Public Works Project Manager 1 (OPEN & PROMOTIONAL)

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Employee Type:

Regular

Department:

County Road

Salary:

$76,059.02 - $105,941.90 Annually / $6,338.25 - $8,828.49 Monthly / $36.57 - $50.93 Hourly

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Overtime Eligibile:

No

Job Posting Date Range:

07/24/2026 - Until Filled

Job Summary:

WHO MAY APPLY: This recruitment is open to all applicants meeting the minimum requirements. Priority consideration will be given to Spokane County employees in a position covered by the Public Works Guild bargaining unit applying 7.24.2026-7.31.2026

This position performs professional work employing considerable project management skills to manage multiple high-priority projects within the Public Works Department. Work may be focused on a specific project phase, or may span all project phases from inception through completion. The position allocated to this class is responsible for the effective planning and management of high-priority projects. Work is performed with considerable independence under the general direction of the Senior Management, or a designee. Supervision may be a function of positions under this classification.

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Plans and implements multi-faceted projects and programs that typically involve coordination and considerable interaction with County staff, governmental and community agencies, community groups, the general public, etc.
• Follows defined project management methodology to achieve positive results.
• Facilitates the definition of project scope, goals and deliverables.
• Writes project specifications.
• Defines project tasks and resource requirements.
• Develops full scale project plans.
• Implements and manages project changes and interventions to achieve project goals.
• Assembles, reviews and maintains all pertinent documentation.
• Estimates and manages project budget and resource allocation.
• Prepares detailed cost estimates as needed.
• Plans and schedules project timelines.
• Tracks project deliverables using appropriate tools.
• Provides direction and support to project team.
• Assists in training others on project management skills.
• Evaluates project for adherence to quality assurance plans.
• Monitors and reports on progress of the project to all stakeholders.
• Identifies, tracks, manages and mitigates risk.
• Escalates issues when necessary to ensure minimal impact to quality, budget, and timeline.
• Maintains project compliance in each aspect of project.
• Performs other related duties as required/assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree and four (4) years of professional experience managing public works projects, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• OR any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the desired knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the work.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) is desirable.
• Possession of a valid Washington Driver's License at time of hire and for the duration of employment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of project management principles and practices.
• Knowledge of standard procedures used in completion of projects, including quality control.
• Knowledge of operations and requirements for the assigned department or area.
• Knowledge of finance and budgeting for purposes of project management.
• Skilled in communicating effectively both orally and in writing, sufficient to exchange or convey information and to give and receive work direction.
• Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with key stakeholders.
• Skilled in critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Skilled in the use of personal computers and related computer software applications.
• Skilled in applying effective customer service techniques.
• Skilled in interpersonal, communication, facilitation and presentation skills.
• Skilled in planning and organizing.
• Skilled in department or area operating processes, computer applications, operating systems and current technologies.
• Ability to plan, organize, lead and manage complex and multiple projects from start to finish.
• Ability to plan, assign, schedule, direct and evaluate the work of others.
• Ability to research legal documents, codes, and regulations.
• Ability to review and evaluate the work of others and provide advice and assistance on work improvements.
• Ability to write reports and other documents in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to organize work tasks to complete projects in accordance with established deadlines.
• Ability to use sound judgment and work effectively with only general supervision.
• Ability to deal with the public in a pleasant, courteous, and calm manner and explain technical materials, when necessary, in an understandable manner.
• Ability to work effectively in a highly stressful environment.

BEHAVIORAL STANDARDS

All County employees are responsible for contributing to a safe and positive work environment, actively demonstrating the County values in their daily work and interactions:

• Respect: Appreciating and valuing customers, other County employees and County leadership by showing courtesy, friendliness and fairness. Communicating in a productive and professional manner.
• Accountability: Honoring and delivering on commitments by taking responsibility for personal actions and results; being a responsible steward of public resources and the trust County residents have placed in each of us.
• Integrity: Modelling transparent and ethical behavior and demonstrating it with honest and trustworthy behaviors and actions; leading by example and performing work to the highest standards.
• Innovation: Striving for excellence by actively pursuing opportunities for new and improved methods, procedures or technologies; fostering an environment of engagement and empowerment and embracing continuous improvement.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• The work environment is primarily inside, where the noise and temperature levels are moderate.

Total Compensation:

$97,356 - $135,606 Annually

Total compensation is an estimate based upon base compensation, median retirement fund contributions, and current employer-paid health and related benefit contribution rates (including medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, and leave). The actual total will vary depending upon each employee's enrollment choices.