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 a Transportation Engineer 3 to serve as the Requests for Proposal (RFP) Development Specialist in Shoreline, WA. This position is critical in fostering a respectful and healthy work environment with focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion. This position supports that mission by developing procurement schedules for design-build projects, collaborating with Project Development teams to set projects goals evaluation criteria, reviewing Requests for Proposals (RFP) documents, and facilitating the review and evaluation of Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) and Proposals.

What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the RFP Development Specialist will:

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  Coordinate and collaborate with the Project Development Project Engineer (PE), and Construction PE offices through the development of RFP documents.
• Collaborate with the team to define project scope, and goals.
• Collaborate with the project development teams in the development of the Request for Qualifications (RFQ), Instruction to Proposers (ITP), and General Provisions (GP) documents.
• Draft and review the RFQ & the RFQ addenda.
• Draft and review the ITP and the GP documents.
• Review technical requirements, conceptual design, and appendices, for compliance with the engineering principles and standards.
• Draft and review RFP addenda
• Draft answers to Proposers’ questions
• Coordinate with the Contract and Award office to distribute RFP-Q/A, and addenda.
• Attend and participate in one-on-one meetings with Proposers’ teams.
• Supervise direct reports and mentor development of staff within the Design-Build Procurement Team

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

• One (1) years of professional experience working with design-build contracts and projects proposals.
• One (1) year as a Transportation Engineer 2 or equivalent.
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License

In addition to:

• Knowledge of civil engineering principles, practice, and methods relative to the documentation and construction of transportation projects.
• Experience with proposing alternate solutions to complex elements of a project, coordinating with various departments in WSDOT, Contractors, Consultants, or within other agencies.
• Proven ability to review engineering plans and specifications for compliance with established standards.
• Fluency in the use of computer applications including ProjectWise, SharePoint, MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams).
• Quickly and proficiently understand and absorb new information.
• Ability to interpret technical requirements, reports, studies, plans, and drawings.
• Ability to research through manuals, reference documents, archived projects, and other sources as needed.
• Ability to write tactful, factual, concise technical requirements, and administrative documents using correct grammar, sentence, and paragraph structures following the Design-Build Style Guide

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field of study and/or EIT certification
• Three (3) years of progressively responsible civil engineering experience, in design or construction
• One or more years of Design-Build experience on complex transportation projects
• One or more years of experience directing work for two or more technical/engineering staff.

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
• The salary listed includes the legislative approved 5% salary premium for positions in King County.
• 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.
• 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 offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity.
• 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 State Benefits for more information.

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 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.

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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.

Contact us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Amanda Strebeck, at strebal@wsdot.wa.gov . Please be sure to reference Development Specialist #12843 in the subject line.