Assistant Office Engineer - Transportation Engineer 2

Company Info
Washington State Department of Transportation
Olympia, WA, United States

Phone: 360-705-7053
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Title:

Assistant Office Engineer - Transportation Engineer 2

Location:

Vancouver, WA 

Salary:

$61,224.00 - $82,344.00

Job ID:

68546
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Job Description:

About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project. 
 
The Opportunity
WSDOT is currently seeking a motivated individual with strong construction contract administration skills to fill a Transportation Engineer 2 - Assistant Office Engineering position in the Clark County Project Engineering Office in Vancouver, WA. This position will be part of an office engineering team that supports the construction inspection team by administering construction contracts for transportation projects including, but not limited to, processing contractor payments, preparing change orders, tracking and monitoring DBE and training utilization and participation, and assisting with final close out of construction projects. In this role, the team member holding this position will also design small projects by preparing project scoping and design documentation, developing plans, specifications, and estimates, and providing CADD support. It is essential that the successful candidate has excellent communication and organizational skills and can prioritize and perform tasks in a timely manner.

What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Assistant Office Engineer will:

  • Develop and maintain contract filing system for all construction projects. 
  • Direct and/or review calculations, methods of measurement and payment, field note records, and inspection reports.
  • Prepare monthly pay estimates to the contractor while ensuring that field note records, force account, and contractor-certified payrolls are reviewed for accuracy and materials are documented prior to payment.
  • Prepare contract correspondence to the contractor for the Project Engineer’s signature.
  • Review contractor for compliance with DBE and apprenticeship contract requirements.
  • Research and prepare change orders, change order checklists, funds requests, justification letters, and change cost estimates.
  • Track and update change order from submittal through approvals and payment. 
  • Develop project scoping packages.
  • Develop contract plans and specials for own projects or projects developed by others. 
  • Develop cost estimates and enter into EBASE for own projects or projects developed by others.
  • Develop design documentation. 
  • Perform quality control reviews of plans, specifications, and estimates by others. 
  • Perform constructability reviews or reviews of traffic control plans by others.
 
Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, at least one of the following are required:
  • Certification as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) and one year of experience as a Transportation Engineer 1, Transportation Technician 3, or equivalent experience; OR
  • Two years of experience as a Transportation Engineer 1, Transportation Technician 3, or equivalent experience.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:
  • An associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology. 
  • Two years’ experience in inspection of construction in the field on transportation projects.
  • Demonstrated working experience in all aspects of project delivery: scoping, design, preparing contract plans, specifications, and estimates, construction inspection/compliance, and construction administration.
  • Working experience with WSDOT computer programs including CAPS, CCIS, and other software.
 
Why WSDOT 
  • Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including occasional telework for eligible positions.  
  • Paid Leave – In addition to 11 paid holidays, full-time employees earn a minimum 14 paid vacation days per year!
  • Plan For 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 to State Benefits for 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 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. 
 
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. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, as well as people of all sexual orientations and gender identities 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 listed Recruiter.
 
WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov 
 
Contact us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Robyn Lovely at LovelyR@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference 21DOT-SWR-40016 in the subject line.