Assistant State Construction Engineer (WMS3)

• Maintain communication with industry to assess specification effectiveness and implement new products, materials, and research.
• Develop new and revised specifications, policies, and procedures; and assist in the dissemination of these to all statewide offices.
• Provide direct monitoring and oversight of activities in assigned field offices and assigned regions.
• Approve/disapprove change orders for construction contracts that are beyond the authority of the regions.
• Provide troubleshooting services to region managers and project engineers.
• Ensure compliance with WSDOT/FHWA stewardship agreement.
• Assist in training and insuring compliance with Minority, Small, Veteran, and Women's Business Enterprise (MSVWBE) and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) programs.

• Principles and practices of construction engineering, contract administration, and project delivery.
• AASHTO and ASTM standards, construction materials, and quality assurance practices.
• State and federal public contracting laws, including RCW, WAC, and federal regulations.
• Claims processes, and documentation standards.
• Construction practices, methods, and constructability analysis.
• Alternate dispute resolution processes, claim prevention, and resolution methods.

• Risk assessment and risk-based decision-making principles.
• Policy development, specification writing, and implementation of statewide technical guidance.
• DBE, MSVWBE, EEO, and civil rights program compliance requirements.

• Knowledge of roles and functions of construction industry associations (AGC, WACA, WAPA, etc.).
• Knowledge of interagency coordination processes with FHWA, Attorney General’s Office, OEO, and Local Programs.

• Experience developing and revising statewide specifications, policies, and procedures based on industry needs, research, and observing program performance.

• Demonstrated skills to facilitate dispute resolution between regions and contractors.
• Demonstrated skills to lead negotiations on high-stakes construction issues and contract changes.

• Experience and skill in writing clear, technically accurate specifications, policy documents, and formal correspondence.
• Experience delivering presentations and training to diverse audiences.
• Experience facilitating multi-party meetings involving internal stakeholders, FHWA, contractors, and industry groups.

• Skilled in providing coaching, mentoring, and technical guidance to regional construction personnel and peer managers.
• Skilled in leading collaborative teams and participating in agency/industry committees.

• Demonstrated skills in determining compliance with state and federal contracting requirements and documentation standards.
• Demonstrated skills in conducting oversight reviews, final inspections, and federal-aid audits.

• Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.

• Takes action to meet the needs of others.

• 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.
• Ability to mentor and train staff in construction administration, project management, and engineering requirements.
• Ability to lead statewide initiatives and ensure uniform application of policy and standards.
• Ability to make independent decisions on complex engineering issues, specification interpretation, entitlement determinations, time extensions, and contract changes.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments and make financially and legally defensible recommendations.

• Federal funding participation rules and eligibility criteria.
• New and emerging construction technologies, materials, or methods.
• Legislative processes or rulemaking related to construction programs.
• Advanced skill in technical writing, including specifications and complex policy documents.

• Experience administering or overseeing Design-Build, GCCM, or other alternative delivery contracts.
• Experience leading statewide or agency-level policy development initiatives.
• Experience serving as a liaison with FHWA, Attorney General’s Office, or federal oversight bodies.
• Experience conducting construction audits, project reviews, or federal compliance reviews.
• Prior leadership of industry committees, technical working groups, or multi-agency teams.
• Experience negotiating complex contract changes, value engineering proposals, or high-cost construction
• disputes.
• Experience managing or influencing large-scale construction programs exceeding $500M annually.

• Construction claims management
• Dispute resolution/mediation
• Risk management
• Specification writing

In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position.

For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.

Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.

• Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including telework options for eligible positions.
• Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
• Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.

• An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
• An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. NOTE: This information may be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.