Assistant Project Manager

Title: Assistant Project Manager (CE Spec, Asst.1)

Salary

$39.12 - $45.54 Hourly

Location 

Seattle, WA

Job Type

Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

2025-00883

Department

Seattle Public Utilities

Division

Project Delivery & Engineering Branch

Job Description:

Looking for a launchpad to start your civil engineering career? 

Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is hiring an Assistant Project Manager (Civil Engineering Specialist, Assistant I) to support the delivery of essential water, wastewater, and drainage projects across the city.

This entry-level position is perfect for someone who’s organized, detail-oriented, and ready to jump into the fast-paced world of infrastructure project delivery. You’ll work alongside experienced project managers to help move critical capital improvement projects forward—supporting everything from field documentation and permitting, to vendor coordination and compliance tracking.

Whether it’s helping replace aging watermains, assisting with drainage upgrades, or keeping urgent repairs on schedule, your work will directly support the health and quality of life for Seattle residents. This is your chance to grow your career while contributing to projects that matter.

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.

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. 

We know work isn't only about what you do it’s also about who you work for and with! SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports a work life balance, including:

• Family-friendly and multicultural work environment
• Generous benefits package
• Free Orca Pass 
• City pension plan with employer/employee contributions
• Growth potential and advancement opportunities

Job Responsibilities

In this role, you can expect to: 

• Coordinate permitting timelines and assist in preparing documentation for review and submittal

• Communicate with permitting agencies, internal teams, and external vendors to support project delivery

• Help onboard vendors, track contracts, and assist with invoice processing

• Collect, organize, and upload field data, photos, and inspection logs

• Attend project meetings, take notes, and follow up on action items

• Maintain internal schedules, trackers, and compliance documentation systems

• Support construction closeout by organizing records and ensuring documentation is complete

• Assist with multiple projects across SPU’s water, drainage, and wastewater portfolios

*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

Education: Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology or two years of college level coursework in engineering and construction technology (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class)

Experience/Education Equivalency: In lieu of an associate’s degree in an accredited program, two (2) additional years of civil engineering work experience under the supervision of a licensed engineer may be substituted.

License, Certification and Other Requirements: 

• Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility

Work Environment/Physical Demands: 

• Most work is performed in a normal City work/office environment
• Field assignments entail exposure to all types of weather, traffic, hazardous/toxic substances and work in or near construction sites
• May be required to stand, walk, or bend for extended periods of time

Additional Information

This position allows for the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule.  Effective January 2025, City employees have the option to work remotely two days per week. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor.

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 full salary range for this position is:  $39.12 - $45.54 Hourly 

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.