Working Title- Construction Project Supervisor
Classification- Construction Project Coordinator 4
Job Status- Full-Time/Permanent
WDFW Program- Capital and Asset Management Program – Construction Division
Duty Station- Lacey, Washington – Thurston County

Learn more about being a member of Team WDFW!

Embrace this role to serve the Department and Capital Asset Management Team in delivering technical and professional engineering, construction and maintenance to sustain facilities, infrastructure and ecosystems under the Department’s care.

Picture yourself being a key player in the delivery of capital construction and maintenance work for the agency.

In this dynamic role, you will manage all teams of construction professionals within the Lacey and Yakima Construction Shops, whose mission is to support the construction and maintenance of agency assets state-wide.

You are excited to manage projects such as construction and maintenance of fish hatchery assets including buildings, raceways, water intakes, and incubation; and development and maintenance of constituent access points such as viewing platforms, water access sites, and wildlife area access roadways.

WHAT TO EXPECT
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, this position will:

Project Management.

• Directs and monitors the activities necessary for successful completion of maintenance and construction projects ranging from the construction of office buildings to habitat restoration, hatchery and wildlife projects, ensuring appropriate means and methods are being implemented.
• Develop and monitor spending plans and estimates for capital and maintenance activities.
• Monitors budgets and reviews reports to ensure maintenance and construction activities remain on target.
• Provide supervision, guidance and assist project managers and construction supervisors in the scoping projects, development of cost estimates and spending plans.
• Reviews engineered designs and directs the review of conceptual and final drawings to provide construction expertise to mitigate issues of functionality or feasibility.  Ensuring that issues or conflicts that would require adjustments or exemptions to ordinary construction practices and identified and communicated.

Supervision and Mentoring.

• Supervises and mentors technical and professional level staff at the Lacey and Yakima Shops to support an effective, motivated team. Manages all trades including, metal fabrication, carpentry, mechanical, earthworks, electrical, control systems, fish transport, and preventative maintenance.
• Sets goals and objectives, develops strategies to implement, and develops performance measurements and standards for the purpose of ensuring individual and program performance objectives are met.
• Manages personnel issues relating to staff conflicts, absenteeism, performance issues, etc. in a positive manner for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
• Responsible for planning and maintaining work systems, procedures, and policies that enable and encourage the optimum performance of its people and other resources within the unit.

Shop Management.

• Develops the budget for and directs the management of CAMPs fleet assets.  Evaluates staffing needs, develops standards for spending of fleet funding, works in collaboration with the agency Fleet Manager and budget staffing to develop cyclical replacement plans and the management of usage rates.
• Directs and sustains facility safety measures.  Evaluates the unique security needs for each shop, ensures assets, staff, and construction materials are secure, enclosures have adequate monitoring needs, and works in collaboration with CAMPs Safety Officer to ensure that industry and agency safety standards are met, if not exceeded.
• Manages the infrastructure at both shops by developing, analyzing, planning, and organizing office and yard utilization.

Working Conditions:

Work setting: 80% office work, 20% fieldwork.  Fieldwork occurs in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, rain, or snow.  Work in rough terrain, riverbanks, slippery slopes, and other surfaces in all types of weather conditions. This position may involve working in or near water, including tasks that require navigating, negotiating, and performing duties related to water environments.

Schedule:  40 hours per week, Monday through Thursday, four (4) 10-hour shifts.  Potential for occasional evening or weekend work as needed.  Alternative schedules may be considered based on business needs.

Travel requirements: 20% Travel/Field Statewide.  Routine travel to Yakima.

Customer Interactions: Customer service is integral to department success.  This position will interact with all WDFW programs, budget and field staff, and other state agencies requesting assistance.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Qualifications:

Four (4) years of construction experience, including two (2) years at a level equivalent to Construction Superintendent.

And

Four (4) years’ experience supervising construction crews.

Experience in/with:

• Construction methods, equipment, and materials, principles of engineering and their application to construction work; building materials, their cost, use and sources of supply.
• Construction and workplace safety programs.
• Microsoft Office Suite (ex: Word, Excel, Outlook, etc).
• Reading blueprints and analyzing construction plans and specifications.
• Coordinating work, supplies, equipment, and personnel.
• Maintaining good public relations.
• Preparing accurate and concise reports.
• Developing and managing a budget.

Skills:

• Effective communication skills including verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills.

License:  Valid Washington State Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications:
In addition to the required qualifications, our ideal applicant will possess some or all the following:

• Six (6) years of construction experience, including two (2) years at level equivalent to Construction Superintendent.
• Advanced conflict management skills.
• Experience with current fisheries biological protection criteria.
• Experience with the life cycle of fish and fish identification.
• Experience operating criteria of fish screens, fish ways, and current WDFW policies.
• Experience with standard crane hand signals and safe rigging practices.

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 (3) 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 Cheri.Potter@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 emailJayme.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 Cheri.Potter@dfw.wa.govand reference job #2025-03451.

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