Construction Manager III – Major Construction at Port of Seattle

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Sep, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Construction Management, Project Leadership, Budget Management, Scheduling, Conflict Resolution, Communication Skills, Personnel Management, Collaboration, Risk Management, Dispute Resolution, Constructability Reviews, Stakeholder Coordination, Public Works Procurement, Labor Relations, CPM Scheduling, Project Labor Agreements

Industry

Government Administration

Description

As Construction Manager III, you will routinely and independently manage concurrent multiple major construction projects which include projects as part of the Landside Program at various locations surrounding the SEA airport. You will work with multiple stakeholders to deliver projects that comply with contract documents and meet quality, safety, schedule, budget, and operational needs. You will also manage the construction budgets and schedules and supervise construction management staff and consultants. You will provide project leadership regarding all construction activities including project development, phasing and sequencing, bidding, execution and closeout. You will execute change orders and/or resolve claims that do not significantly affect the budget, scope, and schedule of the project. You will evaluate and process disputes/claims in coordination with Construction Program Leader. You will supervise Assistant Construction Managers, Construction Managers I and II, Project Assistant and/or Inspectors, including assigning and reviewing work products, hiring, evaluating performance, and administering discipline. You will perform constructability reviews and provide comments on design drawings and contract documents. You will identify potential risks/issues and advise customers and project managers of needed changes to construction plans and details. You will provide resolutions of project issues and challenges routinely requiring coordination with local, federal, and state agencies, or affected communities. You will thoroughly document work related to disputes/claims and present positions to higher level managers to inform and reach a resolution. Experienced – You have four (4) years of experience in major construction project management including inspection, cost estimating, scheduling, and/or payment processing to include one (1) year of supervisory/lead/mentor experience including leading a project or process. Desired –We hope you have a bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related field. We hope you are a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Design-Build Professional (DBIA), or Project Management Professional (PMP). Committed to Equity – You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work. At the Port of Seattle, equity is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Port employees. Problem-solver – You have strong negotiation, conflict resolution, and dispute resolution skills and can partner with legal, Dispute Review Board (DRB) or other alternative dispute resolution forums to resolve disputes. You can also manage stressful situations and expected and unexpected changes. Efficient Communicator - You possess strong written and verbal communication skills to provide reports, develop specifications, make presentations, and provide status updates to internal and external stakeholders. You can leverage interpersonal skills and technical knowledge to bring people and ideas together to perform effectively. Leader – You possess effective personnel management skills and working knowledge of staff leadership principles including setting performance expectations, managing and improving performance, developing and training, and providing leadership, direction, and feedback. You can also efficiently delegate responsibilities to manage workloads and can forecast staffing for projects to align with budget trends and reporting status in relation to forecasts. Collaborator - You can collaborate with internal teams and external partners for the purpose of building partnerships with key individuals or groups. Your management approach aligns with the Port’s RAISE values. Expertise – You are experienced in the delivery of horizontal/civil infrastructure projects, including utility, environmental, roadway/surfacing, earth retaining, and/or bridge construction. You are familiar with public works procurement and the different contracting tools utilized to deliver this type of work. You possess knowledge of federal, state, and local public works contract laws and regulations, including construction standards and building codes, Washington Administrative Codes (WACs), and Revised Code of Washington (RCWs). You have expertise in Project Labor Agreements (PLAs), labor relations, and the collective bargaining process, along with advanced skills in CPM scheduling, stakeholder coordination, and conflict resolution.

Responsibilities

As Construction Manager III, you will manage multiple major construction projects, ensuring compliance with contract documents and operational needs. You will lead construction activities from project development to closeout, while supervising staff and managing budgets and schedules.