Senior Project Manager-Administrative Services (term-limited)

Salary range is $81K to $180K with a midpoint of $129K. New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.

Sound Transit also offers a competitive benefits package with a wide range of offerings, including:

• Health Benefits: We offer two choices of medical plans, a dental plan, and a vision plan all at no cost for employee coverage; comprehensive benefits for employees and eligible dependents, including a spouse or domestic partner.
• Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement Plans: 401a - 10% of employee contribution with a 12% match by Sound Transit; 457b - up to IRS maximum (employee only contribution).
• Paid Time Off: Employees accrue 25 days of paid time off annually with increases at four, eight and twelve years of service. Employees at the director level and up accrue additional days. We also observe 12 paid holidays and provide up to 2 paid floating holidays and up to 2 paid volunteer days per year.
• Parental Leave: 12 weeks of parental leave for new parents.
• Pet Insurance.
• ORCA Card: All full-time employees will receive an ORCA card at no cost.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Sound Transit will pay up to $5,000 annually for approved tuition expenses.
• Inclusive Reproductive Health Support Services.
• Compensation Practices: We offer competitive salaries based on market rates and internal equity. In addition to compensation and benefits, you'll find that we provide work-life balance, opportunities for professional development and recognition from your colleagues.

This is a term-limited position of 5 years.

GENERAL PURPOSE:

Under general direction of the Director of Administrative Services, the Senior Project Manager plans, manages, and implements agency-wide projects in support of Administrative Services. The Senior Project Manager manages the scope, schedule, and budget for assigned projects; develops and implements workplans and tools; leads cross-functional collaboration; and coordinates with departments, consultants, and external partners to achieve project objectives. This role requires a strategic, customer-focused approach to program delivery and change management within a dynamic, matrixed environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The following duties are a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Leads the planning, implementation, and completion of assigned projects and programs in alignment with Administrative Services and agency goals.
• Develops, manages, and continuously improves processes, programs, and tools that support efficient operations of the Administrative Services Division.
• Manages project budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget while maintaining quality.
• Coordinates across divisions, departments, and external partners to ensure alignment, resolve issues, and support timely decision-making.
• Serves as a resource of support and guidance for project managers and program leads agency-wide.
• Leads consultant procurement and contract management activities, including development of scopes of work and oversight of consultant deliverables.
• Oversees workspace planning and implementation projects that enhance collaboration and employee experience at the core campus and related facilities.
• Conducts assessments and gap analyses of agency programs and practices to inform recommendations and implementation strategies.
• Provides leadership for process improvement and change management initiatives within the Administrative Services Division.
• Prepares and presents reports, summaries, presentations, and briefings for executive audiences.
• Manages competing priorities and multiple projects simultaneously with a detail-oriented, organized approach.
• Champions and models Sound Transit's core values and demonstrate values-based behaviors in everyday interactions across the agency.
• Contributes to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion in alignment with Sound Transit's Equity & Inclusion Policy.
• It is the responsibility of all employees to follow agency safety rules, regulations, and procedures pertaining to their assigned duties and responsibilities, which could include systems, operations, and/or other employees.
• It is the responsibility of all employees to integrate sustainability into everyday business practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Urban Planning, Project Management, or a related field. Five years of experience performing project management, implementation, research, analysis, and/or administrative support for planning, public policy, transportation, or related programs; Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Principles, practices, and techniques of project and program management.
• Methods and tools for developing, tracking, and reporting project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Experience managing projects in a matrixed organization and coordinating across multiple divisions or disciplines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Skill in contract management, consultant oversight, and procurement processes.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to prepare and present information clearly to executives, stakeholders, and diverse audiences.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external partners.
• Commitment to Sound Transit's core values, including diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Work is performed in a standard hybrid office and field environments.
• Positions working in field may occasionally be exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, physical harm, hazardous chemicals, and/or extreme noise.
• Position includes occasional weekend/night shifts; position is responsible for assisting with move activities which happen over weekends to limit disruption to employees.
• Position is required to inspect buildings for site visits and walk throughs. May be subject to bending, hearing, kneeling, talking, seeing, and walking.
• The Agency promotes a safe and healthy work environment and provides appropriate safety and equipment training for all personnel as required.

Sound Transit is an equal employment opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment action based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status or other protected class.