Paving Manager 2 (Manager2,Engrng&Plans Rev)

Full Job Description

Join us in shaping Seattle’s streets!

At the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT), we don’t just move people, we connect communities, build safer streets, and create a more sustainable city.

With a bold vision for the future, we’re tackling big challenges: making travel safer, cutting carbon emissions, and ensuring reliable, affordable transportation for everyone—no matter who they are or where they live.

Seattle is growing fast, and we’re growing with it. Thanks to a historic voter-approved $1.55 billion investment in transportation in 2024, we’re building sidewalks, fixing bridges, and improving transit connections to keep our city moving.
We’re a team of problem solvers, planners, engineers, communicators, and field crews bringing purpose-driven work to life. Now, we need passionate, innovative talent like you. Let’s build a Seattle that works for everyone together!

Position Overview:
The Paving Manager 2 leads the Neighborhood Sidewalk Program within the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT), a cornerstone of the voter-approved Transportation Levy Fund (Ordinance 126424). This critical role oversees the delivery of 250 blocks of new sidewalks over four years, managing twenty-four crew members and a $20 million average annual budget. The Paving Manager 2 ensures seamless coordination with Seattle Public Utilities, Seattle City Light, and internal SDOT divisions, while maintaining compliance with City standards and levy commitments.

This position requires exceptional leadership, specialized expertise in asphalt construction, and proven skills in complex project and budget management. The ideal candidate will excel in developing operational policies, conducting on-site constructability reviews, and fostering interdepartmental collaboration to meet an accelerated construction pace twice the historical average. The Paving Manager 2 is pivotal to ensuring public safety, enhancing pedestrian accessibility, and upholding SDOT’s commitment to delivering a reliable, equitable transportation infrastructure that supports thriving Seattle neighborhoods.

Requirements

•Manage the Asphalt Paving Operations Section of SDOT's Maintenance Operations Division. Responsible for the asphalt paving maintenance and repair programs of streets and sidewalks throughout the City.
•Oversee and direct crew operations of up to 50 full-time employees.
•Provide constructability reviews and cost estimates to both internal and external customers.
•Develop crew operations work plans, and monitor scope, schedule, and budgets for crew related activities to ensure the division is meeting the goals and deliverables within budget.
•Develop, implement and track performance measures.
•Work with SDOT staff, City departments, union representatives, the public, and external agencies to evaluate concerns, answer questions, solve problems, coordinate efforts, and foster positive working relationships between other crew forces.
•Coordinate with Finance & Administrative Services (FAS) department to ensure that the operations yards are fully functioning, and space needs are being met.
•Responsible for a fleet of 150 rolling stock including specialized paving and construction machinery. Coordinate operational equipment needs with FAS/Fleet Management Division and the SDOT fleet manager.
•Provide leadership and respond to emergency conditions such as snow and ice, and other emergencies (traffic incidents, windstorms, landslides, earthquakes, etc.) as needed.
•Support department goals in promoting diversity and social justice.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Education:
A bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Environmental Studies, or Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management. Urban Planning, Transport Planning)

Experience:
•Five (5) years of progressive supervisory or managerial experience working with maintenance crews or in the management of complex street maintenance issues. Including evaluation and performance management of staff.

•Three (3) years of surface restoration work, both asphalt and concrete.

•Demonstrated experience leading and actively managing multiple work crews.

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

Though there are no requirements, strong candidates will have some of the following experience or are able to describe comparable experience:
•Project-driven professional with a strong ability to take ownership, prioritize effectively, and deliver results in fast-paced environments.
•Experience managing a highly unionized work environment.
•Strong oral and written communication skills.
•Proven ability to manage and oversee complex budgets
•Knowledge of maintenance material, equipment, and practices.
•Experience with crew scheduling, routing, organizing, and prioritizing work.
•Ability to promote safe work practices and contribute to safety training program development
•Demonstrated success in developing, managing, and engaging a diverse workforce to improve productivity.
•Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced, changing work environment
•Knowledge of CDL required equipment.
•Knowledge of computerized work management systems (e.g, Hansen).
•Experience in employee relations and organizational development.
•Understanding and technical expertise related to BMPs for paving, repair and restoration processes.
•Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.
•Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio).
•Ability to effectively work in a multi-cultural workplace with a diverse customer base.

Other Requirements:

Work Environment / Physical Demands:
•Work is performed in both an office environment and in the field with members of maintenance and operations crews.
•May be required to work nights, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
•Occasionally required to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.

License, Certification, and Other Requirements:
•Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility may be required for some positions.

Additional Information

Job offer is contingent upon verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process and may include a criminal history background check, a pre-placement medical examination, a review of driving history, and reference information.

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 $56.57 - $84.88 per hour.

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: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans

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 is provided on request.

The City is a Drug Free Workplace.