Senior Construction Manager - Engineer III

ABOUT THE ROLE Join the Facilities Engineering and Science Section (FESS) within the Solid Waste Division (SWD) of King County as a senior construction manager in the new Construction and Asset Management Unit (CAMU). Serving as the owner's representative, you will provide construction leadership, oversight, and coordination for capital projects at eight Recycling and Transfer Stations (RTS) and closed landfills. You will work closely with contractors, consultants, and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contract requirements and quality standards. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Oversee multiple construction management consultant work order contracts supporting project progress, scheduling, BMP adherence, inspections, and testing of constructed materials and equipment. - Manage construction management consultant contracts and invoices; review RFIs, meeting minutes, submittals, and shop drawings for conformance with plans and specifications. - Assist the project team with contract change order preparations, reviews, and negotiations. - Support the implementation of a commissioning program for facilities and equipment, ensuring asset data collection and compliance with acceptable construction methods. - Provide direction and support to construction managers for daily activities to meet project delivery goals. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Progressive experience in civil engineering, construction inspection, construction management, or equivalent training (including individual coursework, certifications, and/or field experience). - Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, engineering details, and specifications, and relate them to specific construction project experience. - Strong oral and written communication skills to effectively direct and coordinate work as the owner's representative and primary contact between contractors, construction management professionals, and stakeholders. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS - Must reside in Washington State and be within a reasonable distance of King County worksites to meet onsite reporting requirements. - On-site reporting: typically 3 or more days a week during the dry weather construction season, and 1 or more days a week during the wet weather season. - Physical requirements include bending, lifting, climbing stairs, and other physical activities associated with construction inspections. - Desired qualifications include knowledge of WSDOT, APWA, and CSI Standard Specifications; knowledge of transfer stations and landfills; and an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in construction management, contract management experience, Engineer-in-Training status, or construction trade certifications. SELECTION PROCESS - Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness, and alignment with the essential experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills. - Selected candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews. HOW TO APPLY - Submit a complete Application. - Resume (optional). - A Cover Letter no longer than one page (optional). - Note: Applications missing required materials will be considered incomplete and ineligible for further consideration. Additional documents will not be considered during minimum qualification screening. - For accommodation requests or questions, contact Jalynn Davis at jalydavis@kingcounty.gov. EMPLOYMENT DETAILS - Employer: King County - Location: King Street Center - 201 S Jackson St, Seattle, WA (with rotation to various RTS sites) - Job Type: Career Service (Exec), Full Time - Job Number: 2026JKD27602 - Department: DNRP-Natural Resources & Parks, SWD - Solid Waste - Opening Date: 09/03/2026 - Closing Date: 9/17/2026 11:59 PM Pacific - FLSA: Non-Exempt (overtime eligible) - Hours/Week: 40 hours/week - Bargaining Unit: C1 : PROTEC17-DES, DLS, DNRP