Assistant Project Engineer (WMS2)

State of Washington•Snohomish County – Everett, WA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Northwest Region is seeking an Assistant Project Engineer (WMS2) for the Everett Construction Project Engineering Office team. This position supports the agency’s mission, strategic plan goal areas, and safety of the traveling public by assisting and acting on behalf of the Project Engineer in the delivery and administration of construction contracts. The goal is to ensure their completion is on time, within budget, and completed safely with minimal impacts on the environment and the traveling public. This position is expected to consider personal, coworker, and public safety as the first and foremost objectives during the planning and performance of all activities. The appointee is expected to consider and implement sustainable transportation practices in accomplishing the work assigned. This position is responsible for the delivery of assigned NWR Sno-King Area highway construction projects. This position makes decisions on a wide range of constructability issues dealing with WSDOT, consultants, other agencies, the public, and issues affecting the traveling public.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to apply advanced engineering principles and judgment in engineering projects, supported by current Washington State Professional Engineering licensure or the capability to obtain licensure within six months of employment.
Proven competency in managing and delivering complex civil or structural engineering projects, including coordinating multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders, resolving technical issues, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards.
Strong ability to lead and collaborate across teams, supported by comprehensive knowledge of engineering principles, environmental regulations, and agency policies.
Skilled in communicating technical information, coordinating with internal and external partners, and making informed decisions that align with regulatory requirements.
Extensive experience applying engineering concepts to both transportation design and/or construction, including the ability to interpret plans, evaluate constructability, identify risks, and implement solutions that improve project outcomes.
Demonstrated ability to partner with diverse stakeholders to analyze, negotiate, and implement major design or construction changes, balancing technical requirements, project goals, and field conditions.
Ability to safely perform site visits and inspections in dynamic field environments, including navigating uneven terrain, working near active traffic, and operating in all weather conditions to assess project progress and identify engineering or safety concerns.
Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
Takes action to meet the needs of others.
Maintain Professional Engineering licensure in the State of Washington.
A valid driver’s license and the ability to operate state-owned vehicles.

Nice To Haves

A degree in civil or structural engineering, construction management or a related field.
Experience in delivering design and/or construction projects.
WSDOT experience in project development, project delivery, procuring projects through the design-build and design-bid build processes.
Knowledge of FHWA processes and requirements related to delivering federally funded projects and ensure WSDOT meets federal stewardship obligations.

Responsibilities

Strategically plan the budget, schedule, and Workforce necessary to deliver Capital Improvements and Preservation projects.
Ensure all assigned projects are managed according to WSDOT policy and procedures, delivered in an environmentally responsible manner consistent with applicable laws, on or before scheduled due date, within or under budgeted amount, and are constructible, maintainable, and cost effective for all Stakeholders and customers.
Certify, by use of their Professional Engineer's stamp, that all WSDOT standards and policies were followed in the changes executed in the administration of construction projects.
Partner with outside agencies/contractors/public entities and internal departments to identify what provisions will be addressed in the project development process for each project and executing the resulting requirements in construction contracts.
Report on the status of assigned projects to WSDOT Regional and Statewide Executive management to support and improve the accountability of WSDOT.
Coordinate input and resolve conflicts with internal organizations, personnel, outside agencies, consultants, and the public.
Manage the workload of professional and technical engineers including summer interns, temporary employees, and engineering consultants and supervise their performance.
Lead the staff development effort by recommending training classes, mentoring or coaching.