Capital Projects Program Specialist - Limited Duration

Facilities, Fleet, and Parks Department's Capital Projects Team is seeking an experienced Program Specialist to help advance Washington County's strategic goals and serve our diverse community. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to assist with a wide variety of facilities capital projects to add to their professional portfolio, including assisting with small renovations of existing space, largescale HVAC upgrades, and high-profile multi-million-dollar new builds.

• Develop plans, schedules, and cost estimates for capital improvement projects following established County technical design standards using Procore Construction Management Software and Revit.
• Prepare requests for proposals and lead the consultant/construction management selection process.
• Plan, schedule, and direct the work of consultant teams in architecture, engineering, construction, and related services.
• Prepare and maintain all project budgets by monitoring and controlling expenditures.
• Review, reconcile, and approve invoices for payment according to contract terms and conditions.
• Liaise between internal clients, county administrators, and external contractors to facilitate formal review of design documents and specifications.
• Reviews and approves site plans, design drawings, and construction plans prepared by consultants.
• Resolve project problems and interpret contract language to consultants, contractors, and other departments.
• Visit work sites and inspect projects to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
• Provide expertise in a professional field of civil engineering, architecture, electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Arrange for receipt, storage, disposal, movement, and accountability of project-related materials, equipment, and furniture, according to County purchasing guidelines.
• Successfully manage competing priorities of ongoing and new projects, as well as conduct research and gather information.
• Prepare and present informational agenda items to County administration and Board of County Commissioners.
• Collaborate closely with both Facilities Operations and Information & Technology Services staff early and often to ensure seamless project hand-off.
• Manage warranty and project close-out process to properly conclude each project.
• Contribute to the development of a comprehensive deferred maintenance and capital improvement inventory.

• Passion for building facilities that are responsive to the diverse language, cultural and ability needs of Washington County residents and partners
• Talent for providing positive and proactive solutions to project management issues
• Self-motivated and able to function at a high level with minimal supervision
• Consistently exercise discretion and independent, good judgment
• Strong analytical, organization, problem recognition, avoidance & resolution skills
• Ability to lead and work as a team with a wide variety of diverse stakeholders, colleagues, senior management, professional consultants, and construction personnel
• An open and collaborative working style, characteristic of a team player who can support a One Washington County approach to every project

• Facility project management practices as well as specific aptitude for managing complex mechanical, engineering, and plumbing (MEP) projects as new installations and replacements.
• Comprehensive space planning to include consideration of security, accessibility, sustainability, trauma-informed design, Employer of Choice building amenities, resiliency, wellness, LEED, and IPD (Integrated Project Delivery)
• Sustainable Construction principles and practices, from siting and materials to maintenance.
• Project Management Institute (PMI) guidance contained in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK)
• All federal, state, and local building and construction code requirements
• Public agency (or private organization contracting for) large complex public works infrastructure projects.
• Building systems, including HVAC, security technology, and fire & life safety.
• Modern building technologies that include Building Information Modeling (BIM), Reality Capture, Project Information Management (PIM), and Clash Detection and Resolution.
• Construction drawings; knowledge and understanding of IBC (International Building Code), ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) and Universal Design principles.
• Establishing & controlling budgets, while implementing & managing project schedules, to ensure adherence to program requirements and institutional standards.
• Current trends, principles, and practices in design and construction industries.

• Three (3) years of work experience in program administration, development, evaluation, and/or contract administration; OR
• An Associate Degree in a social service, business administration, or related field; AND One (1) year of work experience in program administration, development, evaluation, or coordination, and /or contract administration.

• Must possess a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and have an acceptable driving record per Washington County policy. To review Washington County's Driver's License and Record Policy: Driver's License & Records Policy (Vehicles - Section 800).
• Some positions may require the completion of a criminal history check in accordance with Oregon Administrative Rules.

1. Apply today! In lieu of a resume, you are required to complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Act.
2. MQ Review: HR will screen applications for MQs after the posting closes - after July 28th.
3. Subject Matter Expert (SME) Review: Depending on the number of applicants that meet MQs, a SME panel may perform an in-depth evaluation of your application materials, including your responses to the supplemental questions. This process will begin after August 4th.
4. Panel Interview(s): Our goal is to schedule panel interviews with candidates who successfully pass the SME review soon as possible.
5. Conditional Offer of Appointment: Human Resources will conduct a salary analysis for the successful candidate(s) and extend an offer of appointment.
6. Post-Offer Check: The successful candidate(s) will undergo background and reference checks.
7. Start Date: A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.

• Veterans' Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to request veterans' preference points for this recruitment, please review instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points
• Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: A reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance, please contact Human Resources at 503-846-8606 or careers@washingtoncountyor.gov at least 48 hours before the step(s) of the selection process for which you feel you need an accommodation.

• Questions about this recruitment? Contact Mia at mia_richards@washingtoncountyor.gov