Project Delivery Engineer (Civil Engineer, Associate)

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Vision: Seattle is a thriving and equitable community powered by dependable transportation.

Mission: To deliver a transportation system that provides safe and affordable access to places and opportunities.

At the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) we are recognized across the country for our efforts in combining different modes of transportation to make travel easier and more convenient. As our city grows quickly were always thinking about how to make transportation more accessible safe affordable and reliable for people who live in work in and visit Seattle. Were passionate about creating an equitable sustainable and vibrant city for everyone.

We have important jobs to do at SDOT. We plan and look after the citys transportation network add more bicycle and pedestrian paths take care of over 240 bridges and help people get better access to the regional transit system. Were a team of nearly 1200 hardworking people ready to serve Seattles public transportation needs 24 hours a day 7 days a week no matter the weather.

Ready for an exciting opportunity with SDOT We have an exciting opportunity highly collaborative and detail-oriented Associate Project Delivery Engineer (Associate Civil Engineer) on our Project Design & Delivery team in the Project Development Division. This position is responsible for preparing and designing increasingly complex highly visible engineering projects. The position is also a project manager on high profile projects including Pedestrian Master Plan improvements Bicycle Master Plan Vision Zero and other related public works projects. The role will also coordinate and act as a liaison between consultants contractors equipment & material suppliers other city Departments; and other public agencies. These programs help SDOT meet Seattle Transportation Levy to Maintain and Modernize City Streets as well as meet SDOT mission goals. This position reports to the Senior Project Senior Engineer.

• Prepare plans and designs for traffic pedestrian and bicycle related improvements including signing channelization signals detours traffic controls and traffic survey & analysis.
• Design complex detailed computer-aided drawings and maps including base maps cross sections contract plans as-built drawings sketches and graphs.
• This work requires knowledge and the application of various civil and traffic engineering design guidelines and manuals including the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) City of Seattle Standard Plans and Specifications Americans with Disabilities Act standards and Public Rights-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG).
• Serve as Project Manager for city crews ensuring adherence to project scope schedule and budget
• Inspect monitor survey and verify information for construction and engineering-related projects for new sidewalk bicycle lanes roadway re-channelizations crosswalks rectangular rapid flashing beacons pedestrian median islands speed humps and cushions to ensure that work performed by city/contractor storm drainage concrete asphalt electrical construction crews is constructed according to approved site plan.
• Tasks can include meeting with crew chiefs and contractors before construction begins checking and approving layout performing form checks and compiling punch lists before closeout of any project Inspect monitor survey and verify information for construction and engineering-related projects and facilities to ensure that work performed by City crews and contractors is constructed according to approved site plan.
• Tasks can include meeting with crew chiefs and contractors before construction begins checking and approving layout performing form checks and compiling punch lists before closeout of any project.
• Coordinate/schedule/sequence work among various city crews and stakeholders both internal and external and public and private - such as SDOT Signs and Markings Concrete Asphalt Urban Forestry Street Use Seattle Parks and Recreation Seattle City Light Seattle Public Utilities Seattle Conservation Corps and various contractors.

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Experience:Three (3) years of professional experience in civil or traffic engineering.

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.
• Strong proficiency in MS Word MS Excel SharePoint Adobe Professional AutoCAD and Civil 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.

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$ 60.15 - $ 70.20 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 - 00714

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.

Accommodations for people with disabilities are provided on request.

The City is a Drug Free Workplace.