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 an experienced professional engineer to provide strategic leadership and engineering oversight for the Olympic Region’s Construction Program. As the Assistant Region Construction Engineer, you will serve as a key member of the region's senior management and will be responsible for managing the construction program activities for up to four Project Engineering Offices. The selected candidate will ensure the construction program is delivered in accordance with WSDOT policy and expectations, ensuring excellent customer service, transparency, and accountability. Our ideal candidate will provide staff a balanced workplace, promoting training and development for professional growth and upward mobility, employee safety, workforce diversity, and pride in ownership.
 
What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Assistant Region Construction Engineer will:

• Provide leadership, senior-level direction, support, management and engineering oversight of the construction program activities and resources.
• Work collaboratively with the Olympic Region management team to implement region-wide policy and provide direct input into region construction program policy and implementation.
• Serve as a member of the Incident Management Team and provide direct support and oversight of tactical field operations such as the supervision of operations in the event of the mobilization of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC).
• Mentor and coach staff including setting clear expectations and responsibilities and providing feedback.
• Work closely with the State Construction Office to shape the department's construction contracting policies.
• Actively participate in the planning and development of current and future construction contracts.

• A Professional Engineer license in the State of Washington or license holder from another state with the ability to obtain licensure in the State of Washington as a Professional Engineer within six (6) months of hire.
• A strong engineering background with experience managing construction contracts.
• Experience managing a diverse workforce. 
• Extensive knowledge of department construction principles and practices, contracting methods and procedures, stewardship agreement, and program (budget, schedule, environmental, quality, etc.) accountability.
• Strong skills in establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support overall program strategy/results; monitoring, measuring performance, and making necessary course corrections to the same.
• Strong skills in effective communication with employees, elected officials, media, industry, and the public and the ability to evaluate, coordinate, and respond to all customers.
• The ability to evaluate and negotiate disputes and complex contractual issues and make timely, effective decisions in the best interest of the department.
• A strong working knowledge of principles of management and personnel administration.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities including coaching and mentoring staff and establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support overall program strategy and results.
• A valid driver's license.

• Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed professional engineer in such areas as construction, design, and maintenance of highways, bridges, and related structures.
• Six (6) years of demonstrated and progressively responsible managerial/supervisory experience in managing a diverse workforce.

• This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
• This position requires a Professional Engineers License issued by the State of Washington. License holders from other states will be expected to obtain a WA State PE license within six months of appointment. 
• The recruiting efforts for this position may be extended beyond the displayed closing date for as long and until a sufficient candidate pool has been established. However, the first review of applications will be conducted February 24, 2022. The Appointing Authority reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time thereafter. It is to your benefit to submit your application as soon as possible.
• By issuance of proclamation, the Governor of Washington State mandates that all employees who work for executive cabinet agencies (which includes the Department of Transportation) must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. This is a condition of employment with WSDOT. Exemption may be granted for religious or medical purposes; however, accommodations will be subject to approval based on the essential functions required of the position.   
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov

• 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!
• 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.  
• 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.

• 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.