Project Development Support Specialist (TE4)

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 addition to maintaining over 18000 lane miles of state highway and 4100 bridges WSDOT manages the worlds longest floating bridge executes an award-winning 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 seeking a talented and motivated Transportation Engineer 4 to serve as the Project Development Support Specialist based in Olympia this key role youll help advance WSDOTs mission to provide safe reliable and cost-effective transportation for all who travel throughout Washington State. As the Project Development Support Specialist youll serve as a statewide technical expert guiding and supporting cities counties transit agencies port districts tribal nations and other partners as they deliver transportation projects funded through federal and state programs. Youll play a pivotal role in helping these agencies navigate the project development process from preliminary engineering and design through right of way and construction ensuring compliance with all technical legal and procedural requirements.

What to Expect

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role the Project Development Support Specialist will:

• Develop and provide project development training to the Region Local Programs region staff local agency staff and contractors.
• Research in both federal and state applicable laws regulations where precedent may not exist.
• Assist in the review of consultant agreement and construction bid reviews for federal compliance.
• Assist in answering project development questions from the regions and local agencies.
• Assist in review of project documents such as special provisions change orders etc.
• Assist in performing Project Management Reviews (PMR) including the coordination between regions and local agencies in scheduling reviews.
• Participate in and conduct portions of the reviews.
• Compile PMR results and draft final determination correspondence.
• Provide training for regional staff and local agency staff on results and findings from PMR.

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity the following are required:

• Engineering Expertise:Demonstrated knowledge and application of transportation engineering principles methods and practices including construction practices contract administration and quality review of engineering plans specifications and estimates.
• Technical & Digital Proficiency:Ability to effectively operate Windows-based systems and engineering software including MS Office Suite (Excel Word SharePoint Outlook) MS Teams computer-aided engineering applications cloud-based platforms and system databases for project tracking and information management.
• Project Design & Oversight:Ability to review engineering designs and documentation to ensure accuracy compliance with standards (State and Federal) and project constructability including the preparation of plans specifications and cost estimates.
• Contract Management & Administration:Demonstrated experience managing construction contracts including identifying evaluating contract issues and implementing changes while applying knowledge of contractor/owner relationships and basic contract law to ensure insure on time on budget project delivery.
• Construction & Design Expertise:Demonstrated ability to provide expert technical guidance to resolve complex construction and design issues ensuring projects comply with all applicable engineering environmental and regulatory standards at the federal state and local levels.
• Contract & Regulatory Compliance:Demonstrated ability to manage all phases of project delivery in compliance with applicable laws environmental permits contract administration standards emergency contract procedures and utility agreements.
• Stakeholder & Interagency Collaboration:Skilled in building and maintaining strong working relationships with external agencies consultants tribal governments contractors municipalities media and to support project planning and execution.

• Respectful Workplace:Demonstrated ability to contribute to a work environment that fosters respect inclusion and equal opportunity for all.

In addition the following are required:

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
• To review the full Position Description please follow the directions in the Contact Us section of this posting.
• 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 union-represented positions more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicableCollective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found inChapter 357-28of the Washington Administrative Code.
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information please visit.

Why WSDOT

• Work-Life 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 full-time 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 a 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 job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the References section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

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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. 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 may contact the recruiter listed.

Contact Us

For inquiries aboutthis posting you may contact the assigned Recruiter Amanda Strebeck at. Please be sure to reference Project Development Support Specialist #05031 in the subject line.