Local recruitment: Assistant Capital Project Coordinator (Asst CPC), Watershed

• Salary: $52.04 – $60.59 Hourly
• Location: North Bend, WA
• Job Type: Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time
• Job Number: 2026-00181
• Department: Seattle Public Utilities
• Division: Water Line of Business
• Opening Date: 03/10/2026
• Closing Date: 4/7/2026 4:00 PM Pacific

Position Description

Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is recruiting for an Assistant Capital Projects Coordinator at the Cedar Falls location, near North Bend, WA. This position will help develop, plan and lead Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) and Operations and Maintenance (O&M) programs for facility assets within the municipal watersheds. This work involves researching, analyzing, and developing solutions to meet the facility needs of SPU employees and the visiting public.  The successful candidate will assist the team with providing timely and professional services related to the management of SPU workforce, operational, historical, and public-facing facilities. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, customer service focused and able to manage many projects simultaneously.

Interested? Apply today!  

About Seattle Public Utilities: Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and garbage/recycling/compost. SPU also provides drinking water for 1.5 million customers in the region. SPU’s work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1,400 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations.

 For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), check out the:  

• SPU Website 
• SPU Workplace Expectations (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader)
• Strategic Business Plan

SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities.

Job Responsibilities

• Attends planning meetings to determine objectives, program plans and project scope.
• Assists in developing and negotiating specifications and schedules for design and construction of facilities projects 
• Monitors and coordinates activities of contractors, consultants, and end users during construc­tion.
• Researches contracts, project designs and construction of projects.
• Assists in developing contract and project specifications, selecting consultants and contractors, negotiating contracts for design and construction of projects, and administering contract oversight of watershed facilities and infrastructure projects, including preparing and processing change orders, verifying invoices, tracking expenditures, and handling project closeout.
• Prepares reports, correspondence, advertisements, and official docu­ments regarding project status, progress, payments, or to advertise consulting bids.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

Experience: Requires a minimum of two years project or construction management or related experienceAND

Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Business Administrat­ion, Urban Planning or related field (or a combination of educa­tion and/or training and/or experience which provide an equivalent back­ground required to perform the work of the class).*If no degree, two (2) additional years of relevant experience is required.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with construction of capital improvement projects (CIP), maintenance work, and Project Management. 
• Ability to use financial systems, such as PeopleSoft, for creating and processing purchase orders and reconciling invoices.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel and SharePoint.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience supporting projects involving multiple stakeholders. 
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities quickly.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.

Additional Information

How to Apply:

We require a complete online application. No additional documents will be reviewed (resumes/cover letters). 

Pre-Employment/Pre-Placement Requirements:

The hiring process involves a background check of conviction and arrest records in compliance with Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SME 14.17. Applicants will be provided with an opportunity to explain or correct background information.

The full salary range for this position is $52.04 – $60.59 hourly.

Workplace Environment/Expectation: This position requires the selected candidate to work onsite at the Watershed Headquarters at Cedar Falls full time (40 hours per week).

Who may apply:
 The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
 
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City’s website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and covered family-members/most employees-plans
 
If you have any questions, please contact Danielle Sheridan @ danielle.sheridan@seattle.gov.

Employer: City of Seattle

Address: Seattle Municipal Tower, 700 5th Avenue, Suite 5500, Seattle, Washington, 98104

Website: http://www.seattle.gov/jobs