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Associate Construction Manager

Salary

$48.27 - $58.69 Hourly

Location

Tacoma, WA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

2045-25A

Department

City of Tacoma - CITY WIDE LIST

Opening Date

12/16/2025

Closing Date

1/12/2026 8:00 AM Pacific

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Position Description

The City of Tacoma has an exciting opportunity for an Associate Construction Manager (ACM). The position will provide Construction Management on a variety of City Projects. Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, plan, direct and coordinate a variety of construction projects including water and electrical systems, streets, wastewater, solid waste and stormwater infrastructure, and facilities ensuring that projects are constructed within the scope of the project, on schedule, and within budget.

Vacancies may occur within the following departments:

+ Environmental Services

+ Public Works

Key Responsibilities:

Environmental Services:

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, the ACM will play an important role in the Capital Delivery Group of the Environmental Services Science and Engineering (ESSE) Division. The ACM will collaborate and coordinate with the group’s project engineers and Inspectors on the team’s construction management of capital improvement projects for the City’s Wastewater, Stormwater, and Solid Waste Utilities (approximately average annual Capital improvement budget of $30 Million).

Public Works:

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, the ACM will be responsible for providing construction management services in conformance with the contract plans and specification on a variety of construction projects including roads, bridges, water, and electrical systems, streets, and facilities ensuring that projects are constructed within the scope of the project, on schedules, and withing budget. This position requires exceptional people and organization skills with an ability to work with all levels of leadership, community, and various City staff throughout design and construction of capital improvement projects.

Essential Duties:

+ Provide construction management on a variety of construction and installation projects including water and electrical systems, streets, wastewater, stormwater, and solid waste infrastructure and facilities ensuring that projects are constructed within the scope of the project, on schedule, and within budget.

+ May oversee the activities of a Construction Inspector and Survey crew assigned to City construction projects.

+ Ensure that City projects are constructed in conformance with contract documents, Federal, State and City ordinances and regulations.

+ Assist in the evaluation of the bid proposals and provide recommendation for award.

+ Review agenda and conduct Pre-Construction Meetings.

+ Prepare for and perform weekly progress meetings.

+ Responsible for the review and processing of Shop Drawings/Submittals including the contractor's Construction Schedule and subsequent look ahead schedules.

+ Responsible for all project related correspondence in accordance with Division policy.

+ Responsible for tracking, assigning, coordinating, negotiating changes to the vendor contract(s) and creating/estimating contract Change Orders.

+ Responsible for project communications between Contractor, Inspector, Engineer and other project specific stakeholders.

+ Oversee and coordinate all aspects of Contract Administration requirements on City projects, including but not limited to Prevailing Wage documentation, Request to Sublet Work, and Statement of Working Days.

+ Review monthly progress payments submitted by the Inspector and ensure that progress payments are paid within 30 days of the City established payment cutoff date.

+ Oversee and coordinate release of retainage within 60 days of Final Acceptance date.

+ Provide oversight of construction budget and schedule.

+ Attend and participate in City Council Committee and City Council meetings as required.

+ Ensure that all federal, state, and City project documentation requirements are met. Prepare for, coordinate, and participate in all federal, state, and City audits.

+ Assist in the training of inspection and administrative staff in Construction Management.

+ Assist in the defense of claims for damages, claims/lawsuits filed against the City.

+ Perform other related duties as assigned.

+ Perform related incidental duties as assigned.

+ Train and provide work direction to others as assigned.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

+ Position may require lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds, pushing and climbing.

+ Work includes indoor and outdoor environment; subject to driving from site to site and working around heavy construction equipment.

+ Incumbents in this classification may be exposed to hazardous chemicals and traffic hazards.

Qualifications

An equivalent combination to:

1) Graduation from high school or equivalent and 4 years increasingly responsible experience in construction management serving in the capacity as a project engineer, construction manager,

or seven years as a construction inspector;

OR

2) Associates Degree in Construction Management or equivalent with 2 years' experience in construction management or equivalent serving in the capacity as a project engineer, construction manager or 5 years as a construction inspector;

OR

3) Bachelor of Science in Construction Management or equivalent.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Valid Washington State driver's license at time of appointment and maintenance thereafter.

