Job description
Description
About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure that people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.
The Opportunity
WSDOT is currently seeking a Lead Inspector – Transportation Engineer 3 to lead team members in order to provide safe, reliable, and cost-effective transportation options for the public. This is completed by inspecting and performing quality verification of the construction work performed by contractors; protection of the environment; sampling, testing, and documentation for materials incorporated into assigned projects; communicating regularly with the team, supervisors, contractors, specialty groups, NWR, other agencies and stakeholders; mentoring and developing staff; and making timely decisions and partnering with the contractor.
What to Expect
What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Lead Inspector will:
- Lead a team to perform quality verification, oversight, and field inspection duties successfully and safely.
- Be responsible for managing the construction of transportation projects to ensure they meet specifications, budget, schedule, and permit requirements.
- Coordinate with the contractor, WSDOT staff, external agencies and the public as needed to manage projects completion.
- Plan, schedule, direct, and monitor all inspection activities; manage and monitor all activities related to inspection and contractor activities.
- On Design-Build projects, independently oversee and verify that the Design-Builder is performing the necessary materials testing with applicable documentation as appropriate.
- Manage and monitor all changes to the project including completing the change order questionnaire.
- Keep Managers, Office Engineer, and NWR Specialty groups informed of project status and any change for the planned activities.
- Mentor staff to build skills as engineers and technicians.
Frequent need to visit the project site may include accessing on-site job trailers. Inspection work is performed outdoors in inclement weather on construction sites in daytime or nighttime. Incumbent may be expected to adjust work schedule to meet business needs; including but not limited to night and weekend calls. Exposure to hazards may include exhaust, high-speed traffic, steep or uneven terrain, and/or heavy construction equipment.
Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:
- Two (2) years of experience as a Construction Transportation Engineer 2 or equivalent
- Valid WA State Driver’s License
- In depth knowledge of highway related construction procedures including inspection, materials testing, documentation procedures, Standard Specifications and how they relate to WSDOT business practices.
- Knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices, and methods relative to the documentation of construction of transportation projects.
- Strong oral and written communications skills, including ability to express complex concepts clearly and concisely.
- Experience writing tactful, factual, concise technical and administrative letters.
- Strong mathematical skills with ability to solve engineering problems of varying complexity.
- Experience proposing alternate solutions to complex elements of a project coordinating with various persons with expertise within the department or within other agencies.
It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:
- Two (2) years of experience administering active construction as a construction project inspector.
- Experience directly supervising technical/engineering staff.
- A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or closely related field.
- Certified General Inspector.
- Certification as an Engineer-in-Training.
- Licensed Professional Engineer in Washington State, or in another US State with the ability to achieve licensure in Washington State by comity.
- Knowledge and experience with construction administration procedures for WSDOT projects.
- Knowledge and experience with construction administration procedures on Design-Build projects.
- Knowledge of the WSDOT Construction Manual, Design Manual, and utility requirements and standards.
- WSDOT IAI certification as materials tester in all concrete, earth, aggregate and asphalt tests.
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.
- This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
- This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
- The salary listed for this position includes a legislative approved 5% premium for workers in King County.
- Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 357-16-197 mandates that all employees who work for executive cabinet agencies (which includes the Department of Transportation) must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Compliance with this mandate is a condition of employment with WSDOT. Exemption may be granted for religious or medical purposes; however, accommodations will be subject to approval based on the essential functions required of the position.
- WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov
Why WSDOT
- 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 occasional telework for eligible positions.
- Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees earn a minimum 14 paid vacation days per year!
- Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options, and free dental coverage! Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.
- 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.
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:
An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.- An attached Cover Letter that further details your qualifications, and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
- Contact information to be included in the “References” section of the online application for a minimum three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, knowledge base, and job-related competencies.
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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 via email.
Contact us:
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter,
Eric Saniatan, at SaniatE@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference
23DOT-NWR-13203 the subject line.
Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.
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