Construction and Asset Management Unit Supervisor

Full Job Description

Join us as we build our construction management team!

The Facilities Engineering and Science Section, within King County’s Department of Natural Resources and Parks - Solid Waste Division (SWD) is recruiting for a Construction and Asset Management Unit Supervisor (Engineer IV) who will oversee our new Construction and Asset Management (CAM) Unit.

This is your opportunity to shape the future of construction within SWD.

About this Role

This position will develop a program for oversight of SWD’s construction management process during execution of construction projects at eight transfer stations, seven closed landfills, Cedar Hills Regional Landfill (CHRLF), and an industrial complex on Harbor Island.

This program will become part of the project management system that ensures SWD’s $867 million construction program aligns with King County’s True North Values, as well as the vision and business needs of the Division.

The CAM Unit will be involved from project development through design, construction, and commissioning.

Work will include projects such as the new construction of the South County Recycling and Transfer Station, siting, design, and construction of a new domiciling and maintenance facility, design and installation of EV fleet infrastructure, and the CHRLF closing of old and development of new landfill cell.

This position will also oversee SWD’s asset management program including implementation of SWD’s 20 year infrastructure and equipment replacement plan.

This position performs work both remotely and on-site.

About the Team

The Facility Engineering and Science Section (FESS) is a critical member of the King County Solid Waste Division (SWD) team.

Our engineers, scientists, technicians, and IT professionals, support a variety of large-scale programs and projects within SWD.

FESS is a dynamic team committed to safety, environmental stewardship and providing critical services to the residents and businesses of King County.

Our team consists of civil, mechanical, chemical, and environmental engineers, geologists, environmental scientists, construction managers, operational technology systems engineer, IT systems architect, project managers, CAD/BIM professionals as well as surveyors and asset managers.

To learn more about SWD visit https://kingcounty.gov/depts/dnrp/solid-waste.aspx.

Commitment to Equity, Racial, and Social Justice:

King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world.

Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees.

In this position, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity.

Apply now for a rewarding career at the Solid Waste Division of the King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks.

Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities.

Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities.

Requirements

What You Will be Doing:

• Working supervisor with full scope of supervisory responsibilities such as recruitment, personnel appraisal, progressive discipline, coaching and mentoring.
• Plan, organize and supervise the administration and inspection of construction projects, ensure compliance with plans, specifications, code and relevant regulatory laws.
• Supervise and direct the preparation and management of project and program schedules to identify resourcing necessary to implement work assigned to the CAM Unit.
• Supervise and direct the review of engineering, design, plans, specifications, and technical reports necessary for implementation of SWD’s Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) program.
• Manage and optimize the condition of SWD’s physical assets including oversight of facility and equipment condition to include identifying, tracking, and scheduling of needed asset rehab, lifecycle and replacement scheduling as well as annual budgeting and long-term planning.

Qualifications

Qualifications You Bring:

• A bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or other closely related field, OR the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Extensive background in engineering and/or construction which includes substantial field construction experience.
• Extensive background leading a team or teams.
• Demonstrated experience directing and evaluating the work of subordinate employees.
• Demonstrated skill in managing, scheduling, and resourcing a portfolio of projects in various stages of development.
• Demonstrated knowledge of asset management principles.

It Would Be Great If You Also Brought:

• Construction Management or Project Management Certification

The Successful Candidate Will Have the Following Competencies:

• Manages Complexity: Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Plans and Aligns: Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Builds Effective Teams: Building strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.

• Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

Additional Information

Working Conditions:

Remote and Onsite Work Details: During dry weather season, approximately 40% telework and 60% of time onsite at any of the transfer stations, landfills, Harbor Island or drop boxes.

During wet weather season, approximately 60% telework and 40% onsite or KSC. The FESS team works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting.

The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change.

Remote Work Location Requirement: Employees must reside in Washington State and be within a reasonable distance of King County worksites to meet onsite reporting requirements.

Work Schedule: Thís full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible.

• Physical Requirements: The position requires occasional lifting, bending, ladder climbing, and carrying of light equipment.
• Union Representation: This position is represented by Protec Local 17.

Application and Selection Process: We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives, and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness, and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews.

A complete application is required. To apply, submit a Complete Application detailing your work experience, cover letter, and resume and respond to the Supplemental Questions. Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Susan Ng at susan.ng@kingcounty.gov

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Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce.

To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity.

Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards.

We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class.

Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

To Apply

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Benefits

King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what’s best for themselves and their eligible dependents
• Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
• Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
• Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
• 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave
• Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness programs
• Onsite activity centers
• Employee Giving Program
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
• Training and career development programs

For additional information about employee benefits, visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page.

This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy.

If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.