CSO Capital Project Manager

Job Description:

CSO Capital Project Manager

Description

Summary

This opportunity is open to current King County employees. We are not accepting external applications at this time.

WTD is working on an effort called the Mouth of Duwamish Wet Weather Facilities Program that will reduce overflows from 5 combined sewer outfalls where the Duwamish River meets Elliott Bay. The Mouth of Duwamish Wet Weather Facilities Program is one of the largest investments and most complex efforts in water pollution control infrastructure the regional system will undertake. The effort will help King County be a good environmental steward by improving water quality. We must control CSO overflows and limit pollution to Duwamish River and Elliott Bay to do our part in creating healthy water bodies where communities and wildlife thrive and to meet regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate and assume a key role in delivery of this regional water pollution control infrastructure. Working on a Program of this size and budget is rare. The successful applicant will get the opportunity to measurably progress their career.

About the Role:

The CSOs were designed many decades ago to be overflow relief points in the sewer system during periods of heavy rain. Today, to better protect local water bodies, King County is investing in solutions to limit the number of overflows that occur and to ensure we are meeting regulatory requirements to protect water quality and public health.
This position follows a hybrid work model, blending remote and in-person work.
About the Team:

The King County Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) CSO Delivery Unit manages Projects to plan, design, and construct facilities that control combined sewer overflows (CSOs) in accordance with regulatory requirements to protect water quality and public health. Facilities range from new large gray infrastructure to smaller existing facility modifications. While carrying out the Program to abate water pollution associated with CSOs, WTD is committed to local agency coordination and appropriate incorporation of King County initiatives such as Equity and Social Justice, Strategic Climate Action Plan, and Clean Water Healthy Habitat goals.

Join our team dedicated to ensuring clean water for generations to come! With about 1000 employees engaged in planning, designing, building, and operating treatment facilities, our agency is at the forefront of environmental stewardship. Success for us means upholding our legacy while promising future generations a pristine environment.

We partner with regulatory agencies to reduce harmful waste discharge and actively educate the public and businesses on water quality protection. We prioritize accountability to our ratepayers and operate a well-managed agency that services over 2.3 million King County residents. Our regional wastewater treatment system not only sustains a healthy environment but also fuels economic development, fostering prosperity in our region. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative environment, join us in our mission to safeguard our precious water resources.
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. As a CSO Capital Project Manager , 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 Wastewater Treatment Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). 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.

Job Duties

What You Will Be Doing :

• Lead management of complex, high-risk wastewater capital new infrastructure projects from concept through final implementation that require preparation of plans, specifications, estimates and scopes of work for public bidding, request for proposal process and/or internal use.
• Lead and direct large, high-priority, high-risk capital projects, which require considerable resources and high levels of functional integration.
• The position will focus on delivery of combined sewer overflow facilities and potential large projects to direct which are elements of Mouth of Duwamish Wet Weather Facilities such as SODO Wet Weather Treatment Station, Chelan Wet Weather Storage, and other projects as described in the most recent program update the 2018 CSO Control Program Update .
• Develop, implement and manage capital project scope of work, schedule, budget and contract requirements; execute plans for the design, procurement and construction phase of assigned projects.
• Support/lead negotiations with partners in the delivery effort.
• Represent WTD on internal and external communication and coordination efforts.
  

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Qualifications You Bring:

• A bachelor’s degree in project/program management, engineering, construction management, business administration or closely related field is required.
• Work history of progressively responsible experience as a capital project manager responsible for design and construction project delivery through all phases of project implementation.
• Advanced knowledge of project management processes and knowledge areas as described by the Project Management Institute’s Project Management Body of Knowledge.
• Knowledge of engineering and construction management techniques and principles, contract administration principles, and critical path method (CPM) project scheduling.
• Experience working with capital facility delivery methods including design bid build, General Contractor Construction Manager (GCCM), and Progressive Design Build (PDB).
• Skill in managing a number of projects or programs concurrently.
• Skill in multi-mode communications to different audiences, ability to build partnerships, skill in conflict resolution, strategic and tactile problem solving, team building and leading project teams.

Competencies You Bring :

• Manages Complexity - Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Decision Quality - Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Balances Stakeholders - Anticipating and balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders.
• Strategic Mindset - Seeing ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies.
• Directs Work - Providing direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to get work done.
• Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

It Would Be Great if You Also Bring:

• One to four years of progressively responsible work experience as a capital project manager responsible for project delivery through all phases of delivery.
• Expert knowledge of contract administration and enforcement techniques and principles.
• Advanced skills working with the public including diverse communities to maintain effective relationships.
• Ability to work through complexity to solve problems.
• Skill and knowledge in handling politically sensitive issues, intergovernmental relations, and legislative process.
• Project Management Institute certifications or equivalent including Project Management Professional (PMP).

Supplemental Information

Work Condition:

• Work Details: The CSO Delivery 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 the business needs and is subject to change.The primary onsite location is the collaboration space at King Street Center - 201 S. Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98104, future Project Office is SODO area of Seattle and other wastewater treatment facilities.
• Requirement: Employees must reside in Washington State and be within a reasonable distance to King County worksites to meet onsite reporting requirements. King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
• Work Schedule: This position is exempt from the overtime provision of the Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) and is not overtime eligible.
• Union Representation: This position is represented by Technical Employees’ Association (TEA) - Wastewater Treatment Division.
• Physical Requirement: Office work setting with some time on construction sites.

Application and Selection Process:
We welcome applications from all qualified internal King County employees only. 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.

Anticipated Timeline for this recruitment : (subject to change )

• P anel interview: Virtual interviews will be held in March 2026
  

To apply, submit a:

• Complete Application
• Optional Resume (will be reviewed if submitted)
• Optional Cover Letter (will be reviewed if submitted)
• Responses to the supplemental questions

Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.

W ho to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Mark Workinger at [email protected]

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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.

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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
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.

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
• 12paid holidays each year plus twopersonal 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.

NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.

For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.

Closing Date/Time: 3/5/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$135,073.74 - $171,214.16 Annually