Job Description

Posting number: 26DOT-OR-3W017

Department: Dept. of Transportation

Division: Olympic Region

Job classification: WMS BAND 3

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Engineering, Transportation, Management, Research

About WSDOT

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity

WSDOT is seeking an experienced Assistant Regional Construction Engineer to join the Olympic Region in Lacey, WA. In this influential leadership role, you'll provide strategic direction, engineering oversight, and program management for construction activities across as many as four Project Engineering Offices. You'll help ensure transportation projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with WSDOT policies, contract requirements, and the agency's commitment to quality, accountability, and exceptional customer service.

As a key member of the regional leadership team, you'll make independent decisions, provide guidance on staffing and resource allocation, and support the successful delivery of the region's construction program. Your leadership will directly advance WSDOT's mission by delivering resilient transportation infrastructure while fostering a workplace built on respect, collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

What to Expect

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Assistant Regional Construction Engineer will:

• Provides leadership and senior-level direction, support, management and engineering oversight of the construction program activities for up to four Project Engineering Offices to ensure the construction program is delivered in conformance with applicable policies and department expectations for customer service, transparency, and accountability.
• Collaborate and build effective working relationships, internally and externally to accomplish organizational goals.
• Represent WSDOT via email, telephone, or in person with the public, media, industry, FHWA, local agencies and elected officials.
• Develop and implement efficient and effective strategies to optimize utilization of staff and resources for successful delivery of the Region Construction program.
• Model leadership and performance characteristics that promote professionalism, integrity, accountability and effective stewardship.

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity, the following competencies are required

• Professional Licensure: Registration as a Professional Engineer in Civil Engineering within the State of Washington (License holders from other states will be expected to obtain a WA State PE license within six months of appointment).
• Engineering & Construction Management Applies sound engineering judgment and extensive knowledge of construction principles, contract administration, and program delivery, including budget, schedule, environmental, and quality accountability.
• Strategic Planning and Program Management Develops strategic plans, sets performance objectives, monitors results, and implements corrective actions to achieve program goals.
• Communication and Stakeholder Relations Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with executives, employees, elected officials, industry partners, media, and the public while addressing customer needs and concerns.
• Contract Administration and Decision-Making: Ability to evaluate and resolve complex contractual issues and disputes, making timely decisions that support organizational objectives
• Leadership and Workforce Development Demonstrated ability to leads and develops a diverse workforce while fostering a culture of respect, inclusion, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Driver’s License: Demonstrated ability to travel to project sites as required to fulfill project responsibilities. A valid driver’s license and the ability to operate state-owned vehicles
• Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
• Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also demonstrate:

• Technical Civil Engineering Expertise: Advanced civil engineering knowledge, typically gained through a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field; Extensive progressive experience in the design, construction, and maintenance of transportation infrastructure, including highways and bridges.
• Leadership & Alternative Project Delivery Management: Demonstrated experience leading and managing teams with a track record of progressively responsible supervisory experience, while effectively administering complex projects, including those delivered through alternative delivery methods.

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position offers some flexible/hybrid remote work options and will require regular in-person office time.
• To review the full Position Description, please follow the directions in the “Contact Us” section of this posting.
• In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov

Why WSDOT

• Work-Life Balance – We offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity.
• Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees mayearn 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 a choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.

Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?

How to Apply

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.

In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:

• An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
• An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

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WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the recruiter listed.

Contact Us

For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at amanda.strebeck@wsdot.wa.gov Please be sure to reference Assistant Regional Construction Engineer #3W017 in the subject line.