Civil Engineering Specialist, Associate

Position Description

SPU is hiring! Are you interested in working on progressive projects that support infrastructure projects in Seattle communities? Are you passionate about equitable service delivery and contributing to environmental and community centered engineering projects? If so, consider applying to work with a team of experienced professionals, making Seattle a better place to live. Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is seeking an Associate Civil Engineering Specialist (Field Work) to join SPU’s Construction Management Division.

CMD provides contract administration and quality assurance inspection services for Capital Improvement Projects, as well as inspection management of SPU’s assets. This position will work closely with a diverse work group on municipal, commercial and residential projects.

Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a community-centered utility that delivers essential services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and garbage/recycling/compost. SPU also provides drinking water for 1.5 million customers in the region. SPU’s work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1,400 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations.

For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), check out the:

• SPU Website
• SPU Workplace Expectations (Download PDF reader)
• Strategic Business Plan

SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities.

We know work isn't only about what you do, it's also about who you work for and with! SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports a work-life balance, including:

• Family-friendly and multicultural work environment
• Generous benefits package
• Free Orca Pass
• City pension plan with employer/employee contributions
• Growth potential and advancement opportunities

• Develop a thorough understanding of the plans, specifications, special provisions, and permits related to project(s) that are assigned to this position.
• Provide quality control and assurance for the contractor’s work.
• Document contractor’s work with a Daily Inspection Report (DIR) and appropriate supporting documentation/photographs.
• Verify that permitted equipment and supplies have been installed and tested, and that all contract documents and permits have been met.
• Coordinate efforts with the supervisor, resident engineer, permit-related inspectors, technical testing services and specialty consultants, assist REs to ensure contractor compliance with project plans, specifications and all permit conditions.
• Assist REs in providing necessary documentation for contractor payments.
• Commit to creating an equitable workplace culture in which every employee is valued, supported, and respected.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Experience: Two years of Civil Engineering or Construction Management office/field experience
• Education: An Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology or two years of college level coursework in engineering and construction technology.
• Experience/Education Equivalency: A combination of education/experience/training which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class.
• License, Certification and Other Requirements: Current Washington State driver’s license

• Must be willing to undertake field assignments that may entail exposure to all types of weather, traffic, hazardous/toxic substances, and work in or near…