Sr. Project Delivery Engineering Specialist (Civil Engineering Specialist, Sr.)

City of Seattle•Seattle, WA

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) and contribute to shaping Seattle’s streets. SDOT is dedicated to moving people, connecting communities, building safer streets, and creating a more sustainable city. With a focus on making travel safer, cutting carbon emissions, and ensuring reliable and affordable transportation for everyone, SDOT is undertaking significant projects funded by a $1.55 billion investment. This role is on the Project Design & Delivery team within the Project Development Division, focusing on complex computer-aided designs for Stay Healthy Street / Neighborhood roadways / Pedestrian Master Plan projects, and other public works. The position will also serve as a project manager for city crew constructed projects and act as a liaison between various stakeholders including consultants, contractors, suppliers, other city departments, and public agencies.

Requirements

Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology or two years of college level coursework in engineering and construction technology.
At least Four (4) years of civil engineering experience.
An equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the position duties.
Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.

Nice To Haves

Civil engineering experience in the design of bicycle, pedestrian, and transit facilities, roadways, infrastructure, and signal and lighting improvements related to public works transportation facilities.
Strong proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, SharePoint, Adobe Professional, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D.
Familiarity with City of Seattle, WSDOT, NACTO, MUTCD, and City/County roadway design standards.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of civil and construction engineering, including methods, materials, equipment, and techniques used in civil engineering, construction, and inspection.
Ability to read and interpret plans, spec's, construction schedules, contracts, and other construction documents to ensure contract compliance.
Willingness to work in the field during all types of weather, traffic, and work in or near construction sites.
Ability to effectively communicate with a wide diverse population.

Responsibilities

Use Computer-aided, ink, or pencil drafting of drawings for preliminary scoping schematics, 30%, 60%, 90% and final designs.
Perform field work to inspect and monitor city crew construction projects.
Create work orders for construction projects for all city crews: Storm Drainage, Concrete, Asphalt, Urban Forestry, Signal, Traffic Signs & Markings, Curb Space Management, and Roadway Structures.
Check accuracy of designs, studies and outreach material performed by other engineering personnel.
Supervise preliminary and final construction estimates.
Perform design process for traffic related improvements including signing, channelization, detours, traffic controls and traffic survey and analysis.
Research and verification of traffic flow/collision data pertaining to Seattle Fire Response routes, Seattle Public Utilities Garbage/Compost/Recycle pick-up service routes.
Prepare, review and approve Traffic Control plans.
Investigate and resolve complaints from the public related to new projects.
Serve as a technical expert for traffic calming techniques, material procurement, and project implementation techniques.