Construction Project Manager

Job Summary

This position is open until filled; however, to ensure consideration, applications should be received by July 12, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. 

We are currently recruiting for a talented and experienced Construction Project Manager to join the Asset Management team in Tukwila, WA. This Construction Project Manager will have the opportunity to oversee and direct construction for new construction, renovations, remodeling, and retrofitting projects for the Asset Management portfolio at the King County Housing Authority. The Construction Project Manager will lead all aspects of project development and implementation. They meticulously plan, direct and manage the project, ensuring it stays on budget and schedule. This individual will also be responsible for additional professional programs, planning, analysis, and contracts in the construction related field and may have additional expertise to provide support to projects throughout the department.

King County Housing Authority (KCHA), an independent municipal organization is a high performing nationally recognized leader in affordable housing. To learn more about KCHA and our Mission visit this link.   

Essential Functions

The Construction Project Manager will:

Manages and directs assigned subcontractors at job sites and the construction process by monitoring and supervising the construction site, scope of work development, budget, and schedule while maintaining contract compliance. 

Leads, coordinates, and collaborates with Authority project team to oversee contractual and policy elements of the projects.

Reviews and collaborates with project development team and coordinates with plans and specifications to compose an integrated defined scope of work.

Manages the procurement of contractors by way of a public competitive bid process; reviews documents during the design phase of projects in order to comment on constructability; analyzes and assists in awards contracts; prepares a comprehensive narrative scope of work for inclusion in bid documents and contracts.

Provides procedures and guidance for documentation communications between stakeholders to resolve and record site conditions and property management and resident services issues.

Oversees in the project contract completion closeout process and warranty procedures.

Develops and implements strategies to further improve construction department procedures and efficiencies

Qualifications and Competencies

Experience & Education:  

Associate's or Technical Degree in construction management, or related field AND

Considerable experience in construction project management and/or trade experience, construction contract administration, and/or estimating OR

An equivalent combination of experience and education that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:  

Supervision of projects, programs and people.

Knowledge of procedures, policies and activities related to capital improvement programs and asset management.

Proper construction contract administration including specification preparation, procurement, construction scheduling; cost estimating; bid process management and coordination; budget preparation and contract administration.

Construction practices, methods, materials and tools used within the maintenance systems within residential and commercial properties.

Analyzes problems, identifies alternative solutions, and implements recommendations; demonstrates critical, creative, and reflective thinking. 

Demonstrates responsible personal and professional conduct, which contributes to the overall mission and goals of KCHA; accepts personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work; ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Values diversity and possesses an understanding of multicultural and cultural competencies; ability to work effectively and positively with individuals of diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. 

Proficiency with MS Office to include Word, Excel, Outlook, and database software. 

Works effectively and efficiently to provide quality service to satisfy service expectations; seeks ways to improve service delivery; demonstrates strong project management skills.

Applies effective written and verbal communication techniques to convey clear and timely messages to internal and external stakeholders; listens to people's ideas and concerns.

Special Requirements: 

Consent to and pass a driver's and criminal records background check.

Must possess a valid driver's license to regularly travel between work sites. Must have an acceptable driving record at time of appointment and throughout employment. 

Position Information and Application Process

Application Requirements: 
To be considered for this opportunity, you must:

Complete the online application profile in its entirety. 

Upload a cover letter that addresses how your experience and education qualifies you to perform the essential functions listed in the job announcement. (Cover Letter) 

Upload a detailed résumé of all educational and professional experience. (Résumé) 

Salary & Benefits:
The complete salary range is $98,134.40 to $144,232.00, with a midpoint of $121,175.00. New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market. Salary is negotiable.  Performance based merit increase opportunities and COLAs are reviewed on an annual basis. A comprehensive health care benefits package for you and your dependents includes medical, dental and vision insurance, life and long-term disability insurance plans, vacation, sick and personal leave, reduced tuition, and retirement benefits are also available. For more details regarding KCHA comprehensive benefits, please visit our benefits page.
 
Work Environment:
Incumbent(s) must be able to meet the physical requirements of the classification and have mobility, balance, coordination, vision, hearing and dexterity levels appropriate to the functions performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
After initial onboarding, this role will have the opportunity to work remotely up to 20% in accordance with the KCHA's flexible work arrangements; however, remote work conditions will be reviewed on a regular basis based on business and program need. Employees must reside in Washington State and have the ability to report to the Central Office in Tukwila as required based on business need. Some local travel may be required to support KCHA business needs.  

Physical Work Environment:
Incumbent(s) must be able to meet the physical requirements of the classification and have mobility, balance, coordination, vision, hearing and dexterity levels appropriate to the functions performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting and using hands to finger, handle or feel, frequently requires speaking or hearing and repetitive motions and occasionally requires reaching with hands and arms; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data; work has no exposure to environmental conditions; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).

Equal Opportunity 
King County Housing Authority is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.