King County
Project Control Officer (Project/Program Manager 3)
King County, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Overview
King County’s Finance and Business Operations Division, Procurement & Payables section, is seeking career procurement professionals to become part of a growing world class organization. We are looking for
enthusiastic, forward-thinking, agile, and customer service driven
employees to add to our great team. Our current opening is for a
Project Control Officer . This person will be working with the
Finance Project Control Officer team
that works with
every capital program at King County . The
Procurement & Payables Section buys vital goods and services for King County government . Our Mission is to help King County achieve sustainability and social equity through responsible stewardship of county resources, streamlined business processes, and strategic procurements from innovative suppliers. We are looking for someone who is
creative, technically knowledgeable
and has an
investigative nature . This position works closely with the Finance Project Control Manager and supports internal County agencies to provide guidance and training to ensure the Executive Policies and Procedures (P&P's) for the County's Capital Improvement Programs (CIP) are being followed, as well as working with the Capital (CAP) team to perform duties ranging from assignment of Project Control service request to developing and implementing new cost control procedures for contracts.
Scope of Job Duties
To be considered for this opportunity, you must at a minimum demonstrate knowledge, skill and ability to: Evaluate
and
negotiate claims and Procurement change orders
when requested by county project managers Serve
as a subject matter expert
and Procurement liaison for various committees focused on continuous improvement processes related to capital project procurements and compliance Develop
training materials and tools in the application of and compliance with policies and procedures relating to capital project procurements and compliance Serve
as a Project Control Officer
to the assigned Agencies Provide
direction and training for King County staff in the requirements and regulations concerning cost control, contract compliance and other subject areas as identified Collaborate
with Agency project managers regarding contract amendments and change orders Participate
in assigned special projects associated with making processes for compliance more effective or efficient for clients Review
Agency project management manuals for compliance with policies and procedures Minimum Qualifications
Capital procurement projects experience Understand and experience with principles, practices, and terminology used to procure Architectural & Engineering (A&E) and Construction contracts Working knowledge evaluating and negotiating change orders and/or contract amendments, claims analysis, scheduling analysis, contract close-out and regulatory requirements such as RCW, FAR, LAG manual Ability to work independently Strong communication, interpersonal, writing and customer service skills Intermediate level of technology proficiency using MS Office Productivity tools in your daily work Ability to manage your time and adapt to changing priorities, work on multiple priorities and projects simultaneously, meet quick deadlines, and produce timely and quality work products Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds We would love it if you had:
Project management, project control, and/or oversight experience One or more of the following:
CPPB (Certified Professional Public Buyer) CPPO (Certified Public Procurement Officer) Other procurement related certification(s)
Experience with LEAN processes and principles Experience with SharePoint, MS Teams and other collaborative online tools The Procurement & Payables Section is part of the larger division portfolio of countywide services. The division’s vision “Count on Us” reflects the division’s deep-seated commitment to customer success, equity, employee engagement, resource stewardship, and operational excellence. If these values align with your own, please apply and join for a rewarding career! Position Information
Work Site Details:
The Finance and Business Operations division works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location is King Street Center, 201 S. Jackson, Seattle, Washington 98104. Location Requirement:
Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. Work Schedule:
This position is Exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and therefore is not overtime eligible. Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule, every other Thursday, comprising a 40-hour workweek; normally 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Union Representation:
This position is represented by Teamsters 117. King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work, remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours, and follow FBOD’s Hybrid and Remote Guidelines including on-camera participation during virtual video meetings. The Application/Selection Process
The recruitment for this position is open to all qualified candidates. A completed King County Application is required. Applicants for this recruitment may be used to fill future opportunities in this job classification including Term-Limited Temporary, Special Duty Assignments, Short-term-temporary, and Career Service vacancies. We highly recommend that you also provide a resume and cover letter addressing how you meet the minimum qualifications and why you are interested in this position. The selection process typically consists of a phone screen, video interview, and reference checking. For some positions the process may also include skill testing, writing samples or additional interviews. Candidates will be updated on the status of their application via the email address used to apply. Note: Online applications are preferred. However, if you cannot apply online, go to the King County jobs site for other options. If you have any questions or concerns while applying, please contact: Liz Callahan, Senior Recruiter Liz.callahan@kingcounty.gov Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our “True North”, we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
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King County’s Finance and Business Operations Division, Procurement & Payables section, is seeking career procurement professionals to become part of a growing world class organization. We are looking for
enthusiastic, forward-thinking, agile, and customer service driven
employees to add to our great team. Our current opening is for a
Project Control Officer . This person will be working with the
Finance Project Control Officer team
that works with
every capital program at King County . The
Procurement & Payables Section buys vital goods and services for King County government . Our Mission is to help King County achieve sustainability and social equity through responsible stewardship of county resources, streamlined business processes, and strategic procurements from innovative suppliers. We are looking for someone who is
creative, technically knowledgeable
and has an
investigative nature . This position works closely with the Finance Project Control Manager and supports internal County agencies to provide guidance and training to ensure the Executive Policies and Procedures (P&P's) for the County's Capital Improvement Programs (CIP) are being followed, as well as working with the Capital (CAP) team to perform duties ranging from assignment of Project Control service request to developing and implementing new cost control procedures for contracts.
