CAPITAL PROJECT MANAGER

Job Description

GROUNDBREAKING OPPORTUNITY: BE PART OF SOMETHING NEW FROM DAY ONE!

We’re building something —a brand new Capital Facilities Division within our Public Works Department! This is about creating something from the ground up that will shape our community’s infrastructure for decades to come.

As the Capital Project Manager, you will:

• Drive transformative infrastructure projects from concept to completion, serving as the technical expert and strategic leader for complex capital projects that enhance community infrastructure and improve residents’ daily lives.
• Exercise exceptional professional autonomy with considerable latitude for independent judgment in developing procedures, systems, and priorities while managing project scope, schedule, and budget for high-impact county initiatives.
• Lead cross-functional engineering excellence by acting as the go-to technical resource for engineers and technicians on complex projects, while overseeing both internal teams and external professional service contracts.
• Navigate complex political and technical landscapes, providing expert analysis on sensitive issues while presenting technical testimony and progress reports to elected officials, community groups, and the Board of County Commissioners.
• Shape procurement and contracting strategy by preparing RFQs, RFPs, and bid solicitations, negotiating contracts with consultants, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local contracting requirements.
• Build and mentor high-performing engineering teams through direct supervision while establishing performance standards and participating in strategic hiring decisions that will define the future of county engineering services.

What you bring:  

• Professional Engineering Credentials: Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Washington State, or actively securing Washington State comity, demonstrating your commitment to professional excellence and regulatory compliance.
• Educational Excellence: Bachelor’s degree in civil, mechanical, chemical, electrical engineering, or related field from an accredited institution, with preference for master’s degree in engineering disciplines.
• Proven Leadership Experience: Minimum 2 years of supervisory or lead experience managing engineering teams, with demonstrated ability to set priorities, motivate staff, and drive project success.
• Comprehensive Engineering Background: Either 6+ years of relevant engineering experience working under a PE, or equivalent combination of education and professional licensure that demonstrates deep technical competency.
• Project Management Expertise: Proven ability to manage complex project portfolios, coordinate professional services, and deliver results within scope, schedule, and budget constraints.
• Advanced Communication Skills: Demonstrated experience in public presentations, technical testimony, and stakeholder engagement, with ability to translate complex engineering concepts for diverse audiences.
• Strategic Procurement Experience: Understanding of professional services procurement, contract negotiation, and consultant management in the public sector environment.
• Preferred Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Construction Manager (CMAA) credentials that enhance your project delivery capabilities.

*Engineering means the “practice of engineering” as defined in RCW 18.43.020.

OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION

Who May Apply: This position is open to the general public.  Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills.

• This position is classified as exempt from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• This position is non-represented and covered under the Kitsap County Personnel Manual. Internal applicants should be aware that a change in union status or bargaining unit may impact your benefits and accruals.  Please contact Human Resources if you have questions.
• Driving Requirements The successful incumbent must meet the driving requirements of this position and submit a copy of the current driving record/abstract (from state of residency) to review for eligibility to drive for Kitsap County prior to employment. The successful incumbent must obtain a valid Washington State Driver’s License prior to hire and maintain a satisfactory driving record as outlined in the Kitsap County Vehicle Use Policy.
• Prior to employment, the successful candidate must:
  – Submit official transcripts from an accredited college or university or business school, if education is being used to meet the minimum qualifications.
  – Pass all job-related examinations/tests necessary to demonstrate required knowledge, skills and abilities, as determined by the hiring authority at time of job posting.
  – Authorize and complete a criminal background check. Information received is reviewed on a case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove a candidate from consideration.
• Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.  We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office.
• Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the application materials submitted. Per RCW 42.56.250, all applications for public employment, including the names of applicants, resumes, and other related materials submitted with respect to an applicant are exempt from public inspection.
  This recruitment is being used to fill an existing open position and may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months.
• Flexible hours are available, as approved by management.

This position is open until filled. The first review for this position in scheduled for the week of June 9, 2025.  This position will be reviewed weekly after June 9, 2025.