Program and Project Support (AEP) Contracting Lead (Project/Program Manager IV) bei King County, WA

About the Department

If you are looking for a challenging yet rewarding career in contract management then we have the perfect opportunity for you! As a Program and Project Support Services Project/Program Manager IV for capital projects related to road, bridge, and fish passage improvements you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on critical infrastructure projects that benefit communities across the region. Come join the Department of Local Services, Road Services Division and take your career to the next level as you administer, monitor and control consultant design contracts, road right-of-way inventory reporting, and Title VI compliance. If you are a driven and organized individual with a passion for project management and contract administration, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Our commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice

The Department of Local Services is deeply dedicated to fostering Equity, Racial and Social Justice in every aspect of our work.  Our commitment to “True North” values, which ensures every person has the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential, forms the core of our mission and purpose.  Our pledge is to cultivate, embrace, and celebrate the distinct experiences, viewpoints, and perspectives of our people, partners, and the communities we serve. Through this work, we dismantle systemic barriers, address inequities, and actively confront prejudices and biases. We acknowledge this journey is ongoing, and we remain steadfast in our efforts to create a positive impact for our employees and communities alike. 

Position Duties

Applying equity, racial, and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this role, you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work.

To be considered for this opportunity, you must at a minimum, demonstrate knowledge, skill, and ability to:

• Manage and administer capital projects contracts; serve as a Road Services subject-matter expert for Architectural, Engineering and Professional (AEP) contracts, covering full project life-cycle, contract life-cycle, and various funding sources (local, state, and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).
• Oversee and utilize database software and systems to track, monitor, prepare reports, and respond to requests related to contracts, road inventory and Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) 34.
• Oversee and perform invoice review and contract payment processes. 
• Prepare and oversee correspondence to consultants, contractors, and public agencies.
• Audit contract documentation ensuring adherence to King County, state, and federal requirements; lead project teams and respond to WSDOT and FHWA audits, and King County internal reviews of capital projects contracts.
• Compile and manage  project data using various software platforms, including Microsoft Office Suite products, Teams, SharePoint, Adobe Pro, DocuSign, DCMS/DMCS, PRISM and others.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and policies/procedures, including Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), Equity and Social Justice (ESJ), Small Contractor and Supplier (SCS), FHWA goals, and agency’s project management manual.
• Monitor and administer goods and services contracts, job order requests, and construction contracts.
• Oversee and prepare annual Title VI Reports for the Road Services Division.
• Function as the backup to the construction documentation lead.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Key Competencies:

• Customer Focus – Builds and delivers solutions that meet customer expectations; establishes and maintains effective customer relationships.
• Resourcefulness – Orchestrates multiple activities simultaneously to accomplish goals; gets the most out of limited resources.
• Analysis/Reasoning – Examines data to grasp issues, draw conclusions, and solve problems.
• Manages Conflict – Steps up to conflicts, seeing them as opportunities; settles differences in productive ways with minimum noise.
• Resiliency – Is confident under pressure; maintains a positive attitude despite adversity; bounces back from setbacks.
• Optimizes Work Processes – Identifies and creates the process necessary to get work done; separates and combines activities into efficient workflow; including implementing LEAN processes and principles.
• Leadership/Team Focus – Lead effective teams and works collaboratively as an effective team member; distributes and balances workload across teams considering strengths and growth opportunity; contributes to a work environment that embraces and encourages diversity in its workforce; values different perspectives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Four years of professional experience in performing capital program management or project control functions by planning, developing, and implementing tools, techniques, and processes for tracking and reporting project performance and compliance.
• Demonstrated experience in contract administration techniques and principles including communication, negotiations, conflict resolution, troubleshooting, and identifying and implementing corrective measures. 
• Demonstrated proficiency in interpreting, reviewing, and comprehending technical data, plans, specifications, manuals, publications, and contract; Skill in technical writing and producing technical documents.
• Proficient in drafting, scrutinizing, and deciphering contract documents, including scopes of work, evaluation criteria, levels of effort, records of negotiation, justifications, and amendments.
• Skill in project management techniques and principles, including budget, schedule development and monitoring. 
• Knowledge of project documentation requirements and the ability to work with project team to maintain a complete project documentation file.
• Working knowledge of federal funding agreements and familiarity with the WSDOT LAG Manual.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to lead and collaborate with work groups or individuals including consultants, contractors, agencies and interest groups.
• Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks with competing priorities and deadlines in an efficient and timely manner.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Adobe Acrobat Pro, Microsoft Office Suite products, SharePoint, Teams, DocuSign, and other database software platforms.
• Ability to effectively work with diverse individuals, manage and resolve customer difficulties, facilitate cross-functional discussions, and foster strong working relationships with co-workers, customers, and other County staff.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and analyze problems, conduct research, troubleshoot, and recommend corrective measures.
• Demonstrated reliable and predictable attendance.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience working with large government organizations.
• Working knowledge of the APWA/WSDOT Standard Specifications for Road, Bridge, and Municipal Construction. Experience working in the roads industry with knowledge of design and construction terminology, methodology, and outcomes.
• Skilled in workflow development and documentation.
• Eager and willing to add to base knowledge and skills.

Other Qualifications

INTERVIEW SCHEDULE: Those applicants who pass the initial screening will be invited to participate in an interview the week of 10/13/2025.

WHO MAY APPLY: This recruitment is open to all qualified applicants and may be used to fill current and or/future career service, term-limited temporary, short-term temporary, and or/special duty positions over the next six months. First consideration will be given to current PROTEC17 members in the same classification that are eligible for lateral transfer. 
 
APPLICATION PROCESS: A full and complete King County application is required. You may also provide a resume and cover letter, summarizing how you meet the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills for the position. Applicants will be screened for clarity, completeness, and competitiveness. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews.

For interviewing tips, please see the STAR-LA method: star-la_interview_method.pdf
 
WORK SCHEDULE: The work week is normally Monday through Friday, 8.00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and adjustments to the schedule may be discussed with your supervisor.  This position is Exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.

EMERGENCY DESIGNATION STATUS: This position has been designated Mission-Critical. Those employees who provide, maintain, and re-establish essential county functions as described in agency Continuity of Operations plans. 

Unless otherwise directed by the County Executive, department director or agency head, all employees, regardless of designation, are expected to report to work or request leave during an emergency or inclement weather. For more detailed information, please visit HR Policy County Operations During Emergency Situations and the King County Guidelines for Workforce Management in an Emergency.
 
UNION MEMBERSHIP: This position is represented by PROTEC17

REMOTE AND ONSITE WORK:

The work associated with this position will be performed through a combination of remote and onsite work. The successful candidate may be expected to report to the office for onsite work typically 2 times per week. The frequency of onsite work may vary based on business or operational needs and be adjusted accordingly. The primary onsite location is King Street Center, 201 S. Jackson, Seattle, WA 98104.  Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace 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.

To learn more about the Department of Local Services, please visit our website at: https://kingcounty.gov/en/dept/local-services

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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.

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