Capital Projects Supervisor; Floodplain Management

Are you a collaborative leader and skilled manager of capital projects in floodplains or similar environments? Do you enjoy mentoring staff? Are you ready to grow your career as a Capital Project Manager in the exciting world of floodplain management? Look no further than the River and Floodplain Capital Unit within King County, Washington’s Water and Land Resources Division. We are seeking standout professionals to join our team as a Capital Projects Supervisor and lead a dynamic and multi‑disciplinary team delivering crucial capital projects that support public safety and healthy floodplains.

The Capital Projects Supervisor (Capital Project Manager IV) will lead a team dedicated to the delivery of flood risk reduction projects in the Green River Basin. The successful candidate will manage the team’s project portfolio and support multiple complex, politically visible capital projects from initiation through implementation and closeout. The role also requires coordination with the River and Floodplain Management Section, WLRD management, Flood Control District staff, and elected officials from King County and other jurisdictions.

This position follows a hybrid work model, blending remote and in‑person work.

• Provide direct supervision, technical oversight, and quality control to an interdisciplinary team for the implementation of river and floodplain management capital improvement projects, including hiring, performance management, career development, coaching, and creating a valued work culture.
• Direct personnel in the planning, design, and construction of river and floodplain management projects, and oversee technical and quality engineering review.
• Ensure compliance with the WLR Project Management Manual in all project phases, including charters, planning, alternatives analysis, design, permitting, acquisition, construction, and closeout.
• Develop and implement workflow processes for consistent and effective delivery of capital projects, and supervise preparation, review, and approval of design and construction contract documents.
• Apply principles of equity and social justice in relationships with other jurisdictions, tribes, community members, and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the Capital Section and River and Floodplain Management Program on annual capital improvement projects and budgets, including cost estimating and priority setting.
• Manage complex, sensitive, and politically visible issues that require coordination with senior management and elected officials.
• Participate in flood warning and emergency response programs, including the Flood Warning Center, flood patrols, and post‑flood inspections.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, water resources, environmental science, natural resource management, urban/regional planning, or a comparable combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing the work of others, including assigning and scheduling work, reviewing products, and providing training and oversight.
• Experience as a supervisor, project representative, or project manager of large‑scale public works contracts.
• Ability to work within an organization to address policy, process, and people‑related dynamics.

• Collaborates – building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Values Differences – recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
• Drives Engagement – creating a climate where people are motivated to help the organization achieve its objectives.
• Instills Trust – gaining confidence and trust through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Ensures Accountability – holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Manages Complexity – making sense of complex, high‑quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to solve problems effectively.
• Being Resilient – rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Washington, or the ability to obtain one within one year of hire.
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