Seattle Colleges Hiring for Associate Director of Capital Projects (2 opportunities) at Seattle, WA Full Time

Opportunity Description

About Us

We are a district of three distinct colleges-North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and South Seattle College-and five specialty training centers, which makes us the largest and most diverse community college district in the state of Washington. We are leaders in change and innovation.

As a Seattle Colleges employee, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the passionate work of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion as we work against systemic racism. Additionally, you will gain the rewarding experience of contributing to the success of an open-access learning institution that prepares students for life and work, fostering a diverse, engaged and dynamic community.

Seattle Colleges staff and faculty also enjoy a competitive benefits package, professional development opportunities and enrichment experiences in areas of their choice including, committee, workgroup, and affinity group opportunities.

Position Summary

These opportunities are open until filled; first review of materials will begin: 01/18/2023

Salary range for this position is: $66,500/yr. – $91,800/yr. depending on experience)

Are you passionate about effective project management and leadership? Do you have experience leading effective project management in facilities management construction or other fields? If these questions resonate with you, then we invite you to consider joining our team, an equity-focused open-access college dedicated to helping all students achieve their academic and professional goals. As an Associate Director of Capital Projects, you will play a critical role in creating a built environment in which students can thrive and will be a key member of the facilities management team.

In this role you will be responsible for the planning, coordinating, managing, and administering design and construction activity for assigned projects across the Seattle Colleges District. Additionally, this position supports facilities staff in coordinating minor projects such as office relocations, is responsible for monitoring budgets and schedules, maintaining all project records, requests for information, correspondence, and acting as the owner’s representative on assigned projects.

As a Seattle Colleges employee, you will enjoy competitive compensation as well as all the benefits as a Washington State employee. To learn more about our excellent benefits offerings please see our benefits overview here: Seattle Colleges Employment Benefits

This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement with representation by AFT-SPS

Application Procedures:

• Attach current resume
• Attach cover letter addressing how your background intersects with the job

Required application materials must be completed and submitted online

Notice to Applicants:
Please note that Seattle Colleges is working under hybrid remote and on-site operations, pending public health guidance and business needs. Per CDC and WA Public Health directions, at this time we will be practicing social distancing and holding interviews virtually using video conference or teleconference options. As such, if you are selected for interview, please be prepared to hold your interview virtually.

What you will be working on:

