Salary : $82,872.00 - $111,504.00 Annually
Location : Thurston County - Lacey, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number:
Department: Parks and Recreation Commission
Opening Date: 06/24/2026
Salary Information: The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step

Description
Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission
Job Title: Construction Project Coordinator 3
Location: Tumwater, WA
Closes: Continuous. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. It is in the applicant's best interest to apply as soon as possible. The hiring manager reserves the right to close the posting at any time once a selection has been made.

Position Status: Permanent full time.

Note: Washington State has approved a 2% COLA salary increase effective July 1st, 2026.

Washington State Parks and Recreation is currently looking to fill a Construction Project Coordinator 3 (CPC3) position for our Parks Development Division located in Lacey, Washington. As a CPC3, your primary responsibilities include managing consultants through the design and construction phases of capital improvement projects. This critical role requires an experienced construction project coordinator with good communication skills and a working knowledge of the theories, principles, and practices of architectural & engineering design, project management, ADA construction compliance, and construction for projects ranging from $250,000 to $5,000,000+. Our ideal candidate has an eye for detail and a heart for public service.

About the position:

This position reports to a professional engineer (Environmental Engineer 5} in the Scoping Team and directly supports the mission by providing project management services for proposed future capital projects. Coordinate, direct, and review the development of contract documents, reports and studies by Architecture and Engineering (A&E) firms for park construction projects. Provide construction management services and/or manage A&E construction management services for park construction projects. Develop cost estimates and cost analysis required for capital budget development and project costs.
If you're interested in a dynamic career that allows you to showcase your program management talents, please apply and become part of our dynamic team.
Telework

This position offers hybrid telework flexibility, though frequent on-site attendance is required to meet business needs. The default assigned work location of all Parks positions - both on-site and telework eligible positions - is within the State of Washington. Frequency of onsite work will vary based on business and operational needs. Parks may choose, but are not required, to support out-of-state telework on a case-by-case basis.

Duties

Some of what you will do:

• Responsible for all facets of capital project consultant management functions.
• Oversight of planning, design and permitting for various capital park construction projects including:
  • Solicit, develop and negotiate AE agreements, personal service contracts, emergency contracts, and interagency agreements.
  • Administer AE agreements, personal service contracts, emergency contracts, and interagency agreements.
  • Serve as the project representative with consultants, other contracted professionals and internal staff.
  • Work with external regulators and interested entities in determining the best methods for resolving development and permitting issues related to capital projects.
• Provide construction management services for capital construction projects to ensure compliance with contract documents including:
  • Bidding support and award evaluation services.
  • Administer AE construction management services.
  • Perform construction management services.
  • Perform Contract dispute resolution, change order negotiation and preparation.
  • Coordinate with park staff and others during construction.
  • Develop written reports addressing progress and compliance issues.
  • Travel to park construction sights.
• Develop capital budget submittals, including scopes of work, project cost estimates, and assist in the development of operational impacts for proposed capital projects.

Qualifications

Required qualifications:
Qualified candidates will meet allof the following criteria:

• Bachelor's degree* in architecture, engineering, construction management, landscape architecture, or closely related field,
• AND four (4) years of professional experience including at least 3 of those years developing and preparing design & construction documents in the office of a licensed or registered architect or engineer, and experience managing architectural, job site, and/or utility construction projects.
• Travel is an essential function of this position, a valid unrestricted (except corrective lenses) driver's license is required.

*Additional qualifying experience may substitute for year-for-year for two years of education. The two years of education must contain relevant architecture, engineering, construction management, landscape architecture coursework.
**Due to the nature of this position and in accordance with applicable legal and professional standards, a relevant degree is required.

Core Competencies:

Capital Project Oversight: Proven ability to manage full life-cycle capital construction. Includes planning, design, scheduling, permitting, and construction closeout.

Construction Management: Provide construction management services and/or manage A&E construction management services for park construction projects.

Technical Credibility: Ability to review complex civil construction drawings, specifications, and environmental or zoning constraints (e.g., critical areas ordinances).

Budgeting & Cost Estimation: Ability to develop capital budget submittals, forecast project costs, and evaluate operational impacts.

Stakeholder Management: Skill in representing the agency while coordinating with internal staff, consultants, elected officials, and the public.

Communication & Reporting: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to write clear, objective progress/compliance reports and communicate technical issues to non-technical audiences.

The Ability to take Action to Learn and Grow -Considering and incorporating new information and different perspectives. Practicing self-awareness by reflecting on personal strengths, growth areas, and biases. Taking responsibility for learning and adapting, rather than relying on others to fill gaps.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A professional license/certification in engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, or construction management.
• Knowledge of and experience in Asset Management and ArcGIS.
• Knowledge of state government and Parks rules and regulations.

Working conditions:

Monday- Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm hybrid remote or flextime as agreed by the supervisor. This position requires you to travel up to 20% as needed to accomplish assignments, occasional overnight travel may be required. The work environment is 85% inside and 15% outside but may vary upon tasks assigned. Field work may include rough terrain and enclosed spaces.

Supplemental Information

How to apply:
Only candidates who reflect the minimum qualifications on their NEOGOV profile will be considered. Failure to follow the application instructions below may lead to disqualification. To apply for this position, you will need to complete your profile which includes three professional references and attach:

• Letter of Interest specifically addressing the qualifications listed in this announcement.
• Current resume.

To take advantage of veteran preference, please do the following:

• Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 long-form copy), NGB 22, or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
• Please black out any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers. Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.
• For more information on Veteran's Preference and instructions on how to check your eligibility, click

**All requested materials must be submitted. Incomplete or late application materials will not be accepted. Failure to follow the application process may disqualify you from further consideration. **

The information provided in your application must support your selected answers to the application questions. Answers will be verified, and documentation may be required. Responses not supported in your application will disqualify you for consideration of employment from this recruitment.

This position is covered by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). Once the listed positions are filled, this recruitment announcement may also be used to fill additional positions for up to sixty (60) days. For more information: