Capital Programs Lead (SA2)

Position Description

Seattle Public Utilities seeks a Capital Programs Lead (SA2) to oversee integrated drainage and wastewater capital improvements within the central and south geographic region of Seattle. This position leads a team of 2-4 staff managing an annual budget of $30-$50M, focusing on urban flooding solutions, sewer capacity improvements, reducing combined sewer overflows (CSOs) and reducing polluted runoff.

About Seattle Public Utilities: Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and garbage/recycling/compost. SPU also provides drinking water for 1.5 million customers in the region. SPU’s work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1,400 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations.

For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), checkout the:

• SPU Workplace Expectations (Download PDF reader)
• Strategic Business Plan

SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities.

We know work isn’t only about what you do, it’s also about who you work for and with! SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports a work life balance, including:

• Hybrid work schedule opportunities
• Family-friendly and multicultural work environment
• Generous benefits package
• Free public transportation options
• City pension plan with employer/employee contributions
• Growth potential and advancement opportunities

Job Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Management

• Lead programming for new capital projects in the central and south geographic region

• Manage $30-$50M annual budget and resources

• Supervise 2-4 staff including engineers, capital projects coordinators, and strategic advisors

• Provide oversight for project portfolio including leading team in developing and right-sizing options to balancing technical needs, long term operations and community values.

• Monitor program performance and evaluate investment efficacy

Project Oversight

• Serve as Line of Business (LOB) Representative for assigned capital projects

• Ensure projects align with SPU's Vision and Strategic Business Plan and the Shape Our Water Community Vision

• Develop business cases and present recommendations to SPU Leadership

• Lead consultant procurement processes and direct consultant work

• Apply project management principles throughout all project phases

Collaboration & Partnership

• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders

• Build relationships with community partners

• Participate in community engagement activities, including attending community meetings occasionally on nights and weekends

• Promote positive, collaborative relationships with staff, consultants, other City of Seattle Departments ,regional partners, and regulators

• Embed racial equity approaches in capital project planning

Technical Leadership

• Act as subject matter expert for wastewater and CSO project planning

• Coordinate with other DWW teams involved in CSO planning and execution, including the Long Term Control Plan team

• Contribute to asset management and infrastructure maintenance policies

• Support technical based capital project initiation and options analysis phase alternatives development and project policy resolution

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Project Management, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Construction Management, Urban Planning or related field

AND

Experience: Five (5) years of professional-level experience in comprehensive planning, capital project/program management, infrastructure planning, or utility operations (drainage, water, or wastewater services) or related field.

OR

Education/Experience Equivalency: Seven (7) years of professional-level experience in comprehensive planning, capital project/program management, infrastructure planning, or utility operations (drainage, water, or wastewater services) or related field.

Note: Combinations of education, training, certification, and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability.

Desired Qualifications

• Supervisory experience including performance management and work plan development
• Experience with community-centered project approaches
• Proven ability to build teams and collaborate effectively with diverse teams, translating complex ideas and building strong working relationships across different groups and perspectives.
• Strong stakeholder management skills
• Budget management experience
• Project management experience, ideally experience planning and delivering infrastructure for integrated, multi-benefit solutions in specific geographic areas from initiation through 30% design.
• Knowledge of drainage, water, or wastewater infrastructure systems
• Understanding of sanitary sewer and combined sewer system hydrology and hydraulics, and potential solutions for addressing system problems

Additional Information

Workplace Schedule/Environment:

• This position allows for the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. Starting January 2, 2025, City employees will have the option to work remotely two days a week. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor.
• Work is performed both in an office environment and in a public setting.

Application Requirement(s):

1. A complete NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application

2. Supplemental questionnaire responses

3. Attached Resume & Cover Letter describing your skills and experience in relation to this position.

Candidates submitting an incomplete Application Packages will NOT be considered

The salary range for this position is $54.60 - $81.93 per hour ($114,004.80 - $171,069.84 annually).

This hiring process involves a background check of conviction and arrest records incompliance with Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SME 14.17. Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.

Benefits: The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents_. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans.

Who may apply: The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

If you have any questions, please contact Erika Monroe at erika.monroe@seattle.gov.

Learn more about Seattle Public Utilities at our web page www.seattle.gov/util/.