Senior Project Delivery Engineer (Senior Civil Engineer)
Senior Project Delivery Engineer (Senior Civil Engineer)
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POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Join us in shaping Seattles streets!
At the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) we dont just move peoplewe connect communities build safer streets and create a more sustainable city.
With a bold vision for the future were tackling big challenges: making travel safer cutting carbon emissions and ensuring reliable affordable transportation for everyone no matter who they are or where they live.
Seattle is growing fast and were growing with it. Thanks to a historic voter-approved $1.55 billion investment in transportation in 2024 were building sidewalks fixing bridges and improving transit connections to keep our city moving.
Were a team of problem solvers planners engineers communicators and field crewsbringing purpose-driven work to life. Now we need passionate innovative talent like you. Lets build a Seattle that works for everyonetogether!
SDOT is excited to announce a new position for a highly collaborative Senior Project Delivery Engineer (Senior Civil Engineer) on our Project Design & Delivery team in the Project Development Division. This position is responsible for supervising performing complex detailed computer-aided designs for Pedestrian Master Plan Bicycle Master Plan Vision Zero and other related public works projects. The role will act as a project manager for these projects. The role will also coordinate and act as a liaison between consultants contractors equipment & material suppliers other city Departments; and other public agencies. This position reports to a Project Engineering Supervisor.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform preliminary design change analysis documentation and final designs and/or prepares design criteria for new and improved storm drain facilities sidewalks tree planters protected bicycle lanes bus benches and shelters transit real-time information kiosks roadway re-channelizations crosswalks rectangular rapid flashing beacons pedestrian median islands traffic signal speed humps and cushions street intersection improvements and other for complex civil engineering projects.
- Serves as project manager on the most technically complex visible controversial/ political projects involving several design specialties including storm drainage curb and gutter sidewalk planters protected bicycle lanes bus bench and shelter transit real-time information kiosks roadway re-channelizations crosswalks rectangular rapid flashing beacons pedestrian median islands traffic signal speed humps and cushions street intersection improvements other for complex civil engineering projects.
- The project manager supervises project schedules (Oversees project progress from design through construction) cost optimization delivery milestones project requirements scope of work and constructability.
- The project manager also coordinates schedules oversees and inspects the construction work by city/contractor storm drainage concrete asphalt electrical construction crews to ensure the final produce meets current safety standards guidelines practices and policies.
- Coordinates the construction of new storm drain facilities sidewalks tree planters protected bicycle lanes bus benches and shelters transit real-time information kiosks roadway re-channelizations crosswalks rectangular rapid flashing beacons pedestrian median islands traffic signal speed humps and cushions street intersection improvements with other government agencies including King County Metro Washington State Department of Transportation as well as interdepartmental coordination with Seattle Public Utilities Seattle City Light Seattle Parks & Recreation.
Qualifications
Education:Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology.
Experience:Requires five years professional civil engineering experience.
OR:An equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the positions duties.
Though not requirements strong candidates will have some of the following experience or can describe comparable experience:- Specific civil engineering experience in design of bicycle pedestrian and transit facilities roadways infrastructure and signal and lighting improvements related to public works transportation facilities.
- Strong proficiency in MS Word MS Excel SharePoint Adobe Professional AutoCAD and Civil 3D. Familiarity with City of Seattle WSDOT NACTO MUTCD and City/County roadway design standards.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of civil and construction engineering including methods materials equipment and techniques used in civil engineering construction and inspection.
- Ability to read and interpret plans specs construction schedules contracts and other construction documents to ensure contract compliance.
- Willingness to work in the field during all types of weather traffic and work in or near construction sites.
- Ability to effectively communicate with a wide diverse population.
Work Environment / Physical Demands:
- Work is typically performed in a hybrid work environment in which a minimum of 3 days of the work is completed in a city office and 2 days of the work is completed remotely in a regular 40-hour work week.
Licenses:
- Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Washington.
- Current Washington State drivers license or evidence of equivalent mobility.
Additional Information
Your application will not be reviewed if these items are missing or incomplete.
Hiring Process:
Applications are reviewed after the posting closes. Qualified candidates must submit the following to be considered:
- Completed NEOGOV online application.
- Cover letter describing how your skills and experience align with the stated job responsibilities and qualifications.
- Current rsum indicating relevant experience and education.
- Supplemental questionnaire responses.
Offers of employment are contingent on verification of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process including a potential background check.
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.
The Citys full salary range for this position is $ 72.38 - $ 84.28 per hour.
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. More information about employee benefits is available on the Citys website at: MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
Job #2025 - 00715
If you are unable to apply on-line you may submit a paper application by the closing date to our office.
OUR OFFICE IS LOCATED AT:
Seattle Municipal Tower
700 5th Avenue Suite 5500
Seattle WA 98104
Who May Apply: This position is open to all 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 Department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply including people of color immigrants refugees women LGBTQ people people with disabilities veterans and those with diverse life experiences.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
