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Senior Project Manager (Construction Project Coordinator 4)
State of WashingtonWashington, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 8 Jul 2026
💰 $119,460/yr($88,788/yr – $119,460/yr)
About the role
Posting number: 2026-FPS-010
Department: Dept. of Enterprise Services
Division: Facility Professional Services
Job classification: CONSTRUCTION PROJECT COORDINATOR 4
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Project Management
Summary
Senior Project Manager
(Construction Project Coordinator 4)
(Construction Project Coordinator 4)
Monday - Friday | 8AM - 5PM | HYBRID
NOTE:
The hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time after the required posting period, and during the recruitment process. It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible. Additionally, this is a home-based hybrid position, with the requirement to come into the office and travel to project sites as needed.
The Department of Enterprise Services (DES) provides centralized business services to state government agencies; to other public entities such as cities, counties and tribes; and to Washington residents. DES’ mission is to strengthen the business of government for a sustainable and just future. Learn more about DES.
The Facility Professional Services (FPS) Division provides professional public works project management, energy efficiency and facility planning services to effectively meet the needs of its customers in support of their service to Washington.
About the Opportunity:
As a Senior Project Manager and principal client advocate within the Engineering & Architectural Services (EAS) Program, you will lead the coordination, design, and construction of complex public works projects with total project budgets up to $150 Million for specific state facilities. In this high-impact role, you will partner closely with clients and oversee design and construction of multi-year major public works projects as well as minor public works projects. In this role you will both direct private architectural and engineering firms through the design and stakeholdering processwhile maintaining strict project, schedule, and cost controls. Beyond driving project management and contract administration from conception to completion, you will serve as a vital team leader and primary backup for fellow managers. Additionally, you will champion a culture of continuous improvement by actively practicing and promoting Lean principles, optimizing operations to deliver exceptional, efficient services that reduce the overall cost of government operations.
The hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time after the required posting period, and during the recruitment process. It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible. Additionally, this is a home-based hybrid position, with the requirement to come into the office and travel to project sites as needed.
The Department of Enterprise Services (DES) provides centralized business services to state government agencies; to other public entities such as cities, counties and tribes; and to Washington residents. DES’ mission is to strengthen the business of government for a sustainable and just future. Learn more about DES.
The Facility Professional Services (FPS) Division provides professional public works project management, energy efficiency and facility planning services to effectively meet the needs of its customers in support of their service to Washington.
About the Opportunity:
As a Senior Project Manager and principal client advocate within the Engineering & Architectural Services (EAS) Program, you will lead the coordination, design, and construction of complex public works projects with total project budgets up to $150 Million for specific state facilities. In this high-impact role, you will partner closely with clients and oversee design and construction of multi-year major public works projects as well as minor public works projects. In this role you will both direct private architectural and engineering firms through the design and stakeholdering processwhile maintaining strict project, schedule, and cost controls. Beyond driving project management and contract administration from conception to completion, you will serve as a vital team leader and primary backup for fellow managers. Additionally, you will champion a culture of continuous improvement by actively practicing and promoting Lean principles, optimizing operations to deliver exceptional, efficient services that reduce the overall cost of government operations.
Examples of duties
Some of what you’ll enjoy doing includes:- Manage large multi-year projects with total project budgets of $150M, this includes collaborating and ensuring excellent customer service to the client agency, while also ensuring that project design goals are being met for complex projects with multiple consultants, during construction ensuring that quality goals, schedule and budget are being met.
- Manage all phases of project delivery, contract administration, and construction for concurrent public works and facility improvement projects from initial planning through close-out.
- Monitor capital project budgets, expenditures, and cost estimates to ensure all work remains within authorized spending limits and allocations.
- Track project schedules, critical paths, and milestones, while performing routine site visits and inspections to ensure quality and resolve completion or warranty issues.
- Review and approve project invoices, contract amendments, change orders, field authorizations, and work products prepared by staff, consultants, and contractors.
- You may lead and supervise project managers, providing oversight on assignments, financial plans, and the administration of public works design and construction contracts.
- Manage all phases of major capital projects, including those exceeding $100 million, by determining delivery methods and aligning scope, schedule, budget, and specialty consultant needs.
- Review and approve critical project documentation, including agreements, amendments, and change orders, while ensuring strict compliance with agency policies, RCW/WAC regulations, and funding requirements.
- Coordinate and manage professional architectural and engineering services for concurrent public works projects, including negotiating fees in accordance with guidelines and overseeing design, bidding, and closeout documents.
- Perform comprehensive reviews of work products, specifications, cost estimates, and
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