Project Representative - WCM V

Job Description:

Project Representative - WCM V

Description

Summary

The Construction Management Unit in the WTD is seeking a Wastewater Construction Management V - Project Representative to administer a variety of construction contracts including, work order, design-bid-build (low bid/lump sum), general contractor/construction manager, and design build type contracts with ($10k-$100M+). This is an opportunity to do challenging work on a variety of construction projects that help to protect our environment.

About the Role:

In this role, you will manage diverse construction contracts and oversee all facets of construction project execution. This is a high-impact opportunity to lead major infrastructure improvements that directly contribute to public health and environmental protection. You'll work in a collaborative setting, applying your expertise while gaining exposure to diverse teams and technical systems-all while making a meaningful difference in our community. This is a great opportunity to work on challenging construction projects as the direct liaison between the County and the Contractors, leading Construction Management teams.
This position follows a hybrid work model, blending remote and in-person work.
About the Team:

WTD protects public health and enhances the environment by collecting and treating wastewater while recycling valuable resources for the Puget Sound region. Population growth in the region and changing regulatory requirements coupled with aging infrastructure are resulting in an expansion of our capital construction programs. Over the next ten years, WTD will deliver several billion dollars’ worth of projects through a variety of contracting methods.

Join our team dedicated to ensuring clean water for generations to come! With over 900 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 Project Representative - WCM V , 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 :

• Administer overall implementation phase effort on WTD capital improvement program construction DBB (low bid), work/job order and/or DB/GCCM contracts as Owner Representative.
• Coordinates and leads teams of matrixed CIP personnel including Operations and Maintenance, engineering, community relations, permitting, environmental, right-of-way/property, project control, administrative support, construction management and design consultant staff.
• Ensures compliance with plan and specification requirements, manages project elements (i.e., scopes, schedules, budget, risk, communication, etc.), and develops and implements Inspection team QA/QC responses including construction activity coordination, start-up/testing plans and training, acceptance and resolves project issues, as required.
• Manages construction disputes, change order management process and follows KC WTD standards for documents management control and filing.
• Leads and coordinates construction closeout and works with team on project closeout phase.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Qualifications You Bring:

• A bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or a related technical field construction engineering/management experience, which includes 3 years of field inspection.
• Construction experience in operational industrial, water, and wastewater treatment facilities. Experience managing large, high profile, and technically and/or contractually complex public works construction contracts.
• Experience navigating construction claims/litigation.
• Additional experience in alternative construction delivery methods including progressive design build and/or GCCM.
• Construction experience in heavy civil construction or in operational wastewater treatment facilities.
• Relevant minimum experience (5 years) in Construction Management of wastewater facilities.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications and provide constructive, relevant comments to project managers, engineers and consultants.
• Working knowledge of relevant construction laws, ordinances, County policy, and contract terms and conditions.
• Working knowledge of codes, standard plans and specifications, and quality control methods.
• Thorough knowledge of current acceptable construction methods, practices, materials and equipment. At least two years of experience in construction of wastewater or heavy industrial facilities.
• Demonstrated ability to inspect material and workmanship, to recognize construction deficiencies and omissions requiring corrective action.
• Experience working with contractors to ensure compliance with contract requirements, job quality, safety, and timeliness.
• Ability to determine contract entitlement and to negotiate changes in a timely manner.
• Ability to plan and organize the work of a construction management team (inspectors, project control engineers, administrative assistants, and consultants), ensuring that assigned work is properly conducted.
• Ability to resolve conflicts within the team and with the contractor. to work with a diverse group of people; culturally, technically, personality, etc.
• Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing.
• Skill in the use of software for word-processing and data analysis necessary for work products.

Competencies You Bring :

• Decision Quality - Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Action Oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Manages Conflict - Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.
• Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

Required Licenses:

• Washington State Driver's License

It Would Be Great if You Also Bring:

• Undergraduate degree in related field
• Construction experience in operational industrial, water, and wastewater treatment facilities.
• Experience managing large, high profile, and technically and/or contractually complex public works construction contracts.
• Experience navigating construction claims/litigation.
• Additional experience in alternative construction delivery methods including progressive design build and/or GCCM.
• Construction experience in heavy civil construction or in operational wastewater treatment facilities.

Supplemental Information

Work Condition:

• Work Details: The Construction Management 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 the Brightwater Treatment plant - 22505 WA-9, Woodinville, WA 98072 additional onsite locations may include the collaboration space at King Street Center - 201 S. Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98104 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 covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible.
  
• Union Representation: This position is represented by Technical Employees’ Association (TEA) - Wastewater Treatment Division.
  

Application and Selection Process:
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. 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 the March 2026
  

To apply, submit a:

• Complete Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• 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]

Discover More About the Wastewater Treatment Division: Visit our website and check us out at Facebook , X (formerly Twitter) , Instagram , YouTube , and the WTD Blog .

Discover More About DNRP: Visit our DNRP website , explore an interactive map of our recent accomplishments and check us out at Facebook , X (formerly Twitter) , LinkedIn , TikTok , Instagram , YouTube and Keeping King County Green News .

Sign up for Job Alerts to be notified of additional career opportunities with King County. Select the Natural Resources category for DNRP opportunities and explore other categories of interest.

Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.

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.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
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: 3/10/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$139,552.19 - $176,890.48 Annually