Public Works Capital Projects Manager

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Pay Range

$110,302 - $154,419 Annually

Midpoint

$132,350 Annually

Starting salaries generally fall between the minimum and midpoint of the range. Each offer depends on the candidate’s experience and qualifications, internal pay equity, and available budget. Salary offers are negotiated individually based on these factors.   

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Lead impactful Public Works projects that shape the community. In this role, you’ll plan, organize, and coordinate complex administrative and engineering efforts, while overseeing operations, staff, and resources across a variety of projects and programs. Working under the guidance of the Public Works Director, you’ll also provide leadership to assigned personnel while driving projects forward from concept to completion.

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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

This position is posted and open until filled – first consideration will be given to those applicants who apply prior to April 7, 2026.

Selection will be based on overall qualifications, and an interview process. The final candidate selected will be subject to a comprehensive background/reference check commensurate to the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree with coursework in civil engineering or closely related field.

• Six (6) or more years of experience in engineering design, planning and project administration.

• Two (2) years in a supervisory role.

Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid driver’s license

• Washington State Professional Engineer's license upon hire and maintain throughout employment. Out of State applicants must have the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire date.

WE ARE RICHLAND

At the City of Richland, your work makes a difference every day. From maintaining essential services to enhancing our community, you’ll be part of a team that values teamwork, integrity and excellence in what we do.

With a strong sense of purpose, great benefits, and a commitment to growth, we are building a community we’re proud to serve.

Richland Rewards – Supporting Those Who Serve

Regular Full-Time (35 to 40 hr/week) Employee Benefits

• Excellent open access (preferred provider) medical plan with substantial City-paid contribution

• City-paid dental and vision plans

• City-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (equals two times the employee's annual salary)

• City-paid Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Participation in the State of Washington's Retirement Plan (PERS)

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• 10 Paid Holidays

• 4% City-match deferred compensation with 457 and 401(a) plan options

  • Management Level = additional 3% City-paid into the 401(a) Plan

• Extended Sick Leave (ESL)

• Section 125 - Flexible Benefits Plan (Medical/Dependent Care)

• City Paid and Employee Paid Retirement Health Savings Plan

• Employee Assistance Program

• Annual Performance Assessment System

Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual

Regular Full-Time (40hr) Accrual Rates. (The accrual rates for full time (30-34hr) and part-time positions are pro-rated based upon the position's budgeted hours.)

Years of Continuous Service / Maximum Hours Per Month

0 months through 6 months / 13.33 hours per month

6 months through 9 years / 20.33 hours per month

10 years through 15 years / 22.33 hours per month

16 years through 20 years / 24.33 hours per month

Over 20 years / 26.33 hours per month

Note: Unaffiliated staff (non-union employees) may receive some or all of the benefits listed below based on the Compensation Plan for Unaffiliated Employees (Comp Plan) with the City; consult the Comp Plan for specific information about position benefits.

The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified and diversified work force.  Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age (over 40), martial or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.
 
In accordance with the American with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be provided for participation in the application and selection process, if requested.  Persons with a disability who need assistance must notify the Human Resources Department about the accommodation needed at the time of application and prior to the closing date by calling (509) 942-7392. 
 
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