Senior Office Engineering Specialist

Vision: Seattle is a thriving and equitable community powered by dependable transportation.

Mission: To deliver a transportation system that provides safe and affordable access to places and opportunities.

At the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT), we are recognized across the country for our efforts in combining different modes of transportation to make travel easier and more convenient. As our city grows quickly, we're always thinking about how to make transportation more accessible, safe, affordable, and reliable for people who live in, work in, and visit Seattle. We're passionate about creating an equitable, sustainable, and vibrant city for everyone.

We have important jobs to do at SDOT. We look after the city's transportation network, add more bicycle and pedestrian paths, take care of over 240 bridges, and help people get better access to the regional transit system. We're a team of nearly 1,200 hardworking people, ready to serve Seattle's public transportation needs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, no matter the weather.

SDOT has an exciting opportunity for a collaborative and detail-oriented Senior Office Engineering Specialist (Senior Civil Engineering Specialist) in our Capital Projects Division. Come work with a team of professionals whose mission is to deliver an innovative, high-quality transportation system for Seattle. In this role you will perform senior-level professional civil engineering work supporting the implementation and administration of alternative public works construction contracts. Come help keep Seattle moving!

• Instructs and trains consultants and less experienced in-house staff on construction documentation procedures; acts as a technical resource for all contract administration activities.
• Administers multiple projects at once, some with Federal funding and subject to federal requirements.
• Prepares and processes monthly and final contractor payments, measurement, and payment of force account work and materials on hand.
• Reviews and processes standard construction paperwork such as RFIs, design changes, field memos, materials submittals, serial letters, etc.; will require occasional field work to verify contract compliance and that work completed is being measured and paid per plans and specifications.
• Reads and interprets plans, specifications, construction schedules, contracts, and other construction documents to ensure contract compliance.
• Tracks and processes contractor submittals and other project correspondence.
• Assists in project closeout and ensure that construction files, photos, and as-builts are archived appropriately.
• Assists in preparation of back-up documentation for change orders.
• Prepares various construction notices and related documents.
• Participates in and assists with pre-construction meetings as well as weekly progress meetings; prepares minutes and solicits review comments.
• Interacts with a wide range of stakeholders such as contractors, property owners, businesses, designers, project managers, resident engineers, inspectors, etc.
• Coordinates and cooperates with other agencies, departments, divisions, and private utilities involved in or affected by projects.
• Sets up and manages electronic and hard copy of construction project files.
• Supports department goals in promoting diversity and social justice.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• Associate’s degree in civil engineering technology or two years of college level coursework in civil engineering and construction technology.

Experience:

• Four (4) years of experience with civil engineering.

OR: An equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the position duties.

Though not requirements, strong candidates will have some of the following experience or are able to describe comparable experience:

• Fundamental of Engineering (FE) also referred to as the Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction management.
• Experience administering public works construction contracts, including projects with Federal funding.
• Prior specialty contracting experience (GCCM, JOC, Design Build).
• 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, specs, construction schedules, contracts, and other construction documents to ensure contract compliance.
• Strong proficiency in using MS Word, MS Excel, SharePoint Online, and Adobe Professional.
• Ability to carry out work in more than one language other than English.

Other Requirements:

Work Environment / Physical Demands:

• Work is typically performed in a hybrid work environment in which a minimum of 3 days of the work is completed in a City office, and 2 days of the work is completed remotely in a regular 40-hour work week.
• Most work is performed in a normal City work/office environment.
• Field assignments entail exposure to all types of weather, traffic, hazardous/toxic substances and work in or near construction sites.
• May be required to lift over 50 pounds.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Your application will not be reviewed if these items are missing or incomplete.

Hiring Process:

Applications are reviewed after the posting closes. Qualified candidates must submit the following to be considered:

1. Completed NEOGOV online application.
2. Supplemental questionnaire responses.
3. Current résumé indicating relevant experience and education.

Offers of employment are contingent on verification of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process, including a potential background check.

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.

The full salary range for this position is $57.50 - $64.43 hourly.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: Employee Benefits .

Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The Department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ people, people with disabilities, veterans and those with diverse life experiences.

Accommodations for people with disabilities are provided on request.

The City is a Drug Free Workplace.