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Pierce County · 1 day ago

Parks Capital Program Manager

Greater Seattle Area

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$117K/yr - $157K/yr

5+ years exp

Pierce County is seeking a Parks Capital Program Manager to lead and support their Parks and Recreation department. The role involves overseeing planning, capital programming, and construction of public spaces while providing mentorship and strategic direction to the team.

Government

No H1B

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and direction for long-term planning, design, permitting, and construction of park, open space, and recreation facilities within the County’s Capital Improvement Program, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget

Oversee and develop the division’s operating and capital budgets, monitor expenditures, and manage grant applications and external funding sources to support strategic priorities

Manage and support division staff—including planners, project managers, and construction professionals—through effective supervision, coaching, performance management, and adherence to County policies and labor agreements

Supervise contracts and consultant relationships, including architects, engineers, and construction firms, ensuring quality, compliance, and accountability throughout all project phases

Coordinate and communicate effectively with County departments, external agencies, cities, park districts, and community partners to align projects and advance shared goals

Develop and present analytical and technical reports, ordinances, and recommendations to the Director, County Executive, and Council, ensuring transparency, accuracy, and sound decision-making

Qualification

Construction managementBudget managementSupervisory experienceProject managementGeographic Information System (GIS)Parks Capital Budget programProfessional engineering licenseEmpathyAccountabilityCommunication skillsLeadershipCollaboration

Required

Additional education or experience which clearly indicates the ability to perform the essential functions of this position may substitute on a year for year basis

Bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture, civil engineering, project management, business or public administration or closely related field

Five to six years of increasingly responsible experience directly related to the position

Four years of supervisory experience

Please attach a current resume and cover letter with your application. Failure to attach these will result in an incomplete application