Classification- Construction Project Coordinator 3
Job Status- Full-Time - Permanent
WDFW Program- Capital Asset Management Program (CAMP)
Duty Station- Olympia, Washington – Thurston County

Learn more about being a member of Team WDFW!

This role offers the opportunity to apply your technical expertise, leadership abilities, and collaborative skills to advance project management efforts that support the restoration and construction of fish and wildlife infrastructure and facilities.

As a key member of the team, you will coordinate, direct, and oversee the planning, scheduling, cost control, and execution of complex construction projects.

You will also lead and mentor entry and journey level project coordinators, while managing partnerships with external design firms to guide the development of project designs and specifications.

What to Expect-
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Construction Project Coordinator will, 

Manage Projects: 

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project objectives, and scope.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, including forecasting costs and ensuring cost control throughout the project.
• Assemble technical team to identify the necessary project components, which may include purchasing, surveying, drafting, engineering, permitting, cultural, construction methods, and contracting.
• Solicit, hire, and manage any necessary external architecture and engineering support.
• Develop the construction documents and coordinate the review process for construction approval.
• Ensure all necessary permits and approvals are obtained before project initiation and maintained throughout the project.
• Oversee public works and in-house projects to ensure that project scope aligns with expectations and that the projects adhere to the established schedule and budget.
• Direct and evaluate the work of public work contractors. 
• Provide consistent and substantive communication with all stakeholders throughout the duration of all assigned projects.

Minor Works Category Lead:

• Oversee the review, development, assignment, and management of projects categories such as capitol funded minor works, RCO, FEMA and other related categories. 
• Develop, assign, and review the work of entry-level and journey-level construction project coordinators.
• Provide training, mentorship, and guidance to professional and technical staff.

Construction Site Inspector:

• Oversee daily operations at the construction site, ensuring safety and compliance with construction codes, standards, and contract documents.
• Conduct regular site inspections to assess progress, quality, and adherence to safety protocols.
• Maintain daily logs and supplement inspection records with photographs. 

Working Conditions: 

Work setting, including hazards: 

• Combination of in office and field work. 
• Fieldwork involves travel to and from field sites, often requiring work in outdoor conditions, including inclement weather and difficult terrain such as deep snow, slippery rocks, steep banks, and sticky mud. 
• This position may involve working in or near water, including tasks that require navigating, negotiating, and performing duties related to water environments. 
• Ability to walk over rough terrain. 

Schedule: Typically, Monday - Friday, 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M., 40 hours per week.  May include occasional evening or weekend work as needed. Alternative schedules may be considered based on business needs.

Travel Requirements: Travel is required throughout the State for up to a week at a time.

Tools and Equipment: Computer hardware and software, video conferencing equipment, testing equipment materials and motor vehicles.

Customer Interactions: Frequent interactions varying between Federal, Local, Inter-Agency, and Intra-Agency customers and vendors.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications: 

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, building construction, or closely related field, 

And

Four (4) years of professional construction project management experience

Or 

Equivalent education/experience.  

Certifications/Licenses:
Valid Driver’s License 

Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Successful completion of agency training and/or certification per supervisory direction, position need, and training availability.

Preferred Qualifications:
In addition to the required qualifications, our ideal applicant will possess one or more of the following:

Proficient in the fundamentals of structural, mechanical, electrical, water systems, and construction for the convenience, comfort, efficiency, safety, accessibility, administrative procedures and systems relating to capital projects.

Experience in/with: 

• Bluebeam Revu.
• Microsoft computer software including Excel, Word, Outlook etc.
• Leading staff managing public works and in-house staff projects.
• Cost estimation, construction processes and inspections, as well as project management.
• Hands-on construction experience acquired through employment with a licensed contractor.
• The principles and practices of project management for design.
• Construction standards and practices including construction scheduling, building codes, cost estimating, cost control, environmental and construction permitting and public works policies and procedures.
• Assuring goal measurement, progress reporting, and meeting budget expectations. 
• Ensuring the timely completion of projects within budgetary constraints, established guidelines and maintaining accurate and up-to-date logs of activities related to assigned projects.

Your application should include the following:

• A completed online application showcasing how your qualifications align with the job requirements.
• An up-to-date resume. 
• A cover letter detailing your interest in the position, your relevant skills and experience, and why you are the ideal candidate.
• At least three professional references with current contact information.

Supplemental Information

In addition to pay and other special employee programs, there are other benefits that WDFW employees may be eligible for. Click the “Benefits” tab at the top of this announcement to learn more.

Important Note: 

All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link:  https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

 Union - WFSE: 

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).  This recruitment may be used to fill positions in addition to those listed.

 Veteran and Military Spouse Preference Notice: 

Per RCW 73.16.010 Veterans and qualifying spouses who meet the minimum qualifications of a position are eligible for preference during the initial application review stage. To receive this benefit, please do the following: 

• Notify us of your veteran or military spouse status by email at Elizabeth.Bullard@dfw.wa.gov.  
• Veterans only – Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
  • Please redact any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers.
• Subject line must include recruitment number, position, and spouse/veteran (example: 2024-1234 – Biologist 1 – Veteran)
• Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer

As part of WDFW’s efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications.  Therefore, we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully.  All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington.

The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer.  We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity.  Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.

Request an accommodation: Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format please contact Jayme Chase by phone 360-902-2278 or email Jayme.Chase@dfw.wa.gov, or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 800-833-6388.

Technical Difficulties: If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or support@neogov.com. 

Other questions: If you have other questions regarding this position, please reach out to Elizabeth.Bullard@dfw.wa.gov and reference job #2025-06233.

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