Knowledge & Skills

+ Ability to read and interpret construction specifications and plans

+ Regulations related to municipality construction projects

+ Basic principles and practices of engineering

+ Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures

+ State and local codes as applied to safety and protection of public rights-of-way

+ Record-keeping techniques

+ Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy

+ Interpret, apply and explain codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures

+ Oral and written communications skills

+ Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others

+ Operate a motor vehicle

+ Computer software equivalent to MSWord, MS Excel, MS Access, and scheduling and/or project estimating and project management program

+ Basic math including geometry and trigonometry

Selection Process & Supplemental Information

Application Process

Interested individual should complete the online application and attach a resume and cover letter by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement. Applications received without attaching the required materials may not progress in the selection process.

Applicants who are eligible for veterans scoring criteria (Veterans Preference) MUST attach a copy of their DD-214 member copy 4 (proof of military discharge form) at time of application to be eligible for review for Veteran's Preference points.

Examination Process:

This is a competitive selection process. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will have their job application and responses to Supplemental Questions # 6-15 reviewed and scored by a committee of subject matter experts, as the Experience and Training Test. It is the responsibility of the applicants to adequately describe all pertinent experience and training. Please make sure you read the questions and provide complete informative answers, including your roles in the position and key activities.

Applicants who pass the test will be placed on an Eligible List for potential interview and hiring consideration. The Eligible List established for this position will be used to fill vacancies and provide set-ups for one year.

Get Assistance

For assistance with the application process or questions regarding this job announcement please contact the Human Resources office at (253) 591-5400 by 4:00 p.m. of the closing date of the job announcement.

For technical difficulties using the Neogov system, call the applicant support line at 1-855-524-5627 between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time. This will allow us to assist you before the job announcement closes.

Communication with the City of Tacoma

We primarily communicate via email during the application process. Emails from Tacoma.gov and/or governmentjobs.com should be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk email folders.

City of Tacoma’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At the City of Tacoma, we're on a mission to make our workforce as diverse and inclusive as the community we serve. We're committed to eliminating racial and other disparities, and we actively seek out candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. Join our team at the City of Tacoma and help us build a more vibrant, inclusive, and equitable community for all.

The City of Tacoma believes that diversity of thought, background, and experience contributes to our success and innovation. If you’re passionate about this role and our mission, we encourage you to apply. If you have a less traditional background, we want to hear about your transferrable skills and experience. We value a variety of perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the table.

The Community

Tacoma is centrally located just 32 miles south of the city of Seattle and 31 miles north of the state capital, Olympia. The City of Tacoma is also home to the Port of Tacoma, which is among the largest container ports in the United States. Like most cities in the northwest, Tacoma is surrounded by beautiful nature, offering residents many opportunities for outdoor adventures.

Largely suburban in nature with a small, but dense, urban core, Tacoma is home to numerous institutes of higher learning that attract students from across the country. The University of Washington Tacoma, Pacific Lutheran University, University of Puget Sound, a satellite campus of the Evergreen State College, three community/technical colleges, and several trade and business schools are within Tacoma's geographic area. Downtown's Cultural District is the site of the Washington State History Museum, Museum of Glass, the Tacoma Art Museum, and America's Car Museum.

With its affordable housing and distinctive neighborhoods and business districts, the city has been recognized numerous times as a best city to live in the nation. To see a few of the great things Tacoma has to offer, view this YouTube Video!

View this exciting video to learn more about the City of Tacoma: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2n5MWl8KFvI

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Details:

Hourly Rate: $48.27 - $58.69

Annual Salary: $100,401.60- $122,075.20

Employee Benefits | City of Tacoma (https://tacoma.gov/government/departments/human-resources/employee-benefits/)

The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.

Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.

Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.

Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.

Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.

Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.

Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.

Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.

Other Employment Information

Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.

Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.

Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.

Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

01

These questions will be used to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for this position and as a tool to screen applications prior to an in depth look at your application materials. They should be completed thoroughly and honestly. Your responses to these questions may be assessed through the interview and reference check process. Any sign of deliberate misinformation or intentional exaggeration will result in disqualification from the examination process and possible bar from future employment opportunities with the City of Tacoma. Responses to supplemental questions must be original content created by the applicant using their own words. The use of online tools or resources to create responses, such as Artificial Intelligence (ChatGPT, etc.), Google, Bing, etc., or plagiarism in any form, is considered cheating and falsification of the application. I understand that any form of cheating or falsification will disqualify my application for further consideration. I certify that the information provided is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification may cancel any terms, conditions, or privileges of employment.

+ Yes

+ No

02

Select one option that best matches your education and job experience for this position.

+ Graduation from high school or equivalent and 4 years increasingly responsible experience in construction management serving in the capacity as a project engineer, construction manager, or seven years as a construction inspector.

+ Associate Degree in Construction Management or equivalent with 2 years' experience in construction management or equivalent serving in the capacity as a project engineer, construction manager or 5 years as a construction inspector;

+ Bachelor of Science in Construction Management or closely related field.

+ None of the above

+ Other

03

If you responded "Other" to the previous question, explain how your education and job experience qualify you for this position.

04

Will you have a valid Washington State Driver License by the first day of the job if you are offered this position?

+ Yes

+ No

05

INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING TEST: Questions 6-15 are the experience and training test that will be used to establish the eligibility list. These questions will be scored by subject matter experts who will not have access to any of your application materials, and will provide scores based solely upon your answers to these questions. Your answers must stand on their own merit.

DO NOT refer to your resume in lieu of answering these questions; this will result in a score of 0 points. Raters will not have access to your resume or application at this step in the process. Your score on the experience and training test will solely reflect your responses to questions 6-15.

For questions 6-15, make sure you read the question and provide complete informative answers, including your roles in the position and key activities.

Please indicate "Yes" that you have read and understand the instructions for questions 6-15.

+ Yes

+ No

06

One of the City's Principals that Guide Us is Integrity. In detail, describe a situation where you worked to gain the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity and authenticity.

07

One of the City's Principals that Guide Us is Service. In detail, describe a situation where you built strong customer relationships and delivered customer-centric solutions.

08

One of the City's Principals that Guide Us is Excellence. In detail, describe a situation where you developed an effective and efficient project with a focus on continuous improvement.

09

One of the City's Principals that Guide Us is Equity. In detail, describe a situation where you helped to create and sustain an organizational environment that acknowledges and celebrates diversity and employs inclusive practices throughout its daily operations.

10

What steps would you take to create a climate that is supportive and respectful and that values differing perspectives and experiences? How would you measure the success of this objective?

11

Please describe your experience with construction industry related software that is used for project management, program management or cost estimating. Please provide a brief list and explanation of how you use each to manage your workload.

12

Please describe your experience working with stakeholders (outside of your organization) on projects. How did you ensure their voices were heard and their requirements or requests were met?

13

Please describe your experience working as part of the project team on capital projects associated with roads, major arterials, bridges, wastewater, surface water, or solid waste projects; please focus on your construction management experience.

14

Please describe your experience providing cost estimates or budgets, in addition to conducting constructability reviews during the pre-design or design phase of a project.

15

Please describe your experience negotiating and processing Change Orders to contracts.

16

Please tell us how you learned about this job opening.

+ Job Interest Card notification

+ Internet search

+ Professional organization

+ Community organization

+ Military organization

+ Union job posting

+ City of Tacoma employee

+ Online job board posting

+ Word of mouth

+ Other

17

Please provide specific information regarding how you learned about this job opening. Thank you, your feedback will be used to evaluate our success reaching the public and refine our methods for future job postings.

18

Did you remember to upload a cover letter and resume, AND a DDForm 214 Member Copy 4 if you are a Military Veteran who is eligible for Veteran's Preference, to this application?

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

Employer

City of Tacoma

Address

Human Resources Department 747 Market Street Tacoma, Washington, 98402-3764

Phone

253-591-5400

Website

http://www.tacoma.gov

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