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

The I-405/SR 167 Program is seeking a self-motivated Transportation Engineer 3 who will work in the Bellevue program office.  This position offers the successful candidate an opportunity to work on a large-scale design-build projects.  Our top candidate will be comfortable working in the office performing a variety of duties in accordance with WSDOT standards to support the delivery of multi-million dollar design-build projects within the I-405/SR 167 corridors. 

This position is a staff specialist who supports the I-405/SR167 Program Procurement Manager by leading the development, review, revision and final assembly of the Request for Qualification and Request for Proposal documents. This staff specialist performs reviews and writes technical specifications for Design-Build contracts. This staff specialist will also work to improve design-build project delivery procedures statewide.  This position is a member of the Statewide Design-Build Workgroup and works closely on a weekly basis with the Procurement Manager

The RFP Coordinator is responsible for all project documentation functions, including paper and electronic document control systems, procurement documents, procurement submittals, contractor and design-builder submittals, and associated project files.

 What to Expect

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, you will:

• Develop a detailed Request for Qualifications (RFQ)/Request for Proposal (RFP) production schedules. 
• Facilitate the RFP technical specification review. 
• Ensure the RFP’s have consistent formatting and align with WSDOT standards. 
• Prepare Statement of Qualification (SOQ) and proposal evaluation materials. 

• Acts as a regional and statewide expert for RFP technical specification development, trains others in RFP technical specification development, develops guidance documents for design-build project delivery, serves on the statewide Design-Build Workgroup.

Qualifications

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

• One year of experience as a Transportation Engineer 2, Bridge Engineer 2 or Transportation Planning Specialist 2, or equivalent engineering experience.
• Proficient in the use of computer programs including MS Excel and MS Word.
• Experience leading and working with teams.
• Valid Driver's License.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have: 

• Knowledge of the Design-Build Project Delivery Method, including WSDOT policies, standards and procedures.
• Proficient in writing and reviewing engineering specifications. Knowledge of WSDOT's design standards, guidelines, and procedures.
• Knowledge of WSDOT's contract administration standards, guideline and procedures.
• Ability to develop complex schedules, comment forms and evaluations using advanced spreadsheet functions.
• Ability to provide direction and lead others in the preparation of RFP documents.
• Ability to understand, interpret, apply, and direct others in the use of standard writing guidelines and procedures.

Important Notes 

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
• 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.
• 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. Compliance with this mandate 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.  

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 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. 

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. 

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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. 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, Eric Saniatan, at SaniatE@wsdot.wa.gov . Please be sure to reference recruitment #12435 in the subject line.