Infrastructure Development Manager

Job Summary

The Infrastructure Development Manager supervises and manages the Infrastructure Development work group of the Capital Development Department to deliver a variety of capital projects to improve and sustain effective project delivery. The position is responsible for helping assigned project managers. The position’s profile requires high levels of interpersonal engagement, particularly within STA, to support objectives of the department, working across divisions of the agency to ensure timely results. The Infrastructure Development Manager supports the Capital Development Department and the Department of Planning and Development in improving project management tools, procedures, and performance measurements. Additional responsibilities include providing technical and quality guidance to the STA Executive Team as directed.

Ideal Candidate Profile

History of successfully directing the development of design, engineering or construction projects significantly complex and costs, from preliminary design through project completion

Experienced in delivering public works projects on time and within budget

Subject matter expert on state and federal laws and regulations governing public works projects

Leader with a demonstrated history of  conflict resolution, problem solving and team building

History of developing project controls and SOPs which align with industry best practices

Able to effectively communicate and/or collaborate with internal stakeholders, executive staff, board of directors, external agencies and consultants

PE license or PMP certification

Our Benefits

  • Annual salary of $89,423 – $119,835 depending on qualifications
    • Up to $3,000 in sign-on bonuses available
    • PPO Medical Plans (Vision coverage included)
    • Premera Blue Cross – Your Choice 250 Heritage Plus Plan
    • Kaiser Permanente CDHP PPO Plan
    • HMO Medical Plans (Vision coverage included)
    • Kaiser Permanente Medical Core Plan
    • Kaiser Permanente Medical Core Buy-Up Plan
    • Delta Dental PPO Plan
    • WA State Public Employee’s Retirement System (PERS)
    • PERS 2 or PERS 3
    • Deferred Compensation/457 plan
    • Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) employer contribution of $50/month
    • Employer Paid Basic life ($50,000), AD&D ($50,000) and long-term disability insurance
    • Pet Insurance
    • AFLAC Supplemental Insurance
    • Vacation Accrual Schedule (paid)
    • 0-4 years of continuous service – 2 weeks per year
    • 5-9 years of continuous service – 3 weeks per year
    • 10-14 years of continuous service – 4 weeks per year
    • 15+ years of continuous service – 5 weeks per year
    • Sick Leave Full-time employees –  96 hours per year maximum
    • .0462 hours earned per hour in paid status 8 hours per month maximum
    • 7 Paid Holidays
    • 4 Floating Holidays
    • Free bus passes for employee and dependents
    • Onsite workout facility
    • KEPRO Employee Assistance Program
    • Flexible schedule (9/80) available after completion of probationary period
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Examples of Duties

Develop and deliver STA’s construction-related programs within its approved capital improvement program and operating budget – on time and within budget – to support STA’s mission in providing public transportation to the region.

Lead a motivated team of project managers and consultants in delivering projects, ensuring team members have adequate support and resources to successfully manage and deliver projects.

Maintain positive working relationships in support of capital program delivery objectives.

Support the capital project managers and establish and maintain best practices for capital program delivery

Education and Experience

Minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience as a project or program manager in a related design, engineering or construction field, with three years or more of supervisory experience of professional staff. A graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management or related field from an accredited school is preferred. A professional engineer (PE) license or project management professional (PMP) certification is highly preferred.

Interested in Applying?

A cover letter and resume are required along with a completed online application. For more information regarding this position, please contact Andrew Tackett, HR Specialist, at [email protected] or (509) 325-6080. This position is open until filled.

Spokane Transit is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of age, disability, ethnicity/race, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or veteran status.

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