and perspectives, committed to our vision. Employees of the County have local, direct, and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a place people are proud to call home?
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Pierce County offers a competitive benefits package that offers flexibility and peace of mind. We are proud to offer Employee Resource Groups, a focus on professional development in our , and a County Book Club.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career and that your priority is making sure that you and your family maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of and , , staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Our benefits:
Vacation (Annual Leave)
After approximately six months, employees receive six days of vacation leave.
Since we value your experience, the amount of vacation you can accrue increases the longer you work with us. Vacation accrues on a bi-weekly basis for full-time employees as follows:
Vacation Accruals:
During years 1-3, 12 Days
During years 4-7, 16 Days
During years 8-13, 20 Days
During years 14-18, 23 Days
During years 19, 24 Days
During years 20, 25 Days
During years 21, 26 Days
During years 22, 27 Days
During years 23, 28 Days
During years 24, 29 Days
During years 25 & thereafter, 30 Days
A maximum of 45 days may be carried from one year into the next.
Pro-Rated for Part-Time based on % of 1.0 FTE.
Military Leave:
Pierce County has a proud history of supporting the armed forces and provides members of the armed forces with up to 21 days paid military leave per state fiscal year.
Holidays:
Some full-time employees are entitled to eleven paid holidays as follows:
New Year's Day - January 1
Martin Luther King, Jr's birthday - Third Monday in January
President's Day - Third Monday in February
Memorial Day - Last Monday in May
Juneteenth - June 19
Independence Day - July 4
Labor Day - First Monday in September
Veteran's Day - November 11
Thanksgiving Day - Fourth Thursday in November & Friday after
Christmas Day - December 25
Personal Holidays:
Regular full-time and regular part-time employees, and employees occupying limited duration positions, shall also receive two additional paid personal holidays. Paid personal holidays shall only accrue for those employees on County payroll as of January 1 of each year or the first work day following January 1 and must be taken during the calendar year in which it was accrued.
Furlough:
Some Pierce County employees may be designated to receive 10 "furlough" days per year in lieu of holidays. Furlough days are available for use on January 1 and must be scheduled and taken within the calendar year. Employees who leave employment with Pierce County must reimburse the employer for used furlough days based upon the number of remaining holidays.
Sick Leave:
Sick leave accrues on a bi-weekly basis, at the rate of one day per month.
Insurance Benefits:
Employees and families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with very affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout Pierce County. Employees are eligible to enroll each year in a flexible spending plan, which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care and dependent care expenses. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in supplemental life and long term disability insurance plans. To view premium rates, summary of benefit coverage, and other information, please visit the website.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation:
Pierce County employees are members of the State of Washington's Department of Retirement System (DRS) and depending on the position or previous DRS enrollment will be able to enroll in one of many programs DRS offers. For additional information, check out the web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Nationwide Deferred Compensation Plan. This is a supplemental retirement savings program that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security:
All Pierce County employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The county and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Miscellaneous Benefits:
Please visit website for more information.
Telework/Remote Options:
Some departments allow for telework or work-from-home options dependent on the body of work. Learn more about our telework policy
**All employees are required to be WA State residents after 30 days of employment.
01
How many years of supervisory or lead experience do you have?
- None
- 1 year or less
- 1-2 years
- 2-4 years
- More than 5 years
02
How many years of experience do you have in facility (building/remodel) design and facility construction coordination?
- None
- 1 year or less
- 1-2 years
- 2-4 years
- 5 or more years
03
Provide three detailed examples of recent projects you have managed. If you do not have experience in this area, type "N/A".
04
To be considered applicants are asked to submit a cover letter highlighting how your experience/education meets the recruiting requirements of the position.Did you include a current cover letter and resume with your application?
- Yes
- No
Required Question