Senior Project Manager (Construction Project Coordinator 4)

Description

Senior Project Manager (Construction Project Coordinator 4) Monday - Friday | 8AM - 5PM | HYBRID NOTE: The hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time after the required posting period, and during the recruitment process. It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible. Additionally, t his is a home-based hybrid position, with the requirement to come into the office and travel to project sites as needed. The Department of Enterprise Services (DES) provides centralized business services to state government agencies; to other public entities such as cities, counties and tribes; and to Washington residents. DES' mission is to strengthen the business of government for a sustainable and just future. Learn more about DES. The Facility Professional Services (FPS) Division provides professional public works project management, energy efficiency and facility planning services to effectively meet the needs of its customers in support of their service to Washington. About the Opportunity: As a Senior Project Manager and client advocate for assigned state facilities within the Engineering & Architectural Services Program (EAS), you will lead a team of project managers as well as provide project management by overseeing the design, contract administration, and construction of complex public works projects for the Washington State Military Department. In this senior supervisory role, you will guide and back up team members, assist leadership with project assignments, and direct and review private design firms' work to ensure high-quality designs, specifications, and cost controls for construction of state projects. Additionally, you will partner with clients on capital planning and biennial budget requests, while providing high-level oversight on key collaborative projects with the Washington State Military Department. Throughout all operations, you will drive continuous improvement by actively applying and promoting Lean principles to deliver efficient, cost-effective services.

Duties

Some of what you'll enjoy doing includes:

• Lead and supervise assigned project managers, guiding team project assignments, financial plans, and contractual approvals (including agreements, amendments, and change orders).
• Oversee the complete lifecycle of major public works projects, by managing design, construction, delivery methods, scope, schedules, and budgets.
• Ensure full statutory and policy compliance across all project operations, aligning with RCWs, WACs, DES standards, and grant or funding requirements while coordinating closely with contract specialists and external consultants.
• Direct and oversee all project delivery phases for concurrent public works and facility improvements, from initial planning, design, and permitting through bidding, construction, and final close-out.
• Provide comprehensive contract and construction administration, performing periodic site inspections, tracking critical paths, and resolving punch list or warranty claim issues to achieve substantial completion.
• Manage financial performance and administrative approvals by evaluating project invoices, contract amendments, and change order proposals to ensure budgets remain within authorized limits.
• Supervise and collaborate with staff, private consultants, and contractors to define scopes of work, review work products, and maintain strict alignment with project schedules and cost estimates.
• Contract and manage concurrent architectural and engineering design services for state facility projects, negotiating consultant fees per OFM guidelines and approving bid documents, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Perform comprehensive technical reviews of work products from staff, private consultants, and contractors while tracking project documentation, including RFIs, ASIs, and field authorizations through construction and closeout.
• Proactively identify and mitigate project risks through collaborative problem-solving, advising leadership of schedule or budget threats while strictly monitoring cost controls, bid estimates, A/E fee proposals, and contractual milestone deadlines throughout design and construction.
• Other duties as needed.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Ten (10) years of combined relevant education and/or experience.

  • Qualifying experience includes:

    • Seasoned experience in the management of all phases of the state's capital construction program and ability to make critical decisions affecting design and construction.

    • Knowledge of theory, principals, and practices of architectural design, with emphasis on planning and design of public buildings and facilities.

    • Knowledge of architectural and building materials, construction methods, construction scheduling, and contract administration.

    • Knowledge of design services, construction cost estimating, and government capital budget procedures.

  • Qualifying education includes major study in architecture, engineering, or construction management from an accredited institution.

• Ability to:

  • Manage multiple concurrent projects while directing consultants, contractors, and FPS team members through workload prioritization, assignment, review, and approval.

  • Collaborate effectively and communicate professionally with diverse internal and external stakeholders, including engineers, architects, client agencies, and contractors.

  • Adapt flexibly to shifting business needs while demonstrating strong initiative, proficiency in core business software, and a collaborative work ethic.

• Willingness and initiative to partner with customers and vendors to achieve desired outcomes, and build upon working relationships, acquiring a keen perspective on the customer's business and operational needs using a broadening perspective to help resolve more complex and difficult issues.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Competencies

Incumbents to this position must possess and demonstrate the following competencies:

• Able to learn and understand the language and concepts of our DES DEI culture and commit to being a part of creating and maintaining a diverse, equitable, respectful and inclusive workplace.
• Demonstrate a commitment to growth, learning and self-awareness when provided training and opportunities to participate in improving our work environment.
• Participate and behave in a manner that creates trust and builds working relationships, promoting teamwork and collaboration in the work environment.
• Demonstrate the understanding that all people are valued; contribute to an equitable, inclusive and respectful environment when working with members of the group, team, organization or community.
• Commit to being an active participant in continually evaluating and improving strategies that promote equity and inclusion in our organization.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Licensed as a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect in the State of Washington or in a state having reciprocity.
• Familiarity with Washington State legislative processes, database software and digital communications, LEED objectives and practices, and the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) process.
• Experience with quality assurance efforts, constructability checks, life cycle cost analysis, and resolving contractor disputes.

Supplemental Information

How to Apply: Interested? We would love to hear from you! Click "Apply" at the top of this page to start your application. You can save the application and come back to it, if needed. Be sure to complete the application fully to include a full work history and responses to the supplemental questions. Please attach the following documents to be considered for the position. Failure to do so may result in you not being considered for the position:

1. A letter of interest that shows your personality and voice to describe why you are the successful candidate and how you meet the specific qualifications for this position.

2. A current resume detailing your experience and education.

3. A list of at least three (3) professional references with current contact information (attached or available to provide at the time of interview)

**Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.) NOTE: By submitting these materials, you are indicating that all information is true and correct. The state may verify information. Any untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from the applicant pool or dismissal if employed. A resume will not substitute for completing the "duties summary" section or supplemental questions of the application. Please do not "refer to resume" for detail, or your application may be disqualified.

Background Check Notice:

Prior to any new appointment into the Department of Enterprise Services, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Washington Fair Chance Act: We are committed to providing equitable access to employment opportunities. If a criminal background check is required for employment at an agency, it will occur only after a conditional offer of employment has been made and accepted. Applicants are not required to disclose criminal history during the hiring process prior to a conditional offer. Criminal history will not automatically exclude an applicant from consideration and will be reviewed on an individual basis consistent with applicable law and the requirements of the position. Learn more about the Washington Fair Chance Act: Washington Fair Chance act guide .

Opportunity for All: The Department of Enterprise Services celebrates our differences and we are committed to a workplace that supports equal opportunity employment and inclusion regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity diversity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws. You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our organization. Contact Information: For questions about this recruitment or to request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact George Deguzman via email at jobs@des.wa.gov . 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. Follow DES on LinkedIn , Twitter and Facebook | Subscribe to DES job alerts

Benefits

More than Just a Paycheck! Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs. Read about our benefits: The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time. Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits. Insurance Benefits Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website . The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs . Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses. Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction. The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees. Retirement and Deferred Compensation State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems ' web site. Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options. Social Security All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system. Public Service Loan Forgiveness If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Holidays Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year. Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information . Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday. Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave. Sick Leave Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave. Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday. Vacation (Annual Leave) Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165 (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave. Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165 (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday. As provided in WAC 357-58-175 , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165. Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave. Military Leave Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year. Bereavement Leave Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave. Additional Leave Leave Sharing Parental Leave Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Leave Without Pay Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits. Updated 01-07-2026