Assistant Project Delivery Engineer (Assistant Civil Engineer III)

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!

Ready for an exciting opportunity with SDOT We have an exciting opportunity highly collaborative Assistant Project Delivery Engineer (Assistant Civil Engineer III) on our Project Design & Delivery team in the Project Development Division. This position is responsible for recommending preliminary scoping schematics 30% 60% 90% and final designs and design criteria for intersection improvements for Stay Healthy Street / Vision Zero / Pedestrian Master Plan and other related public works projects which include asphalt & concrete design speed hump/cushion design sign / channelization design storm drainage design; signal & lighting design landscaping & tree planting design; and other related public works projects. The key role will prepare traffic control plans for city crew construction projects as well as prepares and monitors project schedules for city crews: Storm Drainage Concrete Asphalt Urban Forestry Signal Traffic Signs & Markings Curb Space Management and Roadway Structures. This position reports to the Senior Project Engineer.

• Coordinates work with and obtains concurrence on project designs from other SDOT divisions other City departments (i.e. Seattle Public Utilities Seattle City Light Seattle Parks & Recreation etc); and other public agencies (i.e. city of Shoreline King County).
• Oversees project progress from design through construction including traffic control plan design crew inspection crew coordination between all city crews.
• Serves as lead to support personnel on less complex projects such as sign replacement channelization remarking streetlight repair or other maintenance related work.
• Conducts field inspections of work done by all city crew and contractors work to ensure compliance with plans and in presentations for community outreach with the public.
• Meets with community groups and representatives of other agencies and City departments to discuss current or proposed projects. Supports department goals in promoting diversity and social justice in keeping with the Citys Race and Social Justice Initiative.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology.

OR:An equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the position duties.

Though not requirements strong candidates will have some of the following experience or can describe comparable experience:

Desired Qualifications

• 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.
• Three years of professional civil engineering experience.
• 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.
• This job involves both work In an office setting and In the field during construction.
• May be required to lift over 50 pounds.
• May be required to stand walk or bend for extended periods of time.

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:

1. Completed NEOGOV online application.
2. Cover letter describing how your skills and experience align with the stated job responsibilities and qualifications.
3. Current rsum indicating relevant experience and education.

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 $ 53.23 - $ 62.15 Hourly.

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 - 00713

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