Design-Build Site Manager (WMS2)

State of Washington • Kitsap County - Port Orchard, WA

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is seeking an experienced supervisor and engineer for its Port Orchard Project Engineering Office to help deliver fish passage design-build projects. The program removes barriers to fish, connects habitat, and supports fish recovery. The Design-Build Site Manager helps lead and manage an engineering field office of approximately 30 engineers and technicians and helps ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirements, quality standards, and long-term maintenance needs.

The role translates design and policy into construction outcomes, supports collaboration and accountability, and represents WSDOT to contractors, local agencies, elected officials, and the public. It requires coordination with regional staff and support groups, headquarters, local agencies, Tribes, and project stakeholders. The position also supports staff development, employee safety, workforce diversity, and a balanced workplace. Flexible or hybrid remote work options are available, but regular field and office presence is required.

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to oversee large-scale transportation construction contracts exceeding $50 million, including staff supervision and successful delivery of complex infrastructure projects.
• Working knowledge of transportation engineering design and construction principles, including interpreting plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects, set objectives, monitor progress, and implement corrective actions.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills for engaging with staff, contractors, stakeholders, and the public.
• Ability to analyze complex issues, evaluate options, and make timely, effective decisions in a dynamic construction environment.
• Advanced ability to communicate effectively and professionally with diverse audiences, including non-technical audiences, virtually and in person, using electronic media such as telephone, email, text, and video conferencing.
• Ability to contribute to a respectful, inclusive, and equitable work environment.
• Commitment to learning and growth.
• Service-oriented approach and willingness to act to meet others' needs.
• Working knowledge of project management principles and strategic leadership abilities to build and maintain effective teams; motivate, coach, mentor, and empower employees; lead change; resolve conflicts; encourage engagement; foster a positive work environment; develop process improvements; and work with a diverse interdisciplinary workforce.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate state-owned vehicles.

Nice To Haves

• Experience leading diverse teams and coaching, mentoring, and supporting employee development in a construction or engineering environment.
• Experience managing large, complex transportation construction projects, including design-build delivery.
• Experience using engineering, scheduling, and budgeting software for project planning, tracking, and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Engineer in leading, managing, and overseeing an engineering field office delivering design and construction projects; assume limited Project Engineer authority during their absence.
• Ensure projects meet schedule, budget, quality, contract, and maintainability requirements.
• Monitor and report project delivery according to departmental and regional transparency and accountability expectations.
• Apply policies and standards to design-build highway projects and oversee safe, timely, and cost-effective delivery.
• Review and recommend approval of design changes, work methods, contract adjustments, materials substitutions, schedules, and progress and final payment estimates.
• Review project schedules, identify issues, track progress, and manage staff and resources in response to design-builder schedules.
• Review design and contract documents, materials certifications, environmental compliance, change orders, EEO/COA compliance, and contract administration reports.
• Build working relationships and collaborate with internal teams, contractors, consultants, agencies, stakeholders, and the public.
• Work with WSDOT and Design-Builder subject matter experts to resolve complex engineering issues in the project's interests.
• Lead personnel management and workforce development, including addressing staffing needs, coaching and mentoring staff, supporting performance management, and promoting employee engagement, inclusion, and safety.
• Represent WSDOT to contractors, local agencies, elected officials, and the public.
• Coordinate with regional staff, support groups, headquarters, local agencies, Tribes, and project stakeholders.

Benefits

• Up to 12 paid holidays.
• Full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year.
• Permanent employees may access tuition reimbursement, participating-college government discounts, and federal student loan forgiveness eligibility.
• Comprehensive benefits package with healthcare options and state retirement program choices.
• Flexible schedule options, including telework options for eligible positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed