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Project Control Specialist (Classification: Project Program Manager II)
Location:
Seattle, WA
Description:
Summary Exciting Opportunity: The Solid Waste Division, Enterprise Services Section looking to fill one (1) Project Control Specialist (Project Program Manager II). Take part in showcasing your existing cost control/management skills and develop new ones, by providing project control and cost control support to capital projects and contracts within the division. As a team member of the Solid Waste Project Control Unit, you will interact with projects teams across all Solid Waste's lines of business. The Department of Natural Resources and Parks is at the forefront of the County's environmental mission in safeguarding the region's natural resources through its various divisions. The Solid Waste Division is currently investing resources in developing cutting-edge solutions to the challenge of refuse management within a context of an increasing population and the opportunity that comes with an environmentally sustainable outlook. The Project Control Unit supports the Solid Waste Division to achieve its goals by providing division wide project and cost control services which helps manage project costs, and track contract equity goals. About the Role: This role is crucial for maintaining the financial health and contractual integrity of projects. This includes preparing and routing contract administration documents. Compliance review of contracts, funding commitments, invoices and pay applications, facilitating issue resolution with the project manager and vendor. This position also supports the preparation of annual cash flow statements, budget forecast reports, project performance metrics. Lastly, this position will handle and manage contract payment schedules, budgets, and escalation funds. About the Team: Collaborate with a team of people of different backgrounds and skills that stay connected with check-ins and huddles. You will find supervisor support in personal development and tailoring support to each individual's needs. Exciting challenges are daily while you can work independently and be given a fair amount of latitude in decision making within established guidelines. Commitment to Equity Racial and Social Justice: King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As a Project Control Specialist, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity . Apply now for a rewarding career at the Solid Waste Division of the King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks. Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits , and growth opportunities. Job Duties What You Will Be Doing: Perform invoice and pay application review to ensure proper rate and budget payments Analyze and input contract payment data and project progress into proprietary software Track rate payment schedules, project schedules, and escalation budgets. Report on project, budget, and contract performance metrics. Adjudicate vendor payment and reporting issues within contract policy guidelines. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills Qualifications You Bring: A minimum of three (3) years of experience in project cost control Ability to track and forecast budgets Ability to read and manage project schedules Ability to review and approve contract payments based on contract terms Competencies You Bring: Action Oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Customer Focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions. Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. It Would be Great if You Also Bring: Trainable Effective Communicator Problem Solver Willingness to take on new challenges Supplemental Information Working Conditions: Remote and Onsite Work Details: Employees in this role work remotely from a home location, with onsite reporting requirements typically monthly. The frequency of onsite work is determined by business needs and may be adjusted accordingly. Onsite reporting locations may be at various King County worksites including the collaboration space at King Street Center (201 S. Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98104). This work arrangement promotes work-life-balance and reduces carbon footprint under the department's vision of Green Where We Work . Work Schedule: This position works a 40-hour workweek and is overtime eligible with Supervisor approval. Work schedule: 5/8 Mon - Fri, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Union Representation: This position is represented by Teamsters Local 117 Professional and Technical Employees. Application and Selection Process: We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives, and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness, and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in an in-basket test and panel interview. To apply, submit a Complete Application, Resume, and Cover letter . Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening. For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact XXXX@kingcounty.gov Discover More About the Solid Waste Division: Visit our website at Solid Waste Division and check us out at Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube Discover More About DNRP : Visit our website , explore an interactive map of our recent accomplishments and check us out at Facebook , X (formerly Twitter) , LinkedIn , TikTok , Instagram , YouTube and Keeping King County Green News . Sign up for Job Alerts to be notified of additional career opportunities with King County. Select the Natural Resources category for DNRP opportunities and explore other categories of interest. 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. PDN-9be58673-b014-47c9-9f6a-6eaeec894501
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