CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT & DELIVERY MANAGER (SR ENGINEERING MGR)

Kitsap County

Port Orchard, WA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$126,455.27–$161,777.14 Per Year
SKILLS
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Asset Management, Auto Insurance, Automotive Repair and Maintenance, Background Investigation, Best Practices, Business Practices, Capital Project, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Project Management, Contract Creation, Contract Management, Delivery Management, Driver's License, Employee Assistance Plan, Health Maintenance Organization (HMO), Insurance, Investment Capital, Legal, Liability Insurance, Life Insurance, People Management, Performance Metrics, Preferred Provider Organization (PPO), Professional Engineer, Professional Services, Project Control, Project Management Certification, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Tracking, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Public Works, Purchasing/Procurement, Strategic Planning, Technical/Engineering Design, Vehicle Driving, Virtual Tape Library
LOCATION
Port Orchard, WA
POSTED
19 days ago

CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT & DELIVERY MANAGER (SR ENGINEERING MGR)

Salary

$126,455.27 - $161,777.14 Annually

Location

Public Works, Human Resources and Human Services, 507 Austin Dr, Port Orchard, WA

Job Type

Full Time PW (40hrs/wk)

Department

Public Works

Division

CAPITAL FACILITIES DIVISION

Opening Date

06/12/2026

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

NON

  • Description
  • Benefits
  • Questions

OVERVIEW

A MEANINGFUL OPPORTUNITY TO SHAPE KITSAP'S FUTURE

Kitsap County Public Works is continuing to grow its Capital Facilities Division, and we're looking for a strong leader with a strong ready to make a lasting impact. This is a chance to step into a key role and help deliver high-quality public infrastructure that directly serves the citizens of Kitsap County.

Why this role stands out:

We are seeking an experienced leader to manage our Capital Development and Delivery section within the Public Works Capital Facilities Division. In this critical position, you will guide both the Project Management and Construction teams, oversee contracted professional services, and play a central role in delivering complex, meaningful capital projects.

As the Capital Development & Delivery Manager, you will:

  • Provide comprehensive project oversight for planning, management, and completion of capital projects across the Countys portfolio, with emphasis on Public Buildings, Parks, and Utilities
  • Coordinate programs and projects with County Departments, Elected Offices, Public Utilities, State agencies and the public
  • Solve complex engineering and infrastructure challenges
  • Lead and develop a team of professional and technical staff
  • Plan, develop and implement strategic plans and objectives aligned with Countywide vision, mission and business goals
  • Execute sound business management practices and develop performance metrics to measure success
  • Create a positive work environment built on trust, approachability, and strong partnerships both internally and with external stakeholders, vendors, and the public
  • Recommend Asset Management practices to preserve and optimize capital investments
  • Establish best practice project controls, contracts management and procurement through cross-county partnerships

What you bring:

  • Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering or related field, Licensed as a WA State Professional Engineer (PE), or in process of securing WA State comity; and eight years relevant requisite experience in engineering design and construction, to include three years of supervisory or management.
  • *Engineering means the "practice of engineering" as defined in RCW 18.43.020.

Preferred Education, Experience or Other Qualifications

  • Ten years of relevant experience in engineering and design.
  • Masters Degree

For the complete job description: HRTMS Job Description Management

For more information about: Public Works - Kitsap County

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 is exempt from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

  • This position is at will and are covered under the Appendix C (as amended) to Kitsap County Personnel Manual

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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 Drivers 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 drivers license.

  • 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.

  • 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.

This position is open until filled. This position will be reviewed weekly.

At Kitsap County, we strive to take care of our team! Our employees are the greatest asset of Kitsap County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees.

County Paid Benefits Include:

Medical - Kaiser Permanente (HMO) or Aetna (PPO)

Dental - Delta Dental or Willamette

Vision - VSP

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Life Insurance - Basic, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Voluntary Term Life Insurance (VTL)

Disability - Short-term disability & Long-term disability

Voya Voluntary Insurance

Transportation incentives

Employee Assistance Program

Travel Assistance Program

Wellness program

Benefits become effective on the first calendar day of the month following the month in which the employee is hired except if the employees hire date is the first calendar day of the month, benefits begin on the day of hire. More information about employee benefits is available on the countys website at: https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Benefits.aspx or the Kitsap County Digital Benefits Guide.

  • Voluntary benefit options also available at the employees expense

Retirement:

Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security.

