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 applicants will be on May 9th, 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.

About WSDOT

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure that 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 eager to hire an ambitious and proactive professional to serve as our next Design Project Manager. This position will be responsible for delivering assigned projects within the allocated scope, schedule, and budget while leading and developing direct reports to become effective team members and future leaders at WSDOT. The Design Project Manager will support WSDOT’s mission to provide and support safe, reliable, and cost-effective transportation options to improve communities and economic vitality for people and businesses.
 
What to Expect

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Design Project Manager will:

• Manage, identify, track, and effectively communicate scope, schedule, and budget risks associated with assigned projects to appropriate leadership. 
• Coordinate projects with support groups and external customers to clarify scope, set schedule, and aid in their project role. Utilize the available resources to proactively manage daily activities of assigned projects to ensure successful delivery of these projects. 
• Supervise tasks of direct reports and ensure timely and accurate results by creating short, intermediate, and long-term goals and providing feedback. 
• Track project expenses, mange project schedule, review direct report and specialty group work, update aging reports, earned value charts, and other related project management activities. 
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:

• One (1) year of experience as a Transportation Engineer 2 or equivalent combination of applicable experience in performing roadway design work. 
• Current driver’s license
• Ability to proactively and creatively address and solve complex engineering and project management problems to maintain scope, schedule, and budget of assigned projects.
• Ability to adapt to change.
• Ability to traverse different terrains during all weather conditions to perform field reviews. 
• Ability to travel throughout the region and state to various project sites. 
• Proficient knowledge and skill application of standard project management practices. 
• Proficient organizational skills.
• Ability to lead, supervise, and coach direct reporting staff to maximize performance in their current roles and to prepare them for future opportunities. 

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, or a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering in a closely related field. 
• Professional Engineer (PE) License in Washington or the ability to obtain Washington State concurrency if licensed out of state. 
• Engineer-In-Training (EIT), Engineer Intern (EI), Intern Engineer (IE) certification or verification of a passing mark on the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam. 
• Three (3) years as a Transportation Engineer 2 or an equivalent combination of applicable experience of increasing responsibilities in performing roadway design work. 
• Experience with scheduling software including, but not limited to, Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
• Experience with Microstation, In-Roads, and/or Open Roads CAD software.
• Experience with WSDOT preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates.

Important Notes 

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position offers flexible/hybrid work options
• 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.
• The information provided on your application profile, any supplemental material attached to your application, and the responses to the supplemental questions will be used to determine qualifications for interview selection. Therefore, it is to your advantage that your application packet be completed in as much detail as possible. 
• The salary listed includes the legislative approved 5% salary premium for positions in King County. An additional general wage increase of 3.25% will be applied for all state employees on July 1, 2022.
• 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 applicants will be on May 9th, 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.
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov

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 to staff, including occasional telework for eligible positions.  
• Paid Leave – In addition to 10 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, and free dental coverage! Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.
• Tuition Assistance – Our 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.  

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 details your qualifications, and indicates why you believe you are an interested and viable candidate for this role.
• Contact information to be included in the “References” section of the online application for a minimum three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, knowledge base, and job-related competencies.

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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. 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.

Contact us: 

For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Eric Saniatan, at SaniatE@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference 22DOT-NWR-10854 in the subject line. 

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