Position Description

Join us in shaping Seattle’s streets! At the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT), we don’t just move people—we connect communities, build safer streets, and create a more sustainable city. With a bold vision for the future, we’re tackling big challenges: making travel safer, cutting carbon emissions, and ensuring reliable, affordable transportation for everyone—no matter who they are or where they live. Seattle is growing fast, and we’re growing with it. Thanks to a historic voter-approved $1.55 billion investment in transportation in 2024, we’re building sidewalks, fixing bridges, and improving transit connections to keep our city moving. We’re a team of problem solvers, planners, engineers, communicators, and field crews—bringing purpose-driven work to life. Now, we need passionate, innovative talent like you. Let’s build a Seattle that works for everyone—together!

SDOT has an exciting opportunity for a highly collaborative and detail-oriented Senior Project Delivery Engineering Specialist (Civil Engineering Specialist, Senior) on our Project Design & Delivery team in the Project Development Division. The position is responsible performing complex detailed computer-aided designs for Stay Healthy Street / Neighborhood roadways / Pedestrian Master Plan, and other related public works projects. The role will act as a project manager for these city crew constructed projects. The role will also coordinate and act as a liaison between consultants, contractors’ equipment & material suppliers, other city Departments and other public agencies.

Job Responsibilities

• Use Computer-aided, ink, or pencil drafting of drawings for preliminary scoping schematics, 30%, 60%, 90% and final designs.
• Perform field work to inspect and monitor city crew construction projects.
• Create work orders for construction projects for all city crews: Storm Drainage, Concrete, Asphalt, Urban Forestry, Signal, Traffic Signs & Markings, Curb Space Management, and Roadway Structures.
• Check accuracy of designs, studies and outreach material performed by other engineering personnel.
• Supervise preliminary and final construction estimates.
• Perform design process for traffic related improvements including signing, channelization, detours, traffic controls and traffic survey and analysis.
• Research and verification of traffic flow/collision data pertaining to Seattle Fire Response routes, Seattle Public Utilities Garbage/Compost/Recycle pick-up service routes.
• Prepare, review and approve Traffic Control plans.
• Investigate and resolve complaints from the public related to new projects.
• Prepare plans and designs for traffic related improvements including signing, channelization, detours, traffic controls and traffic survey and analysis.
• Serve as a technical expert for traffic calming techniques, material procurement, and project implementation techniques.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology or two years of college level coursework in engineering and construction technology.
• Experience: At least 4 years of civil engineering experience. OR: An equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the position duties.
• License, Certification: Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.

Though not requirements, strong candidates will have some of the following experience or are able to describe comparable experience: Civil engineering experience in the design of bicycle, pedestrian, and transit facilities, roadways, infrastructure, and signal and lighting improvements related to public works transportation facilities. Strong proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, SharePoint, Adobe Professional, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D. Familiarity with City of Seattle, WSDOT, NACTO, MUTCD, and City/County roadway design standards. Knowledge of the principles and practices of civil and construction engineering, including methods, materials, equipment, and techniques used in civil engineering, construction, and inspection. Ability to read and interpret plans, spec's, construction schedules, contracts, and other construction documents to ensure contract compliance. Willingness to work in the field during all types of weather, traffic, and work in or near construction sites. Ability to effectively communicate with a wide diverse population.

Work Environment / Physical Demands

Work is typically performed in a hybrid work environment in which a minimum of 3 days of work is completed in a City office, and 2 days of work is completed remotely in a regular 40-hour work week. May be required to work nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays and in field assignments with exposure to all types of weather, traffic conditions, hazardous/toxic substances, and construction sites.

Additional Information

Your application will not be reviewed if these items are missing or incomplete. Hiring Process Applications are reviewed after the posting closes. Qualified candidates must submit the following to be considered: Completed NEOGOV online application. Cover letter describing how your skills and experience align with the stated job responsibilities and qualifications. Current résumé indicating relevant experience and education. Supplemental questionnaire responses. Offers of employment are contingent on verification of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process, including professional work and education verifications and full driver's abstract. This hiring process involves a background check of conviction and arrest records in compliance with Seattle's Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17. Applicants will be provided with an opportunity to explain or correct background information. Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The full salary range for this position is $62.79 - $70.35 per hour. The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits

Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The Department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+ people, people with disabilities, veterans and those with diverse life experiences. Accommodations for people with disabilities are provided upon request. The City is a Drug Free Workplace.