Capital Project Administrator

Company: Parks Tacoma
Salary: $95,849.25 - $131,217.53 Annually

Parks Tacoma is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the Capital Project Administrator position within the Planning and Asset Management Division of the Business Administration and Planning Department.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

The Capital Project Administrator supports the delivery of capital projects under the Capital Development and Major Maintenance Business Unit of Park's Planning Division. This Business Unit manages a high volume of impactful park improvement projects within an integrated planning environment, delivering essential facilities to the Tacoma community with an equity emphasis. Through the Strategic Vision, Parks Tacoma is seen as central to the continued transformation of Tacoma as a healthy, cohesive and vibrant community. The Capital Program Administrator must embody the core values of the District as set forth within its long-range and strategic planning framework and demonstrate a commitment to fulfilling a vision for Tacoma as a ‘City in a Park’.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of project management with a keen sense for the role of public parks and recreation facilities as critical urban infrastructure contributing to broader community health and wellness outcomes. This position will support the Capital Program Managers in the delivery of capital projects and demands an ability to manage multiple capital projects simultaneously. The scale of projects ranges from simple major maintenance replacements up to high-profile, multi-million-dollar projects with a high degree of complexity. 

Under the general direction of  an assigned supervisor, perform a variety duties involved in the development and management of Park District's real property; manage professional level planning, design, construction phase, and consultation activities and assure compliance and compatibility with existing systems and applicable codes, standards, specifications and practices; communicate with and provide technical information to planning personnel, engineers, contractors, developers, outside agencies, the general public and others regarding projects and activities.

The Project Administrator position will typically manage smaller and less complex projects.

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to:

  • Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
  • Interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers.
  • Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
  • Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.
  • Observe applicable safety requirements, use safety equipment provided, implement appropriate safety practices at all times and report immediately any unsafe working conditions or hazards.

Essential Duties:

  • Participate individually and as a member of cross-departmental work groups in the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities pertaining to Planning, Design, Construction and Asset Management.  
  • Coordinate the activities of multiple concurrent projects, at various stages of development and complexity, in the delivery of new, renovated and enhanced park and recreation facilities district-wide.
  • In close collaboration with District staff, outside agencies and community representatives, assist in the development of projects scopes, budgets, communication plans and schedules for various planning and development projects.
  • Coordinate the work of planning, design and engineering consultants including writing Request for Qualifications (RFQ’s), Request for Proposals (RFP's), selecting consultants, negotiating contracts and supervising completion of the contracted work.
  • Facilitate communication interdepartmentally and with other agencies regarding Planning, Design, Construction and Asset Management; Conduct research as needed to respond to public inquiry and in support internal and external communications.
  • Serve as a liaison with other District departments, agencies, and other interested parties to coordinate project and program area activities, which may include: coordinating planning activities; serving as a project spokesperson; organizing, participating in, and conducting meetings and presentations; and/or performing other related activities.
  • Coordinate the activities of professional services, environmental, surveying and other specialized firms in the execution of park improvement projects; prepare related project scopes; coordinate the consultant selection process; negotiate and manage contracts; review and respond to reports and work products; evaluate the performance of consultants upon completion of work.
  • Prepare and deliver reports and recommendations to District supervisors, managers and executive leadership including written narrative, diagram and support graphics in a variety of presentation media.
  • Perform construction-phase review to ensure conformance/performance of contractors with design, specification, and contract documents; administer and applying related contracts; negotiate schedules and schedule adjustments for design and construction; coordinate project close-out and budget reconciliation; prepare reports, correspondence, advertisements, and official documents regarding project status, progress, and payments; and/or performing other related activities.
  • Ensure compliance with construction contractual requirements and conditions from design phase through warranty phase; initiate, negotiate, and process contracts; administer contract change orders and addenda.
  • Authorize payments to contractors and consultants; verify accuracy of invoices and project accounting; implements and tracks Local and State grant budgets for projects.
  • Assists in the preparation of environmental checklists; preparation and filing of permits with Local and State agencies; preparation of grants for Local and State agencies.
  • Prepare sketch designs as required for various planning, design and construction solutions; provide hand-draw or computer generated graphics as appropriate to the scope, scale and detail required.
  • Maintain current knowledge of Planning, Design, Construction and Asset Management trends and techniques; assure compliance with limitations and parameters of new laws, rules and regulations related to these fields. 
  • Participate in planning around life-cycle and cost-benefit analysis for parks and facilities assets. Assist in the gathering and tracking of data to inform decisions regarding long-term, sustainable parks and facilities resiliency and management.
  • Identify opportunities for sustainability and green infrastructure application to problem solving. Offer guidance to ensure protection and enhancement of critical areas and infrastructure.
  • Perform related duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture, architecture, civil engineering, urban planning and design, parks and recreation management, project management or closely related field and three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in the construction, planning, design, and permitting including at least two (2) year of successful construction project management.  An additional 4 years of related experience can substitute for the degree required.

