About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal organization with a global reputation for excellence! Our dedicated workforce is responsible to plan, design, build, and operate an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 18,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, executes an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds a record for the world's widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!
 
The Opportunity
WSDOT is currently seeking a Transportation Engineer 3 In-Training in Union Gap, WA. This position is a critical part of the South-Central Region’s Program Management (PM) Office. This position performs an essential role in ensuring the timely delivery and reporting of SCR’s highway construction program. This position’s responsibilities include supervising Project Control staff in the entering and maintaining of accurate project data in current program management systems, such as the Capital Program Management System (CPMS) and Transportation Executive Information System (TEIS) as well as the agency accounting system (TRAINS) and databases. Oversight, management, and monitoring of project funds, spending plans and actuals spent. Regular communication with project and reporting offices as per potential and actual changes to scope, schedule, and budget. The person in this position must recognize inconsistencies, review the work of others for accuracy, and provide timely answers for urgent program management related questions from Supervisor, Manager, Region, and HQ staff.
 
What to Expect 
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, you will:

• Prepare, submit, and review multiple types and kinds of simple and complex work orders. 
• Enter and maintain project information in various Program Management Systems such as:
  • Capital Program Management System (CPMS)
  • Federal Aid Tracking System (FATs)
  • Transportation Executive Information System (TEIS)
  • Agency Accounting system (TRAINS)
• Complete group closures and Work Order closures including WOAs to balance to actuals.
• Review and Update Federal fund unbilled weekly reports.
• Federal Aid Participation Agreement (FAPA) End date reviews and updates
• Review and Update O-line report – monthly.
• Review of updates sent out for quarterly aging sheets.
• Review and process Construction Contract Financial Authorization (CCFA) and Adjust to Award (A2A) Work Order.
• Assist with book building by reviewing projects scopes, schedules, and budgets, and entering the data into CPMS.
• Review all Project Change Management requests, submit change management language to supervisor/manager and then manage the update of CPMS with scope, schedule, or budget changes as approved.
• Monitor spending for projects and report discrepancies and variances to supervisor and managers.

Qualifications
Please note this position has been approved for in-training. Candidates will be considered as a Transportation Engineer 2 or Transportation Engineer 3, depending on qualifications.  
 
 Required qualifications at the level require of the following:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or closely related field.

OR

• Two (2) years of experience as a Transportation Engineer 1, Transportation Technician 3, Bridge Engineer 1, or equivalent.

 
Required qualifications at the  level:

• One (1) year of experience as a Transportation Engineer 2, Bridge Engineer 2, or Transportation Planning Specialist 2, or equivalent such as a Construction Manager, Design or Civil Engineer.

AND

• Possess a Valid State Driver’s License.
• Knowledge of engineering principles, practices, and methods and the ability to apply them to engineering problems.
• Knowledge of the basic principles of budgeting and project scheduling.
• Ability to supervise, evaluate, provide leadership, direction, mentor, and train individuals and diverse teams composed of Engineers and Technicians.
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand contract plans, specifications, and estimates.
• Effectively communicate in a cooperative and courteous manner, verbally, electronically and in writing with various groups within the department, local and statewide agencies, and the public.
• Complete work accurately with attention to details and the ability to review their own work and the work of others for accuracy and completeness.
• Gain efficiency and proficiencies of normal day to day tasks, as well as learn processes to accomplish day to day tasks as to reduce repeat instruction from supervisor and manager.
• Handle multiple and changing assignments, proactively manage own workload and plan/oversee the work of others, complete tasks by scheduled deadlines while accommodating unexpected work on short notice.
• Utilize advanced features of reporting software to analyze data, forecast expenditures, and build complex reports.

 
It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• A Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a closely related field. 

AND

• Two (2) years of experience as a Transportation Engineer 2 or equivalent.
• One (1) year or more of experience organizing and manipulating data in spreadsheets or similar such as MS Excel utilizing basic to advanced formulas and functions.
• One (1) year or more of experience in data organization, assembly, review and accurate entry into a program or system.
• Experience in programs and reporting software such as COGNOS, TEIS, FIRS, TRAINS, FATS, and CPMS or equivalent programs to analyze data, forecast expenditures, and build complex reports.
• Successful completion of the WSDOT Leading Others e-learning tracks.
• Successful completion of the Entry Management Core Program (ED & TD, AA).
• Experience in program management or program administration.
• Experience in transportation engineering disciplines such as design, construction, planning, scoping, surveying, or similar.
• Knowledge of WSDOT project development process and policies.

Important Notes 

• 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.
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit  
• The salary range listed includes the legislative approved general wage increase of 3%, effective on July 1, 2024.

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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 may earn up to 25 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. 

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. 
 
To be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:  

• An attached Resume outlining 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 of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. NOTE: This information may 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 via email.
 
Contact us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter S. Fields at  Please be sure to reference 24DOT-SCR-50909 in the subject line.