Engineering Manager (WMS 03)
About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure that people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.
The Opportunity
The I-405/SR 167 Megaprogram is seeking a Construction Engineering Manager, who will be responsible and accountable for the successful delivery of the Megaprogram’ s design-build and design-bid-build projects on the I-405/SR167 corridors. This position will be responsible for developing, implementing, and communicating the long-term construction vision for the Megaprogram. This position will strategically manage the construction policy, standards, and procedures and oversight of all construction elements, and design elements for design-build contracts, to ensure program’s construction, maintenance and operations activities comply with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations in a manner that is consistent with WSDOT’s mission and goals.
This position will manage the Megaprogram projects and staff of 15-40 professionals (State and Consultants). This position will provide day-to-day management of professional and technical engineers to incorporate construction and improvements to the Megaprogram transportation plans and facilities.
What to Expect
As the Engineering Manager, this position is directly responsible to guide, mentor, supervise, and set policy and direction for the engineers and staff of the I-405/SR167 Megaprogram Projects. Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Engineering Manager will:
- Provide administration and leadership for all design and construction engineering activities and contract compliance, including design-build and design-bid-build for the I-405/SR167 Megaprogram.
- Lead the development of a well-trained, motivated, and diverse workforce to empower employees to have ownership of procedure and outcomes.
- Administer the design and construction engineering workforce requirements to successfully deliver the I-405/SR167 Megaprograms construction program on schedule and within budget.
- Ensure the coordination of engineering activities with engineering support services, maintenance, public information, traffic, and all other required working groups within WSDOT to commit to efficient and constructible contract plans.
- Represent WSDOT at various local agency and community meetings/committees, and various internal and external committees and task forces with industry partners.
- Investigate and help resolve contractual disputes and claims and is responsible for the resolution of any design and construction related problems.
- Ensure safety is emphasized in the daily planning of work by State employees and contractors and that safety is WSDOT’s top priority.
Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:
- A Professional Engineer license in the State of Washington. (License holders from other states will be expected to obtain a WA State PE license within six months of appointment).
- Ability to manage a complex multimillion dollar budget to ensure successful delivery of projects.
- Ability to communicate (both verbal and written) and negotiate skills in working with a variety of people including the contractor, office staff, consultants, the public, public agencies, and other stakeholders to address a wide range of issues and concerns.
- Knowledge in highway and bridge construction, general construction issues, contract administration, managing project delivery techniques, principles of management, quality principles and tools, contract administration policy, and construction contract law.
- Knowledge and the ability to develop and construct unique technical systems for large civil infrastructure, intelligent transportation systems, and environmental retrofits in sensitive natural environments with multiple stakeholders, as well as an understanding of toll systems and operations.
It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:
- Bachelor’s of Science in Civil Engineering or related field.
- Five (5) years of experience in delivering design and construction projects.
- Experience in procuring projects through design-build and design-bid-build processes.
- Knowledge of FHWA processes and requirements related to delivering federally funded projects.
- Knowledge and experience in managing change in projects and minimizing risks.
- Knowledge and experience in negotiating and settling change orders and potential claims.
- Knowledge and experience in managing, coaching, and mentoring a diverse workforce of employees.
Important Notes
- The information provided on your application profile, any supplemental material attached to your application, and the responses to the supplemental questions will be used to determine qualifications for interview selection. Therefore, it is to your advantage that your application packet be completed in as much detail as possible.
- The listed salary includes the Legislative approved King County Premium.
- The recruiting efforts for this position may be extended beyond the displayed closing date for as long and until a sufficient candidate pool has been established. The Appointing Authority reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time thereafter. It is to your benefit to submit your application as soon as possible.
- Due to the COVID-19 restrictions, this position may be remote in a telework capacity full-time. Once the restrictions are lifted, WSDOT supports a flexible work schedule with partial telework opportunities, depending on business needs and prior supervisor approval.
Why WSDOT
- 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 to staff, including occasional telework for eligible positions.
- Paid Leave – In addition to 10 paid holidays, full-time employees earn a minimum 14 paid vacation days per year!
- Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options, and free dental coverage! Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.
- Tuition Assistance – Our 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.
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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. 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 details your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
- Contact information to be included in the “References” section of the online application for a minimum three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, knowledge base, and job-related competencies.
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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. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, as well as people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.
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Contact us:
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Eric Saniatan, at SaniatE@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference 21DOT-NWR-1W192 in the subject line.
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