Consultant Management Engineer – TE4 (Multiple Positions)

Salary : $77,028.00 – $103,572.00 Annually

Location : Clark County – Vancouver, WA

Job Type: Full Time – Permanent

Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number: 23DOT-SWR-41499m-3

Department: Dept. of Transportation

Division: Southwest Region

Opening Date: 06/13/2023

Closing Date: 7/9/2023 11:59 PM Pacific

Description

About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure 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 two engineering professionals to serve as Consultant Management Engineers in Vancouver, WA. In these roles, you will support the Consultant Management Project Engineer in providing the necessary leadership and strategic planning needed to develop projects, coordinate with stakeholders, public, Region and HQ Divisions and Programs. These positions will lead a group of diverse technical experts while utilizing, implementing, and connecting their work to WSDOT’s Strategic Plan (Vision, Mission, and Values) to guide and assist with the delivery of the Southwest Region design and construction projects.

As managers who serve as liaisons between consultant teams and WSDOT for the delivery of fish passage, safety, and preservation projects, these positions contribute to the WSDOT mission of providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective transportation options. This is accomplished by supporting consultant procurement and managing consultant task orders and agreements, acting as a liaison, and ensuring consultant deliverables and performance, such as design documentation, construction inspection and administration, plans, specials, and estimates, are in compliance with WSDOT policies, procedures, and standards. The Consultant Management Engineers will ensure that community needs and preferences are met, while leading with a focus on customer service for both internal and external customers. These positions are critical in fostering a respectful and healthy work environment with focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

What to Expect
This position requires occasional travel to and from construction sites to perform oversight. Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Consultant Management Engineer will:

Manage a diverse workforce in the development and delivery of multiple projects from scoping through construction administration.
Create a collaborative environment for WSDOT and consultant teams.
Lead, motivate, coach, mentor, empower and demonstrate interpersonal skills to a diverse interdisciplinary workforce.
Provide clear expectations and guidance/direction as well as constructive feedback to team members.
Coordinate with region Senior Management, Program Management, Project Area Engineering Offices, Subject Matter Expert Offices, HQ Divisions and Programs to determine projects to be delivered by consultants and delivery schedule.
Develop draft scopes of work for consultant to begin resource/team procurement for assigned projects; act as conduit between WSDOT Region and HQ staff to identify discipline work to be delivered by consultants or be performed by WSDOT.
Prepare Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Request for Qualifications (RFQs) for consultant work, evaluate responses, select consultants, and negotiate terms of agreement, including but not limited to scope, schedule, and budget.
Prepare independent cost estimate and review level of effort for negotiations.
Provide project oversight and review of consultant project deliverables; monitor and track consultant progress – scope/schedule/budget.
Represent WSDOT in community outreach efforts with stakeholders to effectively address needs associated with the State transportation system.
Providing Quality Assurance reviews for consultant-prepared designs to ensure design quality, economy, conformance to standards, and constructability and determining whether consultant work is correct/adequate.
Prepare for consultant delivery of construction projects prior to the start of construction.
Make project decisions or concurring with proposed recommendations or resolution of construction issues present by the consultant to align with WSDOT’s needs or criteria.
Provide review, oversight, and feedback of consultant work in regards to project documentation, material approvals/acceptance, and processing change orders.

Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:

Three (3) years of experience managing and leading a design or construction projects (or both), including managing the Agency budget; or
Three (3) years of experience as a or equivalent.

In addition to one of the above, the following are also required:

Three (3) years of managing and leading a team of professionals in the delivery of design and construction of projects including supervisory experience providing guidance, mentoring, coaching, motivating staff, and empowering sound decision-making.
Experience managing and delivering projects as a consultant or as an owner managing a consultant.
Professional Engineering (PE) license.
A valid driver’s license.
WSDOT General Inspector certification or ability to obtain within the first six months of hire.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related degree.
Four (4) years of demonstrated and progressively responsible managerial/supervisory experience in managing a diversified workforce.
Four (4) years of experience as a Transportation Engineer 3 or equivalent.
Minimum of two (2) years of demonstrated experience planning/scoping and designing complex transportation projects.
Minimum of two (2) years of demonstrated experience inspecting or administering transportation construction contracts.
Demonstrated experience or familiarity with environmental documentation and permitting processes in past projects managed.
Demonstrated experience or familiarity with real estate acquisition processes and easements in past projects managed.

Important Notes

In addition to the salary range listed, a general wage increase of 4% will be applied for all state employees on July 1, 2023.
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 Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in 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.
WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit

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.
Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees earn a minimum 14 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 for more information.

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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 explains your qualifications, and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
Contact details for a minimum three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

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.

WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov

Contact us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Daisha Jordan, at Please be sure to reference 23DOT-SWR-41499m-3 in the subject line.

More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That’s why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems’ web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, are entitled to three (3) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave
Leave Sharing

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 12-31-2022

Please select the response that best describes your highest level of education:

Master’s degree or higher
Bachelor’s degree
Associate’s or Technical (2-year) degree
High School Diploma
None of the above

If you indicated that you have a degree in the question above, please list the degree field. If no degree, please note N/A.

Please select the response that best describes your total years of experience managing and leading a design or construction project (or both), including managing the Agency budget:

I have six (6) or more years of this experience
I have 5 – 6 years of this experience
I have 4 – 5 years of the experience
I have 3 – 4 years of this experience.
I have less than three (3) years of this experience.

Please describe your experience managing and leading a design or construction project (or both), including managing the Agency budget. If you do not have this, please note N/A.

Please select the response that best describes your total years of experience as a Transportation Engineer 3, or equivalent:

I have six (6) or more years of this experience
I have 5 – 6 years of this experience
I have 4 – 5 years of the experience
I have 3 – 4 years of this experience.
I have less than three (3) years of this experience.

Please describe your experience as a Transportation Engineer 3 or equivalent. If you do not have this, please note N/A.

Please select the response that best describes your total years of experience managing and leading a team of professionals in the delivery of design and construction of projects:

I have six (6) or more years of this experience
I have 5 – 6 years of this experience
I have 4 – 5 years of the experience
I have 3 – 4 years of this experience.
I have less than three (3) years of this experience.

In reference to the question above, please describe your experience, including any supervisory experience providing guidance, mentoring, coaching, motivating staff, and empowering sound decision-making.

Please describe your experience managing and delivering projects as a consultant or as an owner managing a consultant.

Do you have a Professional Engineering (PE) license?

Do you have a valid driver’s license?

Do you have at least two (2) years of experience planning/scoping and designing complex transportation projects?

Do you have at least two (2) of experience inspecting or administering transportation construction contracts?

Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for an employment visa?NOTE: For purposes of this question “sponsorship for an immigration-related employment benefit” means “an H-IB visa petition, an 0-1 visa petition, an E-3 visa petition, TN status and ‘job flexibility benefits’ (also known as 1-140 portability or Adjustment of Status portability) for long-delayed adjustment of status applications that have been pending for 180 days or longer.” Please ask us if you are uncertain whether you may need immigration sponsorship or desire clarification.

If you have a visa, how much time remains on your current visa?

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