LICENSE & OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Professional landscape architecture, architecture, and/or engineering project management license is highly desirable. Valid Washington driver's license with acceptable driving record required.

Additional information: Capital Project Administrator.pdf

Salary Range: $95,849.25 - $131,217.53 Annually

BENEFITS

OVERVIEW (more detailed information can be found at Parks Tacoma Benefit Information)

Life Insurance:   Provided at no cost to the employee through Unum, amount is equal to annual salary up to $275,000. Benefits will reduce at age 70.

Retirement Plan: All employees are covered under the Public Employees' Retirement System through the Washington State Department of Retirement Services (DRS). 

Medical Coverage and Dental Coverage:   Parks Tacoma pays 90% of the total cost of medical/dental coverage for employees and their dependents. If you enroll in a medical and/or dental plan and add dependents you will be required to provide documentation to show eligibility. Coverage begins the first of the month following the date of employment. Medical coverage is offered through Kaiser. Dental options include Delta Dental Service and Willamette Dental.

Health Care and Day Care Reimbursement Accounts: A benefit plan that allows you to pay for health care or dependent care expenses with "before tax" dollars.  

Deferred Compensation (457 plan): Optional employee paid retirement savings plans are available through Empower, MissionSquare, and WA State Deferred Comp Program.

Paid Holidays for career employees: New Years Day, Martin Luther King's Birthday, President's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Juneteenth, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, Two Floating Holidays are granted after successful completion of the probationary period. 

Vacation:  13.33 hours earned monthly (20 days per year).

Sick Leave: 8 hours earned monthly. 

Administrative Leave: 40 hours granted per year.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) –SupportLinc provides emotional wellbeing and work-life balance resources to keep you at your best. Administered by CuraLinc Healthcare, the program offers guidance to help you address and resolve everyday issues at no cost to you or your family. 

Community Center Fitness Pass - All Parks Tacoma employees get a Staff Pass to use at our community centers.The All Center Pass allows access to all four centers – Center at Norpoint, Eastside Community Center, People’s Center and STAR Center

Why work for Parks Tacoma

Metro Parks Tacoma (MPT) is a CAPRA-accredited and AZA-accredited, independent park district that leads efforts to build a healthy, sustainable community. Located in Tacoma, Washington, Metro Parks’ mission is to create healthy opportunities to play, learn, and grow. The independent park district spans the city providing a wide range of life-enriching destinations and services, including 70+ parks, 80+ miles of trails, 1,000+ acres of urban forest, 66 playgrounds, four community centers, Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, Point Defiance Park, and much more. Our work is guided by eight core values that are the foundation of our actions and goals: innovation, excellence, equity, inclusiveness, sustainability, accountability, safety, and fun.

Come work where you play! You will contribute to the overall vitality and well-being of your community when you work for Metro Parks Tacoma, and you’ll do so as part of a supportive team of committed, passionate, and mission-driven professionals. The people of Metro Parks are the key to its success, and you just might be the next great addition to our team. You’ll receive a competitive wage, along with an attractive benefits package, including medical, dental, retirement, vacation, holidays, and much more. On top of that, you’ll wake each day knowing that you’re helping make Tacoma a great place to call home

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