Arch Staffing and Consulting Hiring for Capital Project Manager Job at Everett, WA Full Time

Job Location : Everett, Washington

Arch Staffing and Consulting has partnered with a leading Transport organization in their search for an Capital Project Manager (Capital Development) role in the state of Washington.

What’s in it for you?

• Full Time, Direct Hire
• Comprehensive and competitive benefits
• Wellness Programs like fitness centers, health club membership etc.
• Extensive Employee Assistance Program including family members
• Paid Time Off
• High Premium Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits available to employees and eligible dependents
• Life Insurance Cover and more which are unparalleled in the industry.

Synopsis:

Responsible for planning and managing assigned capital projects within the constraints of scope, quality, time, and cost, to deliver specified requirements and meet customer satisfaction. Position is responsible for writing proposals, estimating costs, developing budget proposals, developing schedules, drafting contracts, overseeing consultants, and interacting with staff, consultants, and members of the public for assigned projects. Position requires strong project management and communications skills, the ability to coordinate with both internal and external committees, understanding of contract administration and oversight in a public setting, and the ability to ensure all aspects of the project mature in the same timeline.

The capital program includes planning and construction of multimillion dollar transit infrastructure projects such as transit centers and stations, park and ride facilities, operating/maintenance bases as well as new initiatives such as bus rapid transit and transit oriented development.

Synopsis

1. Research, document and refine project scope, business case, and requirements for assigned projects. Ensure that all technical, operational, regulatory, business and customer requirements are effectively addressed.

2. Develop project implementation plans including work breakdown structure, schedule, cost estimates and contingencies. Develop and recommend project budget. Establish baseline project plans and forecasts. Establish schedule and budget controls. Facilitate project risk reviews and develop appropriate contingencies and mitigation.

3. Procure and manage all necessary consultant services according to company procedure. Coordinate, direct and monitor the work of consultants and contract engineers. Approve or recommend all required commitments. Sign contracts, purchase orders, and task orders per company policies and procedures. Review and approve appropriate project expenditures including contractor requisitions and invoices. Prepare and approve change orders per company policies. Liaise with suppliers and contractors. Review and approve deviations to the project plan and engineering design. Track and manage contractor work to successful completion. Conduct quality assurance and quality control as appropriate.

4. Ensure all regulatory requirements are met including federal, state, and local requirements for right of way acquisition, environmental impacts, design/build, permitting, workplace safety, public involvement etc. Organize and administer staff, contractors, and agencies to obtain necessary permits and approvals; negotiate improvements and use with authorities and property owners.

5. Monitor project implementation, report status, and adjust plans as necessary to accomplish project. Communicate status, issues and risks to project stakeholders including the CEO and Board of Directors. Manage and communicate tradeoffs between scope, quality, time, and cost.

6. Prepare short term plans as project progresses. Develop and Implement plans to mitigate construction impacts on transit service, traffic flow, local communities, and agency employees.

7. Coordinate and manage all resources devoted to the project. Assemble and lead a project team consisting of all appropriate stakeholders and contributors including agency staff, engineers, local/federal/state representatives, consultants and community leaders. Direct and motivate staff and consultants on the project team. Schedule and lead project meetings with contractors, staff, and external agencies to secure input and provide direction. Communicate effectively with architects, engineers, permitting authorities, funding authorities, private developers and internal staff.

8. Complete projects in a professional manner meeting budget, schedule, quality, and safety objectives as planned. Ensure satisfactory transfer of control upon project completion. Complete project closeout in a timely manner and prepare end of project report.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate Capital Project Manager
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Public Administration or related fields providing strong project management background. Project management certification desired.
* 1-2 years of experience managing complex projects from planning phase through construction including contract administration and oversight
* 1-2 years of experience organizing, presenting, facilitating, and negotiating with diverse stakeholders and user groups.
* 1-2 years of experience quality assurance and coordination with staff and contractors engaged in program development, procurement and implementation of equipment and systems.
* Public sector experience preferred especially planning and construction of transit and transportation infrastructure.

