Project Manager (Construction Project Coordinator 3)
State of Washington
Posted: January 6, 2026 (9 days ago)
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State of Washington
Dept. of Transportation
Location
Washington, 98504
Salary
$82,872 - $111,504
per year
Type
Full Time
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This job involves leading teams on multiple construction projects for state transportation facilities, from initial planning and budgeting to overseeing construction and ensuring everything wraps up on time and within budget.
It requires handling all project stages while following strict rules and focusing on safety and teamwork.
A good fit would be someone with strong leadership skills, good organization, and experience in managing construction work, especially if they enjoy fieldwork and problem-solving in a team setting.

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!
The Opportunity
WSDOT is seeking a Construction Project Coordinator 3 to fill a vacancy located in Tumwater, WA.
This position will manage multiple concurrent facility improvement and preservation projects in compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations, while applying applicable WSDOT policies and guidance.
In this role, you will serve as the primary project team leader, providing oversight through all project phases, including planning, scoping, design, construction, and first year warranty period, and follow established project management processes from initiation through execution, monitoring, control, and closeout.
This position plays a key role in advancing excellent customer service, employee-focused solutions, collaboration, and continuous improvement, while conducting business in alignment with WSDOT values of safety, people first, teamwork, professionalism, respect, and integrity.
Our top candidate will demonstrate project leadership, effective communication, organizational skills, and a commitment to quality service and continuous improvement.
What to Expect
This position is required to occasionally perform field work outdoors, in inclement weather, in daytime or nighttime.
This work requires traversing rough, steep, and uneven terrain; performing duties low to the ground or at ground level; standing for extended periods of time.
Other exposure to hazards includes those commonly found at an active construction site, such as noise; limited visibility; air quality hazards such as dust; heavy construction equipment, materials, and chemicals.
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Construction Project Coordinator 3 will:
Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:
It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:
Project Delivery & Project Management Expertise: Advanced knowledge of project delivery and project management practices across all phases, including preliminary scoping, planning, design, construction, and closeout.
Ability to review project documents at all phases for conformance with approved scope and budget.
*To review the full Position Description, please follow the directions in the Contact Us section of this posting.
Important Notes
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.
Why WSDOT
Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?
How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.
In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:
Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.
WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency.
Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace.
All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply.
Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.
Contact Us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at Robyn.Lovely@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference 25DOT-HQ-05514 in the subject line.
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