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King County Library System · 15 hours ago

Facilities Project Manager

Issaquah, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

King County Library System (KCLS) is seeking a skilled Facilities Project Manager to oversee and coordinate facility improvement and construction projects across KCLS locations. The successful candidate will manage project activities, budgets, and schedules while ensuring compliance with KCLS standards and regulatory requirements.

Education

Responsibilities

Managing internal and external stakeholders to support project delivery and budget oversight

Monitoring and reporting project status, including schedule and budget performance, to senior administration and the Board of Trustees

Developing, organizing, and summarizing documentation related to dispute resolution

Preparing contractual documents and technical specifications for public bidding of facilities and construction projects

Conducting constructability reviews and supporting the direction of architectural and engineering consultants

Manages and coordinates facilities improvement and construction projects from planning through completion, ensuring goals, timelines, and budgets are met in alignment with KCLS standards

Acts as the primary contact for assigned projects, facilitating communication among internal teams, contractors, consultants, and vendors

Assists in developing project scopes, budgets, and schedules, and tracks progress toward approved plans

Reviews plans, specifications, and cost estimates for accuracy, constructability, and compliance with KCLS and regulatory requirements

Prepares, reviews, and processes contract documents, including requests for proposals, bid documents, change orders, and pay requests

Monitors contractor and consultant performance, identifying and communicating issues to ensure quality, safety, and contract conformance

Conducts site visits and inspections to verify progress, assess field conditions, and support timely problem resolution

Coordinates with internal departments, including Public Services, IT, and Safety, to plan project phasing and minimize service disruptions

Maintains project documentation and reporting, including schedules, financial tracking, and progress summaries

Prepares and delivers project status updates through written reports and presentations to staff, the public, senior administration, and the Board of Trustees

Ensures compliance with public works statutes and procurement requirements in project bidding and contract execution

Supports long-range facility planning efforts by providing project data, cost analysis, and recommendations for future improvements

Participates in post-project evaluation to identify lessons learned and opportunities to enhance project delivery processes

Coordinates the selection, procurement, and installation of furniture, fixtures, and equipment for new buildings and renovations

Supports the public art process for assigned projects

Provides space planning and design support for small-scale facility projects

Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Facilities ImprovementConstruction OversightProject ManagementBudget ManagementContract ManagementTechnical SpecificationsPMP CertificationCustomer Service MindsetProductivityEffective CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsAdaptabilityPresentation SkillsActive ListeningDetail OrientedProblem SolvingFocus

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited school in architecture, construction management, engineering, or related field

Five years' progressive experience in facilities projects oversight, preferably in public works

Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the necessary qualifications to successfully perform the duties of the position will be considered

Considerable knowledge of project management principles, practices, and tools

Demonstrated ability to manage several projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and quality standards

Demonstrated time management skills

Highly organized and detail oriented

Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and evolving project needs

Clearly, succinctly, and effectively communicates ideas verbally and in writing

Effective presentation skills tailored to diverse audiences

Interpersonal skills including active listening and collaboration

Model for customer service mindset and delivery

Ability to maintain focus and productivity while managing frequent interruptions

A valid Washington State driver's license and be an insurable driver by KCLS is required