Sound Transit
Seattle, WA
Job #15-00805
SALARY: $79,626.00 - $99,533.00 Annually
OPENING DATE: 02/05/16
CLOSING DATE: 02/26/16, 5:00 PM
GENERAL PURPOSE:
Under general direction, manages, plans, oversees, and supports the planning and design functions for an assigned corridor segment(s) of the Link light rail project in support of the Light Rail Development Manager and Division; performs project management activities for assigned projects including management of scope, quality, schedules, costs, risks, consultant/contractors, contracts and communication; may oversee contracts and assures contract compliance; may supervise, lead, provide daily work oversight and schedule work of assigned staff, consultants, and contractors.
***THIS APPLICANT POOL MAY BE USED TO FILL ONE OR MORE POSITIONS WITH LIKE OR SIMILAR TITLES***
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
• Plans, directs, coordinates, and reviews the work of assigned staff; assigns work activities and coordinates schedules, projects, and programs; provides constructive feedback; reviews and evaluates work and makes effective suggestions and recommendations.
• Develops and provides information to the Sound Transit Board; develops written and visual presentation materials as requested; provides briefings and presentations to Board members on light rail project development topics, including engineering, environmental impact, inter-Agency coordination, and community outreach issues.
• Coordinates Engineering Activities; directs consultant engineering activities for assigned segments/projects; reviews and comments on consultant submittals of plans and reports and manages the communication and coordination of engineering work activities among Agency technical staff and consultant team leader; participates in development of scope of work for large consultant contracts.
• Assists in managing preparation of environmental documentation; assists the Environmental Affairs and Sustainability Division by reviewing and commenting on environmental documents; comments on proposed approaches to completing the environmental documentation; and ensures engineering activities are coordinated with environmental documents.
• Communicates with project stakeholders including the general public, neighborhood groups, businesses, property owners, and other community members to keep them informed about the status of the project; serves as primary technical contact and responds to requests for information from other agencies and the general public; participates in community outreach and education activities such as writing and/or reviewing written and website materials and participating in public and one-on-one meetings and information booths; and prepares and make presentations to a variety of highly organized, volatile stakeholder groups.
• Coordinates with staff of Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), King County, and other local jurisdictions throughout the project development to define and evaluate alignment and station options; participates in the interagency work team; interacts, shares knowledge, negotiates issues, and develops collaborative relationships; prepares and makes presentations to City Councils and other jurisdictions; and develops and negotiates interagency agreements including budgets to accomplish project development.
• Manages Sound Transit involvement in outside review panels providing an independent review of project elements; develops scope of work and schedule, prepares presentations and responses; and manages consultant work.
• Manages and participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, priorities and budgets for assigned projects, services, and functional area within the Division; and makes recommendations and forecasts for future funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Provides support to the Division on matters as directed; serves as staff on a variety of boards, commissions, and committees; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence; attends and participates in professional group meetings; maintains awareness of new trends and developments in the fields related to area of assignment; incorporates new developments as appropriate; ensures processes, policies and practices are interpreted and applied consistently and effectively; ensures accountability and compliance with all current and applicable state and federal laws, Agency policies and procedures, rules and regulations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
Bachelors Degree in civil engineering, urban planning, transportation, public policy, public administration, or closely related field and five years of public transit related experience in project management, development of intergovernmental agreements, transportation planning, engineering or closely related experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Licenses or Certifications:
Possession of a valid Washington State Drivers License.
Required Knowledge of:
• Operations, services and activities of light rail transportation.
• Transportation planning and traffic engineering concepts, practices, procedures, and policy issues.
• Transportation planning, transit design and SEPA/NEPA environmental law.
• Planning and transportation project development principles and practices.
• Project management techniques and principles.
• Principles of project budget preparation and administration.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Methods and techniques of data collection, research, and report preparation.
• Principles and applications of critical thinking and analysis.
• Development and third party negotiation and consensus building principles and practices and conflict resolution.
• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation.
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and statistical databases.
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
Required Skill in:
• Utilizing personal computer software programs affecting assigned work and in compiling and preparing spreadsheets and reports.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other department staff, management, vendors, outside agencies, community groups and the general public.
