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State of Washington · 2 weeks ago

Transportation Engineer 4

Walla Walla, WA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$28/hr - $31/hr

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a leading multimodal agency known for its excellence in transportation. They are seeking a Transportation Engineer 4 to manage construction oversight activities, ensuring compliance with design and construction plans while coordinating with various stakeholders.

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Responsibilities

Verify projects are constructed consistent with the approved plans and WSDOT standards and specifications

Perform ongoing project field inspection of development projects located within WSDOT right of way; ensure that all changes are documented and coordinated with the Eastern Region Construction Engineer

Act as an engineering technical specialist to support and guide consultants on construction issues

Provide ongoing support and communication for consultants with regards to all construction matters, such as approval of Record of Materials and coordination with other WSDOT departments (materials lab, traffic office, signal shop, environmental, etc.)

Direct and oversee the region's Development Services staff in reviewing intersection channelization and construction plans and provides recommendations for approval to the Assistant Regional Administrator

Oversee development agreement preparation and tracks development agreements

Qualification

Transportation Engineering ExpertiseConstruction OversightContract ComplianceEngineering Documentation ManagementField InspectionService-OrientedMicrosoft OfficeCommunicationLeadershipGrowth Mindset

Required

Transportation Engineering and Construction Expertise: Advanced knowledge of highway engineering principles, design standards, quality assurance, and construction practices supporting safety, accessibility, and multimodal transportation goals. Experience reviewing modal construction plans for accuracy and preparing recommendations for senior management decision making

Construction Oversight and Inspection: Experience conducting field site construction inspections to verify compliance and resolve discrepancies with approved plans, permits, specifications, workmanship, materials, ADA compliance

Contract Compliance and Engineering Documentation Management: Demonstrated experience developing, monitoring, and administering development agreements from preparation through closure, utilizing data systems to monitor project milestones, deliver project status, and maintain project documentation

Communication and Leadership: Ability to multi-task, prioritize and track work, actively solve problems and communicate issues; Ability to oversee and direct the work of development review staff; Ability to utilize Microsoft Windows, Word, Outlook, Excel, and other agency software programs within two (2) months of employment

Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth

Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others

A valid driver's license and the ability to operate state-owned vehicles

Preferred

Transportation Project Delivery Competency: Ability to deliver transportation projects in compliance with WSDOT and FHWA standards, including application of design and construction requirements, development agreements, and plan preparation and approval processes, often obtained through completion of a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification

Benefits

Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including telework options for eligible positions.

Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!

Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.

Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more.

Insurance Benefits – Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement And Deferred Compensation – State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness – If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays – Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Sick Leave – Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month.

Vacation (Annual Leave) – Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA).

Military Leave – Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave – Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave.