Engineering Project Manager Jobs in Washington

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Build Excellence: Guide Major County Infrastructure Projects
Your diverse engineering background managing capital projects across building systems, sewer infrastructure, and HVAC facilities is exactly what we need. As our Capital Project Manager, you’ll lead construction of essential county assets—literally building the facilities and infrastructure the public relies on—ensuring quality, compliance, and long-term community value.

As the Capital Project Manager, you will:

• Drive transformative capital construction projects from concept to completion, serving as the technical expert and strategic leader for complex, multidisciplinary infrastructure projects including buildings, utility systems, and public facilities.
• Manage county-owned asset development with broad professional autonomy, applying independent judgment to establish procedures, systems, and priorities while directing project scope, schedule, and budget on high-impact capital initiatives.
• Lead cross-functional engineering excellence by serving as the primary technical resource for internal engineers, technicians, and construction managers, while overseeing both in-house teams and external professional service contracts.
• Navigate complex political, environmental, and technical landscapes, providing expert analysis on sensitive issues and presenting technical testimony and progress updates to elected officials, community groups, and the Board of County Commissioners.
• Shape procurement and contracting strategy by preparing RFQs, RFPs, and bid solicitations; negotiating contracts with consultants and contractors; and ensuring full compliance with federal, state, and local contracting requirements.
• Build and mentor high-performing engineering and project delivery teams, establishing performance standards and participating in hiring decisions that will define the future of county infrastructure management.

What you bring:

• Professional Engineering Credentials:
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Washington State, or actively pursuing Washington State comity, demonstrating commitment to professional excellence and regulatory compliance.
• Educational Excellence:
  • Bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, electrical, or related engineering field from an accredited institution.
• Proven Leadership Experience:
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory or lead experience managing engineering or construction-focused teams or contractors.
• Comprehensive Engineering Background:
  • At least 6+years of relevant engineering experienced emonstrating technical competencein municipal infrastructure and public buildings.
  • Experience in construction management or working closely with construction managers is a strong bonus.
  • Project management experience should be directly related to delivering public works improvements.
• Advanced Communication Skills:
  • Experience with public presentations, technical testimony, and stakeholder engagement, with ability to translate complex engineering concepts for diverse audiences.
• Strategic Procurement Experience:
  • Knowledge of public-sector procurement for professional services, contract negotiation, and consultant or contractor oversight.
• Preferred Certifications:
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Construction Manager (CMAA) credentials that enhance your project delivery capabilities.
• Engineering means the "practice of engineering" as defined in RCW 18.43.020.

OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION

• Who May Apply: This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills.
• This position is classified as exempt from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• This position is non-represented and covered under the Kitsap County Personnel Manual. Internal applicants should be aware that a change in union status or bargaining unit may impact your benefits and accruals. Please contact Human Resources if you have questions.
• Driving Requirements
  • The successful incumbent must meet the driving requirements of this position and submit a copy of the current driving record/abstract (from state of residency) to review for eligibility to drive for Kitsap County prior to employment. The successful incumbent must obtain a valid Washington State Driver's License prior to hire and maintain a satisfactory driving record as outlined in the Kitsap County Vehicle Use Policy. This position is categorized as:
    • Category 1: operates County-owned vehicle, and
    • Category 2: Driver may operate a personal vehicle as an essential function for official County business. Any employee using a personal vehicle on official County business shall be required to maintain auto liability insurance, in addition to having a valid driver's license.

• Application Requirements

  All applicants, internal and external, must submit a complete and fully detailed application. Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all minimum qualifications for the position by the posted closing date. The County uses the information provided in the application (not the résumé) to verify relevant work experience and to determine placement on the pay scale if you are selected for the position.

• To be considered, your application must:

  • Be fully completed, including all supplemental questions. Provide specific and detailed information showing that you have performed the duties and gained the experience required for the role. Include the total years of relevant experience, quantified based on full-time equivalency. Applications that are incomplete, lack sufficient detail, or do not clearly demonstrate that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications will be screened out and will not move forward in the hiring process. Meeting the minimum qualifications is required.

• Prior to employment, the successful candidate must:

  • Submit official transcripts from an accredited college or university or business school, if education is being used to meet the minimum qualifications.
  • Pass all job-related examinations/tests necessary to demonstrate required knowledge, skills and abilities, as determined by the hiring authority at time of job posting.
  • Authorize and complete a criminal background check. Information received is reviewed on a case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove a candidate from consideration. This process is conducted in compliance with the Washington Fair Chance Act (RCW 49.94). Information received is evaluated on a case-by-case basis and will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. FCA-Flyer_June 2026_English_Update
• Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office.
• Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the application materials submitted. Per RCW 42.56.250, all applications for public employment, including the names of applicants, resumes, and other related materials submitted with respect to an applicant are exempt from public inspection.
• This recruitment is being used to fill an existing open position, and may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months.
• Flexible hours are available, as approved by management.