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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in contract administration, project documentation management, and compliance with federal and state regulations. Proficient in managing construction project schedules, budgets, and stakeholder communications while ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
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Contract AdministrationProject Documentation ManagementFederal Compliance RequirementsConstruction ManagementBudget Monitoring
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Hard Skills
Project EngineeringConstruction DrawingsSpecifications ReviewChange ManagementDocument ControlCost EvaluationsSchedule TrackingTechnical ReviewsSubmittals ProcessingCloseout Documentation
Soft Skills
CommunicationCollaborationProblem-SolvingAttention to DetailOrganizational Skills
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft OfficeSharePointProcoreE-BuilderUnifierPrimavera Contract ManagementProject Management Information System (PMIS)
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in EngineeringEngineer-in-Training (EIT) CertificationProfessional Engineer Registration
Industry Keywords
Transit ProjectsTransportation InfrastructurePublic InfrastructureWSDOT StandardsAPWA StandardsFTA-Funded ProjectsGC/CM Delivery MethodDesign-Build MethodEV Charging InfrastructureDavis-Bacon Compliance
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support the Construction Manager and Resident Engineer with day-to-day contract administration
- Review contract requirements, monitor budgets and costs, and prepare project reports
- Review, track, process, and distribute construction submittals, RFIs, change requests, design submittals, shop drawings, product data, work plans, meeting minutes, and project correspondence
- Review project documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance; coordinate reviews, approvals, and comment resolution
- Manage document control and change control processes and maintain project logs and distribution lists
- Maintain official project records in the project management information system (PMIS)
- Track and report submittals, RFIs, change requests, and technical reviews; prepare dashboards, spreadsheets, meeting minutes, and action-item logs
- Support contractor progress payments, invoices, quantity documentation, and related project records
- Assist with change management, contract modifications, cost and schedule evaluations, negotiations, change orders, and claims documentation
- Coordinate with field inspectors and technical staff to monitor construction for compliance with requirements, safety standards, permits, schedules, budgets, and codes
- Support project schedule administration by tracking schedules, milestones, look-ahead plans, interfaces, and schedule-related action items
- Analyze drawings, specifications, and technical documentation; support constructability and design reviews
- Coordinate documentation and technical interfaces with utilities, agencies, permitting authorities, testing teams, commissioning personnel, and transit operations staff
- Assist with federally funded project compliance documentation, including Buy America, Davis-Bacon, prevailing wage, and DBE requirements
- Prepare status reports, technical memoranda, correspondence, presentations, estimates, and other client and leadership materials
- Support contract administration before and after award, including document preparation, modifications, final inspections, acceptance documentation, and contractor coordination
- Support project closeout, including punch lists, as-builts, O&M manuals, warranties, training records, final submittals, turnover packages, and record archiving
- Work onsite at client sites and partners' sites; assignments include both day and night shifts
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Business Administration, or another related field
- Three (3) or more years of experience as a Project Engineer, Office Engineer, or in a similar construction administration role on transit, transportation, or public infrastructure projects
- Valid Washington State driver's license, or ability to obtain one
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or registration as a Professional Engineer is a bonus
- Working knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, contract changes, pay applications, schedules, document control, and closeout documentation is a bonus
- Working knowledge of WSDOT and APWA Standard Specifications for Road, Bridge, and Municipal Construction is a bonus
- Experience supporting FTA-funded construction projects and familiarity with federal contract compliance requirements is a bonus
- Experience with alternative delivery methods, particularly GC/CM and design-build, is preferred
- Experience with EV charging or transit electrification infrastructure is a bonus
- Contractor-side experience as a Project Engineer, Assistant Project Manager, or similar role is a bonus
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SharePoint; familiarity with Procore, e-Builder, Unifier, Primavera Contract Management, or a similar PMIS is preferred
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Basic life and AD&D insurance
- Short- and long-term disability
- 401(k) with employer match
- Health savings and flexible spending accounts
- Paid time off and holidays
- Paid maternity and parental caregiver leave
- Adoption and surrogacy assistance
- Supplemental insurance plans
- Employee assistance program
- Legal resources
- Identity theft protection
- Leadership development
- Technical upskilling
- Certification support