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Description About WSDOT The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation.

The Opportunity WSDOT is currently seeking a Environmental Compliance Inspector (TE2) in our Northwest Region. The SR 520 Bridge Replacement and HOV Program is highly visible, political, controversial, and complex multi-billion-dollar capital construction program that is under the Assistant Secretary - Urban Mobility, Access and Megaprograms (UMAM) at WSDOT. This is among the largest mega programs in WSDOT, consisting of multiple major projects in various phases of development stretching from 1-5 to 1-405 on SR 520.

Projects in development or under construction within the SR 520 Program include the Montlake Phase, SR 520/1-5 Express Lanes Connection, Portage Bay Bridge and Roanoke Lid (PBB), and the Montlake Cut Second Bascule Bridge projects. In support of the Project Team on a Design Build project, this position as an Inspector is responsible for a variety of Quality Verification (QV) inspection duties within the WSDOT SR 520 Corridor Design-Build Office. This position supports WSDOT's mission by ensuring that the Design-Builders' work complies with contract requirements.

What to Expect Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Environmental Compliance Inspector will: Inspect project sites and evaluate project work to detect design malfunctions and check work for conformance to design specifications and applicable codes. Prepare reports and document project activities and data into Inspector Daily Reports (IDRs). Produce Inspector Daily Reports.

Maintain daily logs and supplement inspection records with photographs. Address maintenance issues occurring at project site with supervisor and discuss potential resolutions. Monitor construction schedule, delays, and potential change order issues.

Read and review contract documents and specifications to determine dimensions of structure or system and material requirements to identify potential issues. Advise Design-Builder of resolution to problems. Assist the Lead Inspector in reviewing the monthly progress payment invoice.

Perform a variety of construction inspection duties within the Quality Organization of the SR 520 Corridor Office, mainly focused on environmental compliance inspection. Verify compliance Report to the supervisor and follow up on corrective actions. Provide clarification of contract requirements to contractors.

Examine contract documents and guidelines to follow the audit plans established by the Project Engineer and Lead Inspector on the Project Team to determine QV inspection needs and appropriate items to be included in the QV Audits. Qualifications To be considered for this opportunity, the following competencies are required: Civil Engineering Knowledge & Application: Demonstrated knowledge of civil engineering principles and ability to apply entry-level civil engineering practices to transportation-related projects. Communication & Professional Correspondence: Strong communication skills including the ability to write tactful, concise technical and administration correspondence and to communicate frequently, both verbally and in writing, in a professional manner for all audiences, including local agencies, resource agencies, and private citizens.

Engineering Judgment & Construction Document Interpretation: Ability to exercise sound engineering judgment and interpret and analyze construction contract plans, specifications, estimates, permits, and other documentation for conformance with policies, regulations, and standards. Construction Practices & Engineering Principles: Strong understanding of construction practices and engineering principles. Computer Application Proficiency: Fluency in the use of the following computer applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Travel & Field Mobility: A valid driver's license, with the ability to drive state owned vehicles safely and travel to and from various job sites within the designated region. Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth. Service-Oriented: Demonstrates a willingness to take action to meet the needs of others.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have: Design-Build & Quality Verification Experience: Design Build experience, performing a variety of State QV inspections and material testing duties within the Quality Organization. Quality Audit & Compliance Experience: Experience preparing QV audits on work that has been inspected and experience preparing audits on Design-Builder Quality Control and Quality Assurance processes. Standards & Regulatory Familiarity: Familiarity with the following standards: WSDOT, Seattle DOT, Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), and American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO).

*To review the full Position Description, please follow the directions in the Contact Us section of this posting. Important Notes This position is not eligible for remote work. This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.

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.

WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit, please visit www.uscis.gov 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 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 a 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 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 recruiter listed. Contact Us For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at Sidra.Fields@wsdot.wa.gov

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