Construction Project Manager

Salary: $39.86 - $59.78 Hourly

Location : Seattle, WA

Job Type: Regular Full-Time Position

Job Number: 105033

Department: Asset Management

Opening Date: 02/20/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

Job Summary

Construction Project Manager - We offer a competitive salary, great benefits, and work that matters to our community.

The Organization: The Seattle Housing Authority (SHA) is a growing, innovative, and mission-driven Agency in Lower Queen Anne, Seattle. We are committed to housing equity throughout the city, fostering an inclusive workplace for our 700+ employees. Our focus is expanding housing opportunities, building strong communities, and promoting race and social justice equity.

SHA's talented workforce has made us a nationally recognized leader in housing and development. We embrace diversity and create an environment where employees can thrive. Benefits include competitive pay, flexible work arrangements, learning opportunities, and affinity groups.

At SHA, we value your unique perspective and background. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every qualification. Our hiring practices prioritize diversity and equity. Learn more in our and

The Position: We are seeking to fill a Construction Project Manager positionWe are looking for someone to manage assigned construction, remodel, renovation, and retrofit projects

How to Apply:

Complete the online NeoGov application by clicking the Apply button in the upper right-hand corner of this posting.

The work experience and education sections should be updated with your latest information. SHA does not accept external attachments for resumes and cover letters.

Answer the Agency-Wide questions. Please note that if this is not your first SHA application, you should still review and update the agency-wide questions.

Answer the supplemental questions, if applicable. The ideal candidate has:

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Architecture

Four additional years of directly relevant experience may be considered in lieu of required degree

Three years of construction or project management experience

While these requirements are the traditional standards for developing the skills required for this classification, any combination of experience, training and education that demonstrate the ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the classification may be considered.

Valid Washington state driver's license with an insurable driving record What you will be doing?

Manage assigned construction, renovation, remodel and retrofit projects; conduct physical site inspections and prepare analysis of physical conditions; research issues including site conditions, relocation issues, accessibility and others.

Coordinate and supervise the management of construction projects including means and methods, material specifications, drawings, schedules and estimates. Develop project scope of work.

Prepare applications for funding; prepare RFPs, RFQs, and IFBs for consultant and professional contracts and services related to construction projects; research and develop scope of services needed. Manage and assist in the selection of professionals; prepare and execute service contracts.

Develop cost estimates and project budgets and schedules for construction activities; complete budget revisions as required to assure proper funding; analyze, approve and control pay requests and change orders from contractors and consultants.

Manage the preparation of specifications and related documentation required for public bidding; supervise and assist in the administration of the bidding process and related documentation.

Manage and control changes in project scope and cost; prepare project tracking reports and related information; negotiate design and construction contract changes and disputes.

May supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; interview and select employees and recommend transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary actions; plan, coordinate and arrange for appropriate training of subordinates.

Serve as liaison with SHA staff and resident groups; explain and monitor new and current construction projects within assigned areas; interpret and explain detailed technical information to others.

Assist builders, Realtors, City agencies and other property owners in acquisition processes; conduct physical site inspection and prepare preliminary recommendations.

Provide technical expertise, information and assistance to the Director regarding assigned functions; assist as needed in the formulation and development of policies, procedures and programs.

Coordinate construction work with various regulatory agencies, authorities and code compliance agencies.

Direct the preparation and maintenance of a variety of narrative and statistical reports, records and files related to assigned activities and personnel.

Communicate with other administrators, personnel and outside organizations to coordinate activities and programs, resolve issues and conflicts and exchange information.

Operate a computer and assigned office equipment.

Attend and conduct a variety of meetings as assigned.

Participate in the development and implementation of goals, work plans, performance measures and continuous improvement of service delivery. If a supervisor, facilitate the participation of staff to develop, implement, and continuously improve service delivery to ensure attainment of the core strategies and mission of the agency; coach and support staff in the development and implementation of work plans and/or initiatives working cooperatively and interdependently with others and all departments. Develop communication plans and establish tracking processes to ensure completion of initiatives and work plans which include linkage to employees' performance evaluations. Work respectfully and courteously ell with other employees, follow directions, and work well under stress.

Attend all required training and safety meetings. If a supervisor, ensure that all safety and health rules, standards and procedures are observed; conduct monthly self-inspections of work areas and practices to eliminate potential hazardous conditions; arrange for, conduct and ensure that accident investigations of all accidents are formally reported on or within the next work day of when the accident occurred; monitor and enforce the agency's Safety and Health Program, and actively support and participate in the Emergency Preparedness Program and tasks.

Perform related duties as assigned. The Location:

SHA's Operations Support Center is located at 1300 N 130th St. Seattle, WA 98133

Why Should You Apply?

Competitive salary

Great benefits

We offer medical, dental, vision insurance, and Public Employees' Retirement (PERS).

We also offer generous paid leave and holidays.

Reasonable hours

Opportunity for part-time remote work, depending on position.

Opportunities for additional on-the-job training

Benefits

Seattle Housing Authority (SHA) is pleased to offer an excellent benefits package for Regular and Project full-time and part-time employees scheduled to work at least 80 hours per month. (Temporary and On-Call positions are not eligible for the full benefits package).

The following is a brief summary of the SHA benefit programs:

Eligibility

As a new hire, your coverage begins on the first calendar day of the month if your hired date is on the first of that month. Otherwise, your coverage begins on the first of the following month.

