Field Operations Supervisor (TE4)

State of Washington • King County - Shoreline, WA

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is seeking a Field Operations Supervisor (Transportation Engineer 4) to support the delivery of safe, reliable, and cost-effective transportation solutions. The role provides technical program leadership for highway design, construction, and right-of-way efforts, oversees survey crews, and ensures survey records and documentation are prepared accurately. It also supports a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative work environment grounded in diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience applying advanced surveying techniques to highway centerlines, property boundaries, and related needs.
• In-depth knowledge of modern land-based and aerial survey equipment and its application across diverse highway scenarios.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including engineers, management, and support teams, and to convey technical information clearly across disciplines.
• Skill in resolving conflicts and solving complex problems in individual and group settings using sound judgment and collaborative approaches.
• Experience independently researching, analyzing, and developing fact-based solutions to highway and right-of-way survey issues while meeting project timelines.
• Ability to manage personnel, time, and physical assets, and prioritize and balance multiple assignments to meet project and schedule objectives.
• Demonstrated commitment to learning and growth.
• Takes action to meet the needs of others.
• Must possess and maintain a Washington State Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license, a Washington State Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) certificate, or an equivalent certification from another state throughout employment.
• Ability to traverse rough, steep, and uneven terrain.
• Ability to work flexible hours, such as weekends, nights, or split shifts.
• Ability to maneuver and transport materials and/or equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Washington State Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license.
• Demonstrated experience mentoring, coaching, and developing staff in technical and interpersonal skills to support professional growth and team effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical assistance for field-based survey operations across the Northwest Region.
• Prepare Records of Survey and process Headquarters Preliminary Hydraulic Design (PHD) survey requests.
• Conduct Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS) flights and process the associated survey data.
• Review survey requests, define scopes of work, and coordinate field activities with office staff and stakeholders.
• Perform field reviews; develop project schedules, estimates, and workforce projections; and create a master survey schedule.
• Monitor and track crew schedules, workloads, and expenditures to support efficient operations.
• Supervise staff by planning, assigning, and reviewing work; conducting performance evaluations; supporting hiring; and providing coaching and training.
• Perform quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) on survey data.
• Maintain survey equipment and ensure accuracy, compliance with standards, and proper calibration.

Benefits

• Work-life balance
• Up to 12 paid holidays
• Full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year.
• Tuition assistance options for permanent employees, including tuition reimbursement programs and government discounts at participating colleges.
• Eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Comprehensive benefits package with a variety of healthcare options.
• Choice of state retirement programs.

What This Job Offers

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