• Interpreting and administering policies and procedures sufficient to administer, discuss, resolve, and explain them to staff and other constituencies.
• Assuming project management duties for projects started by others and in a variety of stages in the project life-cycle.
• Defining a detailed project scope and control scope as a means of achieving overall project objectives.
• Preparing a detailed project schedule and utilizing as the primary work plan.
• Managing multiple tasks, setting objectives/goals, and re-prioritizing as needed.
• Adapting to occasionally changing project assignments as needed to balance work loads and achieve other Department objectives.
• Negotiating and identifying solutions that balance the Agency's interests and those of the negotiating partner(s), within financial capacity and other constraints.
• Conducting research and analysis and provide appropriate recommendations based on findings.
• Interpreting technical information for a variety of audiences.
• Public speaking and in developing and delivering presentations and presenting ideas and concepts orally and in writing.
• Responding to inquiries and in effective oral and written communication.
• Researching, analyzing, and evaluating new service delivery methods and techniques.
• Working cooperatively with other departments, Agency officials, and outside agencies.
• Developing and monitoring project operating budgets, costs, and schedules.
• Supervising, leading, and delegating tasks and authority.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Work is performed in a standard office environment.
• Subject to standing, walking, bending, reaching, stooping, and lifting of objects up to 25 pounds; may occasionally be exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, or physical harm when working in the field.
It is the responsibility of all employees to follow the Agency safety rules, regulations, and procedures pertaining to their assigned duties and responsibilities, which could include systems, operations, and/or other employees.
Apply online: http://www.soundtransit.org/About-Sound-Transit/Jobs
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value workplace diversity. We seek to create an environment and culture that embraces the differences of our employees. You will find an exceptionally diverse group of people at Sound Transit with regard to culture, beliefs, communication styles, and life and work experiences.
All qualified applicants are considered in accordance with applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, marital status or veteran status or any another legally protected status.
Internal Number: 15-00805
- See more at: http://careers.nspe.org/jobs/7891938/project-manager-pepd-light-rail-segment#sthash.J3L2ug6o.dpuf
SALARY: $79,626.00 - $99,533.00 Annually
OPENING DATE: 02/05/16
CLOSING DATE: 02/26/16, 5:00 PM
GENERAL PURPOSE:
Under general direction, manages, plans, oversees, and supports the planning and design functions for an assigned corridor segment(s) of the Link light rail project in support of the Light Rail Development Manager and Division; performs project management activities for assigned projects including management of scope, quality, schedules, costs, risks, consultant/contractors, contracts and communication; may oversee contracts and assures contract compliance; may supervise, lead, provide daily work oversight and schedule work of assigned staff, consultants, and contractors.
***THIS APPLICANT POOL MAY BE USED TO FILL ONE OR MORE POSITIONS WITH LIKE OR SIMILAR TITLES***
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
• Plans, directs, coordinates, and reviews the work of assigned staff; assigns work activities and coordinates schedules, projects, and programs; provides constructive feedback; reviews and evaluates work and makes effective suggestions and recommendations.
• Develops and provides information to the Sound Transit Board; develops written and visual presentation materials as requested; provides briefings and presentations to Board members on light rail project development topics, including engineering, environmental impact, inter-Agency coordination, and community outreach issues.
• Coordinates Engineering Activities; directs consultant engineering activities for assigned segments/projects; reviews and comments on consultant submittals of plans and reports and manages the communication and coordination of engineering work activities among Agency technical staff and consultant team leader; participates in development of scope of work for large consultant contracts.
• Assists in managing preparation of environmental documentation; assists the Environmental Affairs and Sustainability Division by reviewing and commenting on environmental documents; comments on proposed approaches to completing the environmental documentation; and ensures engineering activities are coordinated with environmental documents.
• Communicates with project stakeholders including the general public, neighborhood groups, businesses, property owners, and other community members to keep them informed about the status of the project; serves as primary technical contact and responds to requests for information from other agencies and the general public; participates in community outreach and education activities such as writing and/or reviewing written and website materials and participating in public and one-on-one meetings and information booths; and prepares and make presentations to a variety of highly organized, volatile stakeholder groups.
• Coordinates with staff of Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), King County, and other local jurisdictions throughout the project development to define and evaluate alignment and station options; participates in the interagency work team; interacts, shares knowledge, negotiates issues, and develops collaborative relationships; prepares and makes presentations to City Councils and other jurisdictions; and develops and negotiates interagency agreements including budgets to accomplish project development.
• Manages Sound Transit involvement in outside review panels providing an independent review of project elements; develops scope of work and schedule, prepares presentations and responses; and manages consultant work.
• Manages and participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, priorities and budgets for assigned projects, services, and functional area within the Division; and makes recommendations and forecasts for future funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Provides support to the Division on matters as directed; serves as staff on a variety of boards, commissions, and committees; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence; attends and participates in professional group meetings; maintains awareness of new trends and developments in the fields related to area of assignment; incorporates new developments as appropriate; ensures processes, policies and practices are interpreted and applied consistently and effectively; ensures accountability and compliance with all current and applicable state and federal laws, Agency policies and procedures, rules and regulations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
Bachelors Degree in civil engineering, urban planning, transportation, public policy, public administration, or closely related field and five years of public transit related experience in project management, development of intergovernmental agreements, transportation planning, engineering or closely related experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Licenses or Certifications:
Possession of a valid Washington State Drivers License.
Required Knowledge of:
• Operations, services and activities of light rail transportation.
• Transportation planning and traffic engineering concepts, practices, procedures, and policy issues.
• Transportation planning, transit design and SEPA/NEPA environmental law.
• Planning and transportation project development principles and practices.
• Project management techniques and principles.
• Principles of project budget preparation and administration.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Methods and techniques of data collection, research, and report preparation.
• Principles and applications of critical thinking and analysis.
• Development and third party negotiation and consensus building principles and practices and conflict resolution.
• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation.
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and statistical databases.
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
Required Skill in:
• Utilizing personal computer software programs affecting assigned work and in compiling and preparing spreadsheets and reports.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other department staff, management, vendors, outside agencies, community groups and the general public.
• Interpreting and administering policies and procedures sufficient to administer, discuss, resolve, and explain them to staff and other constituencies.
• Assuming project management duties for projects started by others and in a variety of stages in the project life-cycle.
• Defining a detailed project scope and control scope as a means of achieving overall project objectives.
• Preparing a detailed project schedule and utilizing as the primary work plan.
• Managing multiple tasks, setting objectives/goals, and re-prioritizing as needed.
• Adapting to occasionally changing project assignments as needed to balance work loads and achieve other Department objectives.
• Negotiating and identifying solutions that balance the Agency's interests and those of the negotiating partner(s), within financial capacity and other constraints.
• Conducting research and analysis and provide appropriate recommendations based on findings.
• Interpreting technical information for a variety of audiences.
• Public speaking and in developing and delivering presentations and presenting ideas and concepts orally and in writing.
• Responding to inquiries and in effective oral and written communication.
• Researching, analyzing, and evaluating new service delivery methods and techniques.
• Working cooperatively with other departments, Agency officials, and outside agencies.
• Developing and monitoring project operating budgets, costs, and schedules.
• Supervising, leading, and delegating tasks and authority.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Work is performed in a standard office environment.
• Subject to standing, walking, bending, reaching, stooping, and lifting of objects up to 25 pounds; may occasionally be exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, or physical harm when working in the field.
It is the responsibility of all employees to follow the Agency safety rules, regulations, and procedures pertaining to their assigned duties and responsibilities, which could include systems, operations, and/or other employees.
Apply online: http://www.soundtransit.org/About-Sound-Transit/Jobs
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value workplace diversity. We seek to create an environment and culture that embraces the differences of our employees. You will find an exceptionally diverse group of people at Sound Transit with regard to culture, beliefs, communication styles, and life and work experiences.
All qualified applicants are considered in accordance with applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, marital status or veteran status or any another legally protected status.
Internal Number: 15-00805
- See more at: http://careers.nspe.org/jobs/7891938/project-manager-pepd-light-rail-segment#sthash.J3L2ug6o.dpuf