Junior Project Manager (Construction Project Coordinator 2)

Junior Project Manager

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. This position will operate in a hybrid work setting, 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. 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.

As a Junior Project Manager, you will support senior project managers and program leadership in delivering planning, design, and construction projects across the Capitol Campus and other DES-managed facilities. You will provide field representation and general oversight, coordinate and review architectural and engineering plans, and help manage schedules, budgets, and risk control measures. In this role, you'll collaborate with client agencies, regulators, contractors, and DES teams to ensure projects meet legal, technical, and operational requirements. You will also contribute to project documentation, facilitate communication with stakeholders, and support process improvement efforts by applying LEAN principles to enhance efficiency and customer service.

Some of What You'll Enjoy Doing Includes :

• Conduct routine site visits, inspections, and oversight of active and assigned construction projects at state-owned or managed facilities.
• Review and provide feedback on plans, schedules, estimates, and specifications to ensure compliance with regulations, standards, and project requirements.
• Attend and participate in construction kick-off and progress meetings while monitoring contractor performance and project progress.
• Evaluate contractor submittals, respond to requests for information, and assist with punch lists, warranty claims, and project closeout activities.
• Support project and program managers, as well as the Claims and Disputes Manager, in evaluating costs and damages related to construction claims and contract disputes.
• Develop, review, and monitor scopes of work, schedules, and cost estimates for assigned projects and technical assignments.
• Lead and participate in project meetings throughout scoping, design, permitting, construction, and close-out phases.
• Oversee all phases of project delivery, including planning, budgeting, procurement, construction, and successful completion.
• Review, approve, and resolve issues related to invoices, change orders, contract amendments, punch lists, warranty claims, and project closeout activities.
• Maintain project files and documentation on the shared drive in compliance with agency standards.

Required Qualifications :

5 years of professional experience that demonstrates competency in architecture, engineering, or construction management. A combination of qualifying education and / or experience totaling 5 years may fulfill this requirement. Qualifying education would be in architecture, engineering, construction management, or related field. Qualifying experience would be in architecture, engineering design, facility construction, construction management, or related field.

Ability to :

Working knowledge of :

Preferred Qualifications :

Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Competencies Incumbents to this position must possess and demonstrate the following competencies :

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 provide the following documents in order to be considered; failure to do so may result in you not being considered for the position :

Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.). Please 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 be substitute for completing the "duties summary" section of the online application. Please do not refer to the 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 as a condition of employment. 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. 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.

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.