Assistant Office Engineer; TE

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 leads an award‑winning Active Transportation Plan, manages the world’s longest floating bridge, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation.

WSDOT is currently seeking an Assistant Office Engineer (Transportation Engineer
2) to support the delivery of highway transportation projects that improve the safety, quality, and capacity of the state’s transportation system. This position plays a key role in administering Design‑Bid‑Build and Design‑Build construction contracts to ensure projects are completed in compliance with standard specifications, contract requirements, and approved plans. The incumbent will support construction teams in delivering projects on time and within budget while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

This role may also provide direction, guidance, and training to entry‑level engineers and assist with additional duties necessary to support successful project delivery.

• Support construction contract administration activities for multiple transportation projects to ensure compliance with agency policies, contract requirements, and project specifications.
• Maintain project records, tracking systems, and construction documentation using systems such as Unifier, spreadsheets, shared drives, and related software applications.
• Review and process contractor submittals, certified payrolls, Requests to Sublet, material documentation, and compliance requirements related to DBE/FSBE participation and apprenticeship programs.
• Provide training and guidance to inspectors, technicians, office staff, and entry‑level employees on construction documentation, reporting requirements, and agency procedures.
• Prepare, track, and coordinate change orders, cost estimates, justification documentation, funding requests, and related contract correspondence.
• Review field data, force account records, and contractor pay estimates to ensure accuracy, proper documentation, timely processing, and compliance with contract requirements.
• Review material documentation and submittals for conformance with contract requirements and coordinate material acceptance activities with contractors, inspectors, and project staff.
• Support project delivery activities by performing CADD drafting, developing project schedules using Primavera P6, participating in project meetings, and promoting a culture of safety.

Required

Contract Administration & Cost Analysis:

• Demonstrated ability to ensure compliance through accurate interpretation, review, and management of construction documentation aligned with applicable standards, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Experience supporting contractor payments, including review of progress estimates, field note records, and certified payrolls, and ensuring proper recording of force account work.

Documentation Accuracy & Quality Assurance:

• Demonstrated commitment to precision and quality through thorough verification of field records, daily reports, material certifications, and payment documentation to ensure audit‑ready compliance.

Technical Analytical & Engineering Judgment:

• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret engineering plans, specifications, special provisions, and contract documents to support field and office engineering functions and apply sound engineering judgment to resolve technical and contractual issues.
• Demonstrated skill in analyzing data, test results, and field conditions to ensure compliance with project requirements and recommend corrective actions when necessary.

Communication & Professional Effectiveness:

• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing, with diverse stakeholders and produce concise, accurate technical documentation.

Organization, Problem Solving, &…