Design & Plans Lead - Transportation Projects

State of Washington

Lacey (WA)

Hybrid

USD 95,000 - 125,000

Full time

27 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible/hybrid remote work
Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is seeking a Transportation Engineer 4 to lead the Olympic Region Plans Office design support and reviews. You will oversee design, pre-award activities, and ensure high-quality project development while aligning with safety and resilience goals.

This role offers flexible/hybrid remote work options and opportunities to influence regional transportation projects.

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated technical expertise in design documentation and contract plans.
  • Experience applying standard transportation engineering procedures independently.
  • Ability to communicate technical information to diverse audiences.
  • Proficient with engineering/drafting software and Windows-based tools.
  • Ability to lead and supervise a diverse workforce and foster collaboration.
  • Commitment to learning, growth, and service orientation.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and support the Design Support and Plans Review Team for regional projects.
  • Monitor Design-Bid-Build projects through pre-advertisement to award phases.
  • Coordinate PS&E status reporting and project status meetings with teams.
  • Monitor procurement activities for Olympic Region Design-Build contracts.
  • Coordinate Documentation Packages and Plans for PFA reviews and archiving.
  • Support development of Specifications, Engineer’s Estimates, and Special Provisions.
  • Provide technical guidance and training on PS&E and Ad-Ready package development.
  • Maintain Region resources, including libraries and manuals.

Skills

Project Development Knowledge
Engineering Knowledge
Technical Communication
Software Proficiency
Leadership & Supervision
Growth Mindset
Service-Oriented

Tools

MicroStation
InRoads
OpenRoads
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Teams

Job description

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is seeking a Transportation Engineer 4 to lead the Olympic Region Plans Office design support and reviews. You will oversee design, pre-award activities, and ensure high-quality project development while aligning with safety and resilience goals.

This role offers flexible/hybrid remote work options and opportunities to influence regional transportation projects.

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