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Full Time, Permanent Project
We are excited to announce and opening for a Construction Project Coordinator 3 that will facilitate and coordinate all aspects of capital projects between Department of Enterprise Services (Engineering & Architectural Services), consulting with architects and engineers, contractors, nursing homes, cemeteries, and Temporary Housing Program facilities. Ensure capital projects are designed and built in conformance with applicable regulations and building codes as well as specifications and regulations governing nursing home building requirements.
At the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA), we are passionate about our mission of “Serving Those Who Served.” As a national leader in our advocacy for nearly 500,000 Veterans and their family members, we strive to connect them to earned benefits as well as innovative programs focused on their overall health and wellness. In addition, we provide critical community services through a variety of programs, and at our four State Veterans Homes located in Orting, Port Orchard, Spokane, and Walla Walla. These locations provide Medicare and Medicaid nursing home care to Veterans, including, in some instances, their spouses, widows, or Gold Star Families.
The incumbent reports to the Construction Project Coordinator 4 (CPC4) position. Serves as a project manager responsible for the planning, coordination, development, and implementation of capital projects for our four nursing homes, cemeteries, Temporary Housing Program, central office and other WDVA-owned or leased properties in support of established or proposed facility utilization programs. Provides project management and technical expertise in support of the agency’s capital budget and capital program under the direction of the CPC4. Directs, coordinates, and reviews the development of designs and specifications by private design firms for the construction of state-owned nursing facilities.
Duties
- Facilitating and coordinating all aspects of capital projects between the Department of Enterprise Services (Engineering & Architectural Services); consulting with architects and engineers, contractors, and nursing homes.
- Ensuring capital projects are designed and built in conformance with applicable regulations and building codes as well as specifications and regulations governing nursing home building requirements.
- Serving as lead contact and primary liaison with contractual arrangements and architectural and engineering.
- Directing and monitoring the work of consultants and assigned project manager.
- Assisting with the development and maintenance of a ten-year capital master plan for all facilities, including preservation of historical buildings.
- Directing the development of criteria and standards for space use and assignment for facilities design, construction, and layout planning.
- Performing necessary research to assure the most current techniques in space planning, programming, engineering, construction, etc. are utilized and considered in planning projects.
- Coordinating communication with Federal Veterans Administration and other federal, state, or local grantors in the application, award, and execution of capital project grants.
- Ensuring compliance with any state or federal energy or environmental requirements for facilities.
*A full copy of the Position Description is available upon request*
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree involving major study in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Facility Management, or closely allied field.
- At least 3 years of experience in capital project coordination, construction management, or facilities project delivery.
*A combination of education and experience may be considered on a year-for-year basis. Experience must be relevant to the position.*
- Demonstrated experience managing projects through design, construction, and closeout phases.
- Demonstrated experience with budget tracking, scheduling, and contract coordination.
- Demonstrated experience working with contractors, consultants, and multidisciplinary teams
- Must be proficient in the English language.
- Agency Required Competencies for all positions:
- The ability to take action to learn and grow.
- The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.
Preferred/Desired:
- Demonstrated experience in public sector capital programs (state, county, federal, or higher education).
- Familiarity with Washington State capital budget and OFM/DES processes.
- Demonstrated experience with public works contracting (RCW 39.04, RCW 39.10).
- Demonstrated experience with healthcare, institutional, or multi-site facility environments.
- Demonstrated experience preparing concept papers, capital budget requests, or legislative project documentation.
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
- Must be able to travel throughout the state to WDVA facilities.
- Must be able to pass a DSHS BCCU Background Check prior to beginning services and every two (2) years in accordance with WDVA Policy 615.000 Background Checks. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- Must successfully complete, within mandated timeframes, employee orientation and all other mandatory, annual, in-service, and other required training.
- Must become familiar and comply with all DVA policies and procedures and Collective Bargaining Agreements as applicable.
- Must sign the confidentiality statement for all employees.
- Positions requiring travel must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and must be insured if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business.
- Candidates who are offered a job with WDVA must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
Supplemental Information
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Application Process:
Top candidates will be contacted directly to interview for this position. Because the selection will be based on information provided by you, it is in your best interest to identify the knowledge, skills and abilities that address the mandatory and desirable qualifications described below.
Please include the following documents with your application:
1. A letter of interest describing specific qualifications.
2. A current resume detailing applicable experience and education.
Finalists will be asked to provide a list of at least three professional references with current telephone numbers.
Other Information:
- This position is non-represented.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer
Here at YOUR Washington Department of Veterans Affairs our employees come from all walks of life. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or Veteran status.
We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contribute to the success of the mission of the agency. Having a diverse workforce is this agency’s greatest resource of strength and knowledge. It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures on how we can provide the best customer service. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone.
The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with a disability who need assistance in the application process or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call (360) 725-2183. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.
You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our award-winning diverse and inclusive organization.
If you have any questions regarding this announcement, program, or the agency, please contact us at recruiters@dva.wa.gov.