Structural Project Management Engineer; BE| Two Positions

About WSDOT

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds the record for the world’s widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

WSDOT is seeking two motivated and skilled engineers to support the successful delivery of transportation projects involving bridges and other critical structures. These positions play a key role in coordinating the procurement and review of consultant-designed projects and contribute directly to the design of highly complex structures. Strong candidates will have a solid foundation in structural engineering, experience managing consultant contracts, and the ability to lead the development of detailed plans, specifications, and cost estimates.

Attention to detail, strong project coordination skills, and a commitment to delivering safe, efficient infrastructure are essential for success in these roles.

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Structural Project Management Engineers will:

• Prioritize and coordinate multiple projects of varying scope and complexity.
• Coordinate scope, schedule, and budget with WSDOT Project Office and project needs with other support groups such as HQ Geotech and HQ Hydraulics.
• Develop scope and schedule to be included in consultant agreement and determine level of effort needed to complete the agreement scope of work.
• Estimate consultant fee for agreement scope of work, review and score consultant qualifications.
• Negotiate consultant fee and project schedule with consultants.
• Provide technical oversight/review of consultant’s work; complete consultant performance evaluations and monitor consultant’s progress and review/approve invoices.
• Coordinate project delivery with Bridge Office S&E Group and WSDOT Project Office.
• Design bridges and other transportation structures of moderate complexity.
• Provide construction support on projects with bridges and other transportation structures.

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

• Structural Engineering Expertise
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  Demonstrated ability to perform and verify detailed structural analysis, design calculations, and preparation of construction plans for bridges and transportation-related structures.
• Professional Engineering Expertise: Demonstrated ability to apply sound engineering principles and judgment to complex design challenges, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and safety requirements.
• Quality Assurance and Technical Review
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  Proficient in reviewing and validating technical work produced by others to ensure accuracy, constructability, and adherence to design standards and project requirements.
• Regulatory and Policy Knowledge
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  Thorough understanding of Washington State and federal regulations, codes, and standards related to structural design, inspection, preservation, and safety.
• Communication
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  Demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts and requirements through email, virtual meetings and phone calls.
• Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
• Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others.

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

• A bachelor of science degree in civil or structural engineering.
• Licensed as a Professional Engineer in the state of Washington or licensed as a PE in another state with the ability to obtain licensure in Washington State within six (6) months of hire.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• Certification as a Project Management Professional.
• Experience with using structural analysis software including PGSuper and CSIBridge.
• Experience preparing and administering Consultant agreements for WSDOT.
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