Scope of Job Duties
To be considered for this opportunity, you must at a minimum demonstrate knowledge, skill and ability to: Evaluate
and
negotiate claims and Procurement change orders
when requested by county project managers Serve
as a subject matter expert
and Procurement liaison for various committees focused on continuous improvement processes related to capital project procurements and compliance Develop
training materials and tools in the application of and compliance with policies and procedures relating to capital project procurements and compliance Serve
as a Project Control Officer
to the assigned Agencies Provide
direction and training for King County staff in the requirements and regulations concerning cost control, contract compliance and other subject areas as identified Collaborate
with Agency project managers regarding contract amendments and change orders Participate
in assigned special projects associated with making processes for compliance more effective or efficient for clients Review
Agency project management manuals for compliance with policies and procedures Minimum Qualifications
Capital procurement projects experience Understand and experience with principles, practices, and terminology used to procure Architectural & Engineering (A&E) and Construction contracts Working knowledge evaluating and negotiating change orders and/or contract amendments, claims analysis, scheduling analysis, contract close-out and regulatory requirements such as RCW, FAR, LAG manual Ability to work independently Strong communication, interpersonal, writing and customer service skills Intermediate level of technology proficiency using MS Office Productivity tools in your daily work Ability to manage your time and adapt to changing priorities, work on multiple priorities and projects simultaneously, meet quick deadlines, and produce timely and quality work products Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds We would love it if you had:
Project management, project control, and/or oversight experience One or more of the following:
CPPB (Certified Professional Public Buyer) CPPO (Certified Public Procurement Officer) Other procurement related certification(s)
Experience with LEAN processes and principles Experience with SharePoint, MS Teams and other collaborative online tools The Procurement & Payables Section is part of the larger division portfolio of countywide services. The division’s vision “Count on Us” reflects the division’s deep-seated commitment to customer success, equity, employee engagement, resource stewardship, and operational excellence. If these values align with your own, please apply and join for a rewarding career! Position Information
Work Site Details:
The Finance and Business Operations division works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location is King Street Center, 201 S. Jackson, Seattle, Washington 98104. Location Requirement:
Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. Work Schedule:
This position is Exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and therefore is not overtime eligible. Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule, every other Thursday, comprising a 40-hour workweek; normally 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Union Representation:
This position is represented by Teamsters 117. King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work, remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours, and follow FBOD’s Hybrid and Remote Guidelines including on-camera participation during virtual video meetings. The Application/Selection Process
The recruitment for this position is open to all qualified candidates. A completed King County Application is required. Applicants for this recruitment may be used to fill future opportunities in this job classification including Term-Limited Temporary, Special Duty Assignments, Short-term-temporary, and Career Service vacancies. We highly recommend that you also provide a resume and cover letter addressing how you meet the minimum qualifications and why you are interested in this position. The selection process typically consists of a phone screen, video interview, and reference checking. For some positions the process may also include skill testing, writing samples or additional interviews. Candidates will be updated on the status of their application via the email address used to apply. Note: Online applications are preferred. However, if you cannot apply online, go to the King County jobs site for other options. If you have any questions or concerns while applying, please contact: Liz Callahan, Senior Recruiter Liz.callahan@kingcounty.gov Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our “True North”, we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
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