Medical

Employees may select from four medical plans - Kaiser Permanente Standard Plan, Kaiser Permanente Deductible Plan, City of Seattle Preventive Plan, and City of Seattle Traditional Plan.

The monthly cost for each of the plans are as follows:

is $48.40 with or without children or $99.90 with spouse/domestic partner with or without children

is $25.00 with or without children or $56.92 with spouse/domestic partner with or without children

is $48.12 with or without children or $98.50 with spouse/domestic partner with or without children

is $0 with or without children or $32.34 with spouse/domestic partner with or without children

Dental

Employees may select from two dental plans -, an incentive plan, or, a managed care plan. Our dental plans include coverage for eligible dependents and are paid for by SHA.

Vision

SHA offers two vision plans through The Basic plan is fully paid for by SHA. The Vision Buy-Up plan is paid for by the employee. The Buy-Up plan provides more frequent coverage of lenses, frames, and contact lenses and includes coverage of progressive lenses.

Long Term Disability Insurance

If you are disabled, the Basic Plan will be combined with other sources of income to pay you up to $400 a month after a 90-day waiting period. Employees may purchase long-term disability coverage that provides up to 60% of gross monthly salary during disability.

Long Term Care Insurance

Long term care benefits provide for services such as home care, assisted living, and nursing home care. Varying levels of coverage and service options are available at low group rates through

Group Term Life (GTL) Insurance

You can select from one of two plans - Basic GTL, which is one-and-a-half times your annual earnings or Limited Basic GTL of $50,000.00. SHA will contribute 40% of the cost for the GTL insurance.

If you have elected Basic GTL, you may purchase supplemental term life insurance for yourself, your spouse/domestic partner, and your dependent children. The maximum amount of supplemental life insurance available is four times your annual income for the employee, 50% of the amount of coverage you elect for the spouse, and $2,000, $5,000 or $10,000 for children.

Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

SHA offers an employee-paid group AD&D insurance plan. An employee may cover themself or a family member for amounts from $25,000 to $500,000 in $25,000 increments. AD&D insurance pays a death benefit if the insured person dies due to an accident or a percentage of the full insurance amount if the covered person loses a limb.

Retirement Plan

(PERS) membership is defined by Washington State statutes and is mandatory if you are hired into an eligible position. However, if you are retired from or have been a member of the City of Seattle, Spokane or Tacoma Employee's Retirement System, your PERS enrollment must be verified and approved by the Washington State Department of Retirement System.

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Employees have the option of making pre-tax contributions to pay for IRS eligible expenses. There are two accounts: a Health Care Flexible Spending Account and a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account. Employees can sign up for one or both accounts.

Leave Benefits

Annual Leave is provided for vacation and personal time off. First year employees earn up to 3.84 hours per bi-weekly pay period (100 hours annually), increasing incrementally due to service years - up to 7.69 per hours per pay period at 25 years of service (200 hours annually). Leave hours for part time staff are pro-rated. There is a 240-hour annual carryover limit for annual leave.

Sick leave is provided for health care and related appointments. Employees earn 3.69 hours per pay period. Hours for part time staff are pro-rated. There is no maximum or carryover limit for sick leave.

Seattle Housing Authority has ten legal and personal holidays, as detailed below.

New Year's Day

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Presidents Day

Memorial Day

Juneteenth

Independence Day

Labor Day

Thanksgiving Day

The day following Thanksgiving

Christmas Day

Up to three personal holidays are granted to regular employees each calendar year. They are available to be scheduled in advance by the employee with supervisor approval.

Unless specified otherwise in a collective bargaining agreement, regular employees hired between January 1 and May 31 are granted three personal holidays. If hired from June 1 until November 10, two personal holidays are granted. If hired beginning November 11 or later, no personal holidays are granted until January 1.

Pay for Performance Program & Merit Awards

Regular Administrative non-represented staff are eligible for Merit Pay and Merit Leave awards based on their annual performance evaluation, as well as on the agency's fiscal year performance from January through December of each year. An employee's merit awards are based on the employee's performance rating, the position of the employee's salary within the salary range, and the fiscal performance of the agency. For new and promoted employees, the merit awards will be pro-rated based on length of time in the current position during the calendar year.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

As an SHA employee, you may be eligible for federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness. This federal program was created to assist full-time public service professionals in reducing their federal student loan debt burden.

Employee Transportation Program

A discount commuter is offered for use on Metro, Community Transit, Pierce Transit, Kitsap Transit, Everett Transit, Sound Transit, Link Light Rail, Sounder Commuter Train routes. It can also be used on the Seattle Center Monorail. ORCA Passport also provides reduced or fully covered fares on most vanpool routes.

Additionally, an, bike racks at various sites, and shower facilities at several offices are also provided, along with discount membership (if accepted). Finally, group discount parking is available for registered vanpools in certain areas.

Flex-Time

With supervisor approval, work hours may be scheduled around core hours of 8:00 am to 5:00 pm or a compressed 4/10 workweek. This option is not available for every position.

Telework

With supervisor approval, employees can perform assigned duties from home at certain times. This option is not available for every position.

Employee Assistance Program

Confidential counseling, referral, and information services are available through

Washington Deferred Compensation Program

Tax deferred savings plans are available through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems'

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Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position?

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Please note that SHA does not accept external attachments for resumes and cover letters. Did you update the education and work history sections of your application with your latest information?

Yes

No

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Do you have a valid Washington state driver's license with an insurable driving record?

Yes

No

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In lieu of a cover letter, please tell us why you are the best candidate for this position.

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