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 Design Supervisor (Transportation Engineer 3) to support WSDOT’s mission by ensuring that highway construction projects are designed and built in compliance with agency policies, procedures and practices. Work assignments expect professional capabilities and proven experience in the practical application of engineering concepts and techniques. As a Design Supervisor, this position will provide support to the Project Engineer and Assistant Project Engineer and supervise a team of engineering designers and CAD technicians.
 
What to Expect

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

• Direct, supervise, and train engineers and technicians in the creation of design documents, contract plans, specifications, estimates, schedules, hydraulic reports, Project Summary documents, Project Management Plans (PMP) and other drawings, reports, and documents needed to produce an ad-ready plans, specifications, and estimate PS&E document package.
• Assist the Project Engineer and Assistant Project Engineer in the preparation of costs to complete, funding requests, and aging reports.
• Plan, schedule and track the activities of staff; mentor design staff and perform annual performance evaluations; approve timesheets, employee evaluations, work scheduling, employee interviewing, training nd other work as required/assigned.
• Oversee the collection and interpretation of information used by support groups such as environmental, real estate and utilities.
• Develop presentations to other department staff, the public or officials of other agencies/jurisdictions, provide timely updates to the Project Management and Reporting System (PMRS).
• Administer highway construction projects to ensure the work conforms to the contract plans and specifications; supervise inspectors and field crews; review contractor submittals, field notes, change orders, inspector's daily reports, and progress estimates. 
• Ensure field personnel are safety aware and that they operate in accordance with WSDOT safety guidelines.

Construction work is performed at an outdoor construction site for observation, information gathering, and occasional physical activities. Exposure to hazards include traffic, noise, construction, weather, and uneven terrain.

Qualifications

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

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In addition to the above, the following is also required:

• Demonstrated knowledge of planning, scheduling, tracking and reporting the status of projects.
• Ability to apply engineering principles, methods and practices of standards related to highway and transportation design, contract administration and construction.
• Ability to understand and interpret written material such as policies, manuals, plans, and reports including plans, specifications, and estimates.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• Certification as an Engineer-in-Training
• Knowledge of WSDOT policies and practices applicable to design and construction of transportation projects.
• Experience using Microstation and/or InRoads.

Important Notes 

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.   
• This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
• Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 357-16-197 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.  
• 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, including occasional telework for eligible positions.  
• Paid Leave – In addition to 12 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.   

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.

Contact us

For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Alyssa Nastasi at NastasA@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference 22DOT-OR-32714 in the subject line.