Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission

Job Title: Construction Project Coordinator 3

Location: Tumwater, WA

Closes: First review of applications will be 5/28/24 after that the applications will be review weekly. Therefore, you are encouraged to submit your application materials as soon as possible. The hiring manager reserves the right to close the posting at any time once a selection has been made.

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This recruitment is for a full-time Construction Project Coordinator 3 position in the SW Region Capitol Programs office located at the Headquarters building in Tumwater, Washington. Working hours are generally Monday- Friday 8:00am - 5:30pm (flex time as agreed by the supervisor) with the option to telework within a commutable distance. This position may require you to travel as needed to accomplish assignments.

This Construction Project Coordinator 3 reports to the SW Region Capital Manager and directly supports State Parks' mission by providing construction management services for capital funded construction projects. As a construction project coordinator, your primary responsibilities include managing consultants through the design and construction phases of capital improvement projects in the SW Region.

This critical role requires an experienced Construction Project Coordinator with good communication skills and a working knowledge of the theories, principles, and practices of architectural & engineering design, project management, and construction for project ranging from $250,000 to $5,000,000 . Our ideal candidate has an eye for details and a heart for public service.

Want to join a great organization? State parks connect all Washingtonians to their diverse natural and cultural heritage and provides memorable recreational and educational experiences that enhance their lives, this is a mission like no other state agency. We are looking for someone who enjoys working and collaborating within a multi-disciplinary team. We listen to customers and team members to understand what they need and expect. We promote creativity, learning and improvement to meet those needs and adapt to the ever-changing environment. We measure our results and seek feedback to improve our deliverables. For more information on Washington State Parks, click here.

In this role, you will coordinate, direct, and review the development of contract documents, reports and studies by Architecture and Engineering (A&E) firms for park construction projects. Provide construction management services and/or manage A&E construction management services for park construction projects. Develop cost estimates and cost analysis required for capital budget development and project costs.

Duties include but are not limited to:

* All facets of capital project consultant management.

* Oversight of planning, design and permitting for various capital park construction projects including:

* Solicit, develop and negotiate AE agreements, personal service contracts, emergency contracts, and interagency agreements.

* Administer AE agreements, personal service contracts, emergency contracts, and interagency agreements.

* Serve as the project representative with consultants, other contracted professionals and internal staff.

* Work with external regulators and interested entities in determining the best methods for resolving development and permitting issues related to capital projects.

* Provide construction management services for capital construction projects to ensure compliance with contract documents including:

* Bidding support and award evaluation services.

* Administer AE construction management services.

* Perform construction management services.

* Perform Contract dispute resolution, change order negotiation and preparation.

* Coordinate with park staff and others during construction.

* Develop written reports addressing progress and compliance issues.

* Develop capital budget submittals, including scopes of work, project cost estimates, and assist in the development of operational impacts for proposed capital projects.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Please Note: This position is designated as In-training and may be filled at the Construction Project Coordinator 2 or 3 level depending on qualifications. If filled at the 2 level the incumbent will advance to the 3 level after satisfactory completion of the Construction Project Coordinator 2 level training requirements.

Construction Project Coordinator 2: Salary range $5,341 - $ 7,184

* A Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering or a closely related field AND

* Three (3) years of experience in engineering, architecture or landscape architect including one (1) year of relevant construction management experience.

* Valid driver's license.

* Additional qualifying experience may be substituted year for year for two (2) years of education.

Construction Project Coordinator 3: Salary range $6,510 - $ 8,758

* A Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering or a closely related field. AND

* Four (4) years of experience in engineering, architecture or landscape architect including one (1) year of relevant construction management experience.

* Valid driver's license.

* Additional qualifying experience may be substituted year for year for two (2) years of education.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* Experience managing architectural site and/or utility construction projects.

* Experience with a construction company.

* Experience developing and preparing design and construction documents in the office of a licensed or registered architect or engineer.

* A professional license/certification in Engineering, Architecture, Landscape Architecture or Construction Management.

HOW TO APPLY

To ensure consideration, please complete the online job application and profile at: www.careers.wa.gov.

You must attach or embed in your application the following:

* Letter of Interest specifically addressing the qualifications listed in this announcement

* Current resume

* Three professional references

All requested materials must be submitted. Incomplete or late application materials will not be accepted. Failure to follow the application process may disqualify you from further consideration.

Please read the supplemental questions carefully and answer completely. Incomplete responses, including "please see resume" may disqualify you from further consideration.

This position is included in the non-supervisory bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). For more information: https://wfse.org/Diversity Policy Statement

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is committed to creating an equitable, hospitable, appreciative, safe, and inclusive park environment - one that embraces the full spectrum of all community members' contributions. The Commission makes this commitment because:

* Diversity strengthens the workforce in competence and ability

* Celebrating diversity appreciates and values individual differences

* Diversity serves an increasingly heterogeneous society

* Diversity helps ensure the relevance of a state park system, its mission, properties, and programs to the people of this state today and in the future

* Diversity is crucial to our ability to serve all citizens

The Commission encourages and supports staff efforts to reach out to people of all races, national origins, abilities, religions, sexual orientations, veteran status, ages, and genders who use the parks and who live in communities nearby parks. This outreach is to focus on engaging in partnerships that expand programs and services in a way that is meaningful and of value to all people. The Commission is dedicated to offering quality experiences to all visitors through a workforce and volunteer corps that reflects the diversity of

Washington State.

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.

Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the human resources office at (360) 902-8565. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.

For information about this position, please contact Brian Yearout at Brian.Yearout@parks.wa.gov or (360) 725-9763.

For information about the recruitment or hiring process, please contact Wendy Vandel at Wendy.vandel@parks.wa.gov or call (360) 902 8688.