The Construction Project Manager Supervisor will work in a hybrid environment appropriate to ongoing activities and supervisor duties, including in the field, office, or remote. A telework agreement will be developed upon start to outline specifics.
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This is an exciting opportunity for those interested in a unique, fast-paced environment that provides unique challenges and problems to solve on a day-to-day basis. You will be in the Facilities Management department but will be providing services to other departments in the County. As a key member of our supervisory team, you will oversee a team of design and construction project managers working on all phases of construction project management from concept through execution. Construction project managers reporting to this position work on a wide array of complex projects in the office and field, and collaboration is key. You will supervise the team and work in partnership with other departments to develop and implement capital projects, solve emergencies, and strategize short and long-term solutions related to design and construction. You will oversee workflow and processes, standards, policies, and procedures for the capital team.
Here are a few of the projects that you would be involved with: Open Project and Capital Facilities Plan.
Why It's a Great Department:
We have a collaborative culture that is inclusive at all levels. Each person feels a responsibility to help others, especially in learning new skills and abilities, or helping to solve a problem. The work that we do as a department supports all County business and is appreciated by the public, our tenants, and leadership. Open communication and collaboration are expected and encouraged, working to be transparent in areas of improvement for ourselves, tenants, and the public.
We encourage you to learn more about our department by clicking here.
How to be Successful in the Role:
Bring your strategic and problem-solving skills and guide your staff by using your strong program and project management skills. We are looking for a team player and great communicator who will 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 strong skills in capital planning, you need to exhibit a solid technical understanding engineering and permitting, contracting for A/E and construction, budgets, and the construction process for public work.
Your Future in this Role:
The department strives to make sure employees feel supported and experience job satisfaction by providing training and 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:
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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.
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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.
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Supervise and coordinate activities of a designated unit; determine work procedures, approve work schedules, and determine methods for expediting workflow; assign, review and approve the work of subordinate staff.
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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.
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Establish and maintain effective working relationships with County officials, departments, and staff, as well as other agencies and the public; facilitate resolution of competing interests to keep the capital program on time and within budget.
This announcement is not intended to reflect all duties to be performed by our next team member, but shall present a descriptive list of the range of duties that may be performed. To view the complete classification, click here.
- Additional education or experience may substitute for the recruiting requirements.
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A resume and cover letter are required for this position. Applications without a resume and cover letter will not be considered.
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Bachelor's Degree in architecture, construction management, civil, mechanical, or electrical
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engineering, project management, landscape architecture, business or public administration or closely related field from an accredited college or university; and,
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Five years of increasingly responsible experience directly related to the position, to include
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Two years of supervisory or lead experience.
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A valid driver's license is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Commercial vertical construction project management experience.
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Experience as Owner’s representative on design, bid, build (DBB), design-build (DB), or Integrated Project Delivery (IPD).
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Proficient to expert-level experience in Excel, CAD, and/or Revit, Bluebeam, and/or Acrobat Professional, and other technical resources, or equivalent program.
As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed on a case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.
How to Apply:
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Complete and submit a detailed online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting “APPLY” above or visiting www.piercecountywa.gov/jobs.
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If you have questions about this opportunity, email the Recruitment Team at [email protected] and include the job number and title.
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Individuals who need accommodation in the application or interview process may contact Human Resources at (253) 798-7480 at least two days prior to the need.
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Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship.
Our Recruitment Practices:
This is a competitive and meritorious selection process. Pierce County applications are reviewed by human hiring staff in accordance with the qualifications listed for the position. Pierce County understands applicants may use AI tools when preparing application materials. We recognize these tools can make the process easier; however, we ask that everything you submit genuinely reflects your own experience, skills, knowledge, and writing style.
During the interview process, you may be asked to demonstrate your skills, including writing and subject knowledge, and to speak to your experience in your own voice. Applicants should be prepared to respond to interview questions without relying on AI-generated responses or reading prepared answers from a screen. Any misrepresentation may result in disqualification or separation.
Applicants whose qualifications most closely align with the County’s needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status typically occurs within two to three weeks after the closing date. Some applicants may receive short notice to participate in additional selection steps, which may include assessments, phone screens, or interviews.
Upon offer, compensation is based on a range of job-related factors, including the requirements of the role, your skills and experience, and internal pay equity.
Our Welcoming Workplace Commitment:
Pierce County is committed to fostering a Welcoming Workplace where employees are supported, respected, and able to thrive. We believe a strong public workforce is representative of the community it serves and that fair and just access to opportunity strengthens public service.
Guided by the County Executive’s Forward Together mission, Pierce County works to build communities that are safe, welcoming, and connected. This same commitment shapes how we recruit, develop, and retain our employees. County employees make a direct and visible impact in the lives of residents every day, and we invite you to join us in helping keep Pierce County a place people are proud to call home.
