Assistant Office Engineer TE2
Assistant Office Engineer TE2
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Description
About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal organization with a global reputation for excellence! Our dedicated workforce is responsible to plan design build and operate an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 18000 lane miles of state highway and 4100 bridges WSDOT manages the worlds longest floating bridge executes an awardwinning Active Transportation Plan holds a record for the worlds widest tunneling project and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!
The Opportunity
WSDOT is currently seeking an Assistant Office Engineer to join our team to provide construction contract administration support to the Gateway Program SR509 Completion project team.This position is critical in fostering a respectful and healthy work environment with focus on diversity equity and inclusion. As an assistant office engineer this position supports WSDOTs mission by ensuring that design and construction documentation requirements are met. This position will provide Construction Contract Administration Support for the SR 509 Stage 1b and Stage 2 projects responsible for assisting in the oversight of Design Build and Design Bid Build project activities. This position is responsible for documenting preparing and reporting information related to contract administration. This position meets the organizations mission by ensuring design and construction documentation requirements are met.
What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role theAssistant Office Engineerwill:
- Assists Office Manager in project documentation for the SR 509 Program.
- Forward route and transmit project documentation to and from the Contractor.
- Coordinate review of design and construction submittals with subject matter experts (SME) by setting up tracking and closing review sessions in Bluebeam and in the document control system.
- Return any comments to Contractor for correction.
- Perform Quality Control (QC) audits of documentation this includes reviewing records to ensure that documentation is being processed and stored correctly.
- Maintain contract management software for tracking of issues change order requests submittals and status.
- Review and prepare contractor payments.
- Process requests to sublets from the Design Builder and verify they are in compliance with the contract provisions.
Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity the following are required:
- Certification as an EngineerInTraining (EIT) and one 1 year experience as a Transportation Engineer 1 Transportation Technician 3 Bridge Engineer 1 or equivalent
OR
- Two 2 years of experience as a Transportation Engineer 1 Transportation Technician 3 Bridge Engineer 1 or equivalent:
OR
- A masters degree with major study in civil engineering structural engineering geotechnical engineering soil mechanics traffic transportation or a closely related field.
In addition the following are required:
- Strong communication skills both written and verbal for communicating with internal and external customers.
- Ability to read and understand construction plans and provisions and relevant mandatory standards.
- Proficient with MS Office Suite products including Word Excel and Outlook
- Valid Drivers License
It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:
- Certification as an EngineerInTraining (EIT)
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (BSCE)
Important Notes
- This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
- This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
- The salary listed includes the legislative approved 5 salary premium for positions in King County.
- 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 unionrepresented positions more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicableCollective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for nonrepresented positions can be found inChapter 35728of the Washington Administrative Code.
- WSDOT does not use the EVerify system therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information please visitwww.uscis.
Why WSDOT
- WorkLife 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 fulltime 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.
- PlanFor 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. Go toState Benefitsfor 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 jobrelated competencies. This information can be entered in the References section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.
Please click the APPLY button to proceed.Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.
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 maycontact the listed Recruiter.
Contact Us
For inquiries aboutthis posting you may contact the assigned Recruiter Amanda Strebeck at. Please be sure to reference Assistant Office Engineer #80514 in the subject line.
Employment Type
Full-Time
