Senior Capital Projects Coordinator

Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is recruiting for a Capital Projects Coordinator, Senior. This CPC, Sr is responsible for leading and performing core workspace work (office planning, furniture requests, and moves) and high value, complicated workspace remodel projects for all 32 SPU workforce facilities In-city and across the region. The work performed by this position supports SPU staff across all lines of business and branches.

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About Seattle Public Utilities (SPU): Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a Community Centered Utility whose mission is to foster healthy people, environment, and economy by partnering with our community to equitably manage water and waste resources for today and future generations. We deliver high quality, vital services, across four major lines of business: providing water, solid waste, drainage and wastewater services for Seattle residents and businesses. In addition, SPU provides drinking water for 1.5 million regional customers in Seattle and other municipalities. Our customers depend on us to deliver high quality, reliable, and cost-conscious utility services and to achieve the highest benefits possible for every investment we make.

For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), please visit: 

• SPU Website
• SPU Workplace Expectations (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader)
• Strategic Business Plan

SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring, and promotional opportunities. 

Why join us?

We know work isn’t only about what you do it’s also about who you work for and with! SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports a work life balance, including: 

• Family-friendly and multicultural work environment 
• Generous benefits package  
• Free public transportation options 
• City pension plan with employer/employee contributions 
• Growth potential and advancement opportunities 

This position leads the management and implementation of workspace needs for staff located at all SPU’s 32 workforce facilities (in city and regional, owned and leased spaces).  The Workspace Management Team is a team of two responsible for implementing all workspace management including furniture requests, moves, space planning and reconfigurations, and remodels. Examples of duties include:

• Manage, track and implement a large and varied portfolio of workspace requests and projects, and serve as a project manager for large, complex capital projects.
• Lead large, complex capital projects from concept to completion, directly managing project scope, schedule and budget.
• Track all project phases and costs using SPU’s Project and Portfolio Management (PPM) System including schedule, milestones, and budget to ensure compliance with specifications and budgetary requirements.
• Work closely with staff across the utility and three lines of business, division directors, chief operating officers, SPU Leadership Team, and the SPU Executive Team as well as the Department of Finance and Administrative Services and Information Technology Department.     
• Hire and manage vendors, consultants, and contractors through all design and construction phases.
• Ensure vendor contracts are current and sufficient for needed services.
• Review quotes and approve payments to vendors and contractors including verification and accuracy of product and service invoices.
• Prepare reports, correspondence, advertisements and official documents and give presentations. 
• Develop and present clear technical documents, proposals, and presentations.
• Develop and implement communications and change management plans.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Experience: Minimum of four (4) years of project or construction management or related experience.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Business Administration, Urban Planning or related field.
   
Experience and Education Equivalency: Combinations of appropriate education, training, certification, and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability to the minimum education and experience requirements.  

License, Certification and Other Requirement: Current Washington State driver’s license or evidence of equivalent mobility.

Desired Qualifications: 

• Experience with workspace management type work (furniture requests, moves, space planning and reconfigurations, and remodels). 
• Experience leading work on cross-functional teams or matrixed organizations where coordination with various stakeholders were required.
• Familiarity using systems to manage service requests and work orders and to track capital project performance.
• Knowledgeable about public works contracting and government procurement processes.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering design documents including plans, specifications, and engineering reports.
• Experience with continuous improvements and change management in a workspace environment. 
• Successful at solving problems in a fast-paced work environment. 
• Strong customer service skills.

How to Apply: In addition to fully completing the online application, please attach your resume and cover letter. Your cover letter should address your knowledge and experience related to the position.

Workplace Environment: The employee in this position will be required to come into the office five days a week, Monday - Friday. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor.

The full salary range for this position is $64.17 - $74.86 per hour.

Benefits: The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holidays, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans

Who may apply: The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

If you have any questions, please contact Uma Suseelan at [email protected]
Learn more about Seattle Public Utilities at our web page www.seattle.gov/util/