• Under the direction of the Executive Director for Facilities and Capital Projects, develops and implements institutional Capital Projects processes, guidelines, and standards to ensure campus capital project planning efforts align with institutional mission, objectives and strategic plans and comply with regulatory requirements.
• Under the direction of the Executive Director for Facilities and Capital Projects, manage consultants throughout the capital planning and implementation process. Coordinate capital planning, architectural and engineering, and other consultants deemed necessary for the planning and implementation process.
• Under the direction of the Executive Director for Facilities and Capital Projects, manage and oversee all aspects of district-wide space planning, space allocations and space utilization.
• Under the direction of the Executive Director for Facilities and Capital Projects, effectively manages projects in the District by coordinating activity on projects, including feasibility analysis, programming, preliminary studies and development of alternative solutions, preparation of project estimates and budgets, solicitation, receipt, and evaluation of project bids, construction administration, site observation of construction, management of the project budget, and project close-out.
• Ensures that projects meet the needs of campus constituencies by consulting and coordinating with appropriate faculty and/or staff committees, student groups and pertinent departments such as Facilities, IT and areas affected by projects.
• Under the direction of the Executive Director for Facilities and Capital Projects, manages day-to-day coordination of all phases of construction project development and implementation. Coordinates the activities of other departments, such as Facilities and IT and with outside vendors for items such as scheduling the availability of spaces, relocation of occupants, voice/data wiring, installation of classroom technology, procurement of furnishings, fixtures, and equipment, and location of existing utilities, etc., as necessary for the successful completion and occupancy of projects.
• Under the direction of the Executive Director for Facilities and Capital Projects, reviews project scope and submittals for meeting institutional standards. Works with Operating Engineers to assure alignment with existing facilities and proper hand off to maintenance upon project completion.
• Responsible for fiscal accountability and program account management including cost estimates, budgets and certification of payments.
• On behalf of the Executive Director for Facilities and Capital Projects, serves as liaison with Engineering and Architectural Services Division of the Washington Department of Enterprise Services (DES), campuses, consultants, contractors, city officials, Citizen’s Advisory Councils, Community Groups, and submission of required paperwork, project updates, surveys and other documents required by DES, SBCTC and other city, state and federal agencies.
• Monitors and oversees construction project scope, budget, standards and schedules. Participates in contractor conflict resolutions and disputes. Implements corrective measures as necessary. Coordinates project activities to minimize impact to departments and programs. Maintains and archives project records. Provides routine project and budget status reports.
• Use AutoCAD to plan projects, maintains an orderly plan filing system, creates and updates AutoCAD files for all District facilities to accurately reflect current conditions.
• Informs the Executive Director for Facilities and Capital Projects about the condition of existing District buildings and facilities and notifies them and campus leadership and staff of deficient or unsafe conditions.
• Under the direction of the Executive Director for Facilities and Capital Projects, promotes and supports the District’s commitment to sustainability by planning, designing, and constructing capital projects and physical improvements using sustainable principles such as those established by the U. S. Green Building Council and following guidelines such as those set forth by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education and other similar organizations.
• Collects and analyzes data needed for short-, mid-, and long-term planning for facilities, capital projects, and infrastructure to meet campus program and growth requirements.

What you bring as a candidate: (Any Equivalent Combination of Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education and Experience)

• Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Project Management, OR, equivalent experience (three or more years) in commercial capital construction management
• Five or more years’ experience in Project Management, Capital Projects, Engineering, Construction and/or Architecture.
• Demonstrated ability to execute plans associated with major renovation and new construction on time and within budget.
• Demonstrated experience managing public works projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing major new construction with budget capacity of twenty-five million.
• Proficiency in use of computer software applications to facilitate successful construction management, e.g. AutoCAD, Office 365, Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, etc.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current best practices, principles and standards of engineering, architecture, construction methods, procedures, policies associated with construction project management.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a variety of stakeholders including agencies, consultants, contractors, city officials, inspectors, Citizen’s Advisory Councils, and college staff to facilitate a successful construction management program.
• Demonstrated excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Demonstrated ethics, integrity, and sound professional decision-making skills and judgment.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with students, colleagues, and staff representing diverse ethnic, cultural, socioeconomic, and learning abilities.

Physical Requirements:

The position

• Typically works in an office environment and uses a computer, telephone and other office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of an office.
• Encounters frequent interruptions throughout the workday.
• Is regularly required to provide 1:1 support, present to small groups, and work at a computer exercising repetitive hand motion with or without reasonable accommodation.

Disability Accommodation

Seattle Colleges follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants: 

• Ability to operate office equipment 
• Ability to read and verify data and prepare various materials 
• Ability to exchange information on the phone or in person 

Notice of Non-discrimination Statement 

Seattle Colleges is committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity for all its students, employees, and applicants in education, employment, services and contracts, and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, age, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, status as an honorably discharged veteran or disabled veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. In addition, reasonable accommodations will be made for known physical or mental limitations for all otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Further, the Seattle Colleges is committed to ensure that all employees and students work and learn in an environment that fosters mutual respect and professionalism, free from all forms of “bullying” behaviors, including “cyber bullying”. 

Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the college’s Director of Legal Compliance:

1500 Harvard Avenue Seattle, WA 98122-3803

(206) 934-3873 

Seattle Colleges is committed to recruiting dedicated faculty and employees who together create a welcoming academic climate that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation. 

Background Check Statement 

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required WA HB 2327.