Project Representative - WCM V

Wastewater Construction Management V - Project Representative

The Construction Management Unit in the WTD is seeking a Wastewater Construction Management V - Project Representative to administer a variety of construction contracts including work order, design‑bid‑build (low bid/lump sum), general contractor/construction manager, and design build type contracts with ($10k-$100M+). This is an opportunity to do challenging work on a variety of construction projects that help to protect our environment.

In this role, you will manage diverse construction contracts and oversee all facets of construction project execution. This is a high‑impact opportunity to lead major infrastructure improvements that directly contribute to public health and environmental protection. You'll work in a collaborative setting, applying your expertise while gaining exposure to diverse teams and technical systems, all while making a meaningful difference in our community.

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

WTD protects public health and enhances the environment by collecting and treating wastewater while recycling valuable resources for the Puget Sound region. Population growth in the region and changing regulatory requirements coupled with aging infrastructure are resulting in an expansion of our capital construction programs. Over the next ten years, WTD will deliver several billion dollars’ worth of projects through a variety of contracting methods.

Join our team dedicated to ensuring clean water for generations to come! With over 900 employees engaged in planning, designing, building, and operating treatment facilities, our agency is at the forefront of environmental stewardship.

King County is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As a Project Representative - WCM V, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work.

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Apply now for a rewarding career at the Wastewater Treatment Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities.

• Administer overall implementation phase effort on WTD capital improvement program construction DBB (low bid), work/job order and/or DB/GCCM contracts as Owner Representative.
• Coordinate and lead teams of matrixed CIP personnel including operations and maintenance, engineering, community relations, permitting, environmental, right‑of‑way/property, project control, administrative support, construction management and design consultant staff.
• Ensure compliance with plan and specification requirements, manage project elements such as scopes, schedules, budget, risk, communication, and develop and implement Inspection team QA/QC responses.
• Manage construction disputes, change order management process, and follow KC WTD standards for documents management control and filing.
• Lead and coordinate construction closeout and work with the team on project closeout phase.

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or a related technical field; construction engineering/management experience, including 3 years of field inspection.
• Construction experience in operational industrial, water, and wastewater treatment facilities.
• Experience managing large, high‑profile, and technically and/or contractually complex public works construction contracts.
• Experience navigating construction claims/litigation.
• Additional experience in alternative construction delivery methods including progressive design build and/or GCCM.
• Construction experience in heavy civil construction or in operational wastewater treatment…