Engineering Manager — SR 520 Construction (Hybrid/Remote)

State of Washington; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Paid leave & holidays

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) seeks an Engineering Manager in Seattle, WA to oversee project offices delivering major capital projects. You will lead integrated WSDOT and consultant teams in design, construction, environmental compliance, traffic impacts, and stakeholder coordination.

The role requires strong program management, civil engineering expertise, and excellent communication. Hybrid remote work options and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage the delivery of complex design and construction projects.
• Experience with budgeting, scheduling, and quality management principles.
• Strong leadership and cross‑functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and strategic direction to project office teams.
• Mentor engineers and staff across internal and consultant partners.
• Ensure timely reporting of project status, progress, and finances.
• Develop delivery strategies for complex highway and bridge projects.
• Coordinate with local agencies, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Team leadership

Communication

Risk management

Stakeholder coordination

Contracting knowledge

Growth mindset

Education

Professional Engineer license (WA) or eligible

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) seeks an Engineering Manager in Seattle, WA to oversee project offices delivering major capital projects. You will lead integrated WSDOT and consultant teams in design, construction, environmental compliance, traffic impacts, and stakeholder coordination.

The role requires strong program management, civil engineering expertise, and excellent communication. Hybrid remote work options and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.