Capital Project Manager (Pay Range: $98,043 – $137,259)
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Public Administration or related fields providing strong project management background. Project management certification desired.

* Three years of experience managing complex projects from planning phase through construction including contract administration and oversight.

* Three years of experience organizing, presenting, facilitating, and negotiating with diverse stakeholders and user groups.

* Three years of experience quality assurance and coordination with staff and contractors engaged in program development, procurement and implementation of equipment and systems.

* Public sector experience preferred especially planning and construction of transit and transportation infrastructure.

Senior Capital Project Manager (Pay Range: $106,551 – $149,172)

* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Public Administration or related fields providing strong project management background.
* Five (5) years of experience managing complex projects from planning phase through construction including contract administration and oversight.
* Five (5) years of experience organizing, presenting, facilitating, and negotiating with diverse stakeholders and user groups.
* Five (5) years of experience quality assurance and coordination with staff and contractors engaged in program development, procurement and implementation of equipment and systems.

***An equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above may be considered.***

Entry Requirements for: Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge:

1. Principles and practices of project management including scope development, cost estimating, scheduling, construction management and project control.

2. Federal, state and local legislation and regulations governing land use, environmental impact, construction and transit operations.

3. General principles and practices of transportation planning, transit operations, and infrastructure design including design for bus and auto operations, pedestrian access and safety, aesthetics and integration into local community, administrative and maintenance facility design.

4. Common budgetary practices.

5. Contract administration.

Applicants who meet the minimum requirements may be asked to provide a portfolio sample of work, scheduled for an interview as well as a variety of tests to demonstrate knowledge and skills for the position. The evaluation process may include interviews, background checks, reference checks and various performance tests.

Employee Benefits:

Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees participate in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and have the option to enroll in the agency’s deferred compensation plan. In addition to WA Paid Sick Leave, employees in this position, accrue of 24 days of Paid Time off (192 hours) in their first year and nine (9) paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Full list of all benefits and details can be found here.

Effective January 1, 2022, all new employees must provide proof of fully vaccinated status on or before their first workday. People are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after their second dose in a two-dose series or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine.

If you have a family member, or share the same living quarters of a current agency employee, please let your Human Resources Recruiter know as your eligibility for this position will be affected.

Agency provides a tobacco-free and drug-free work environment. As a recipient of federal funds, agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on an basis prohibited by Federal, State or Local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status or disability.

Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees participate in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and have the option to enroll in the agency’s deferred compensation plan.

In addition to WA Paid Sick Leave, employees in this position, accrue of 24 days of Paid Time off (192 hours) in their first year and nine (9) paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Full list of all benefits and details can be found here.

As a recipient of federal funds, this employer is an Equal Opportunity employer & does not unlawfully discriminate on any basis prohibited by Federal, State or Local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status or disability.

About Arch Staffing and Consulting

Arch is a diverse and global staffing firm incorporated in 1993. Along with our other divisions, we employ over 20,000 consultants in 72 offices around the world. Arch Staffing & Consulting will be the premier global staffing resource our clients, candidates and colleagues count on. We focus on finding our candidates their ideal job and we help our clients find ideal candidates.

Arch provides professional and commercial services for all industries, including information technology, accounting & finance, administrative, skilled trades, engineering, healthcare and industrial.

Our team has more than 100 years of combined experience in the staffing industry, and a large network of proven talent. We have built a culture that attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. At Arch Staffing, placement is just the beginning of the process.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $98,043.00 – $149,172.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience do you have in managing complex projects from planning phase through construction including contract administration and oversight ?
• Do you have exposure in quality assurance, procurement and implementation of equipment and systems?
• How many years of experience do you have in presenting, facilitating, and negotiating with diverse stakeholders and user groups?

Work Location: One location