Deferred Compensation (IRS Plan 457b): tax-deferred savings program

Holidays

11 paid holidays and 2 additional floating holiday per year. One additional floating holiday after 10 years of service.

Vacation Leave

New employees are credited with 48 hours of annual leave upon hire and will be begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 360 hours from one calendar year to the next. Annual leave accrual will increase upon tenure, as follows:

Upon completion of 2 years: 15 days per year (10.00 hours per month)

Upon completion of 5 years: 20 days per year (13.33 hours per month)

Upon completion of 10 years: 25 days per year (16.67 hours per month)

Sick Leave

All new hires will be credited with 48 hours of sick leave upon hire and will begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 1200 hours from one calendar year to the next.

  • Part-time employees benefit contributions and leave accruals will be prorated*

Current County Employees

If you are transferring or promoting into this position you are responsible for reviewing these benefit changes; prior to accepting a position. In addition, it is your responsibility to notify the Auditors Payroll Division of a change in union status.

NOTE: This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Kitsap County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts or is incorrect with the provisions of the Personnel Manual, applicable laws, policies, rules or official plan documents they will prevail. The Personnel Manual is available at: https://www.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Personnel-Manual-2019.aspx

01

Public Works employees are considered essential employees and are expected to report to duty on time and remain at work until the end of the scheduled shift even if an inclement weather event or emergency is declared. Are you able to meet this requirements?

  • YES
  • NO

02

(REQ-1) I certify that I have read the complete job classification for this position and I am able to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

  • YES
  • NO

03

(REQ-2) I understand that all related experience must be listed under the Work Experience section of this application and that it must include a detailed explanation of my roles and responsibilities at each relevant employer. I also understand that resumes are not rated or reviewed for minimum and preferred qualifications and that an incomplete application or lack of details will disqualify my application. (Please note: The quality and completeness of the application will be considered in determining whether applicants will move to the next phase of the screening.)

  • YES
  • NO

04

How do you meet the minimum qualifications for this position?

  • Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering or related field, Licensed as a WA State Professional Engineer (PE), or in process of securing WA State comity; and eight years relevant requisite experience in engineering design and construction, to include three years of supervisory or management.
  • Masters Degree in Civil Engineering or related field, Licensed as a WA State Professional Engineer (PE), or in process of securing WA State comity; and eight years relevant requisite experience in engineering design and construction, to include three years of supervisory or management.
  • None of the above.

05

Select if you have any of the following:

  • Licensed as a WA State Professional Engineer (PE), or in process of securing WA State comity;
  • Certification as a Construction Manager from Construction Management Association of America,
  • Certification as a Project Management Professional
  • I do not have any of the above certifications, but agree to obtain and retain one of the above within one year of employment.
  • I do not have any of the above certifications, and I do not plan on obtaining.

06

Describe your management experience? Include in your response, the number of staff supervised and your roles and responsibilities as a manager. If no experience list NA

07

How and to what level have you provided project management on projects? Describe in detail any projects you have managed? If you have no experience type N/A.

08

Provide your experience in developing and overseeing contracts with consultants, contractors or vendors? If no experience list NA.

09

Driving Standard: This position will be operating a county owned vehicle. Successful candidates must meet this driving standard to be considered for this position. The standard for operating a county owned vehicle is as follows: • The applicant MUST be 18 years of age and has their drivers license for at least one year. • The applicants license must be in good standing. (It cannot be suspended or contain restrictions that prohibit or impact the legal ability to operate vehicles or revoked once (or more) in the last three years.) • The applicants drivers record in the last three (3) years is clear from the following types of violations: o Reckless driving or similar offense o DUI conviction involving use of alcohol or drugs o Hit-an-run offense involving bodily injury or reportable damage o At-Fault collision (Two or more; or any at-fault collision resulting in a fatality) o All other traffic offenses (except parking violations) three (3) or more (or more than one in last 12 months) Please note: Any major traffic violations not listed in the above will be addressed on a case by case basis and could be a disqualifying factor for driving vehicles on County business

  • Yes, I meet this standard and have a clear driving record.
  • No, I do not meet this standard. (If your answer is no, you do not qualify for this position)

10

Driving Record: Your driving record for the last 3 years will be reviewed. Please list all traffic violations and/or pending driving charges for the last 3 years below. Exclude any parking violations or photo enforcement tickets. Include in your response the type of citation, date of citation and disposition.

Required Question

Employer Kitsap County

Address 614 Division St, MS#23A

Port Orchard, Washington, 98366

Phone 360.337.7185

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/kitsap

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