Portland Trail Blazers
Program & Project Delivery Highway Civil Engineer (GS-0810-11/12)
Portland Trail Blazers, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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Don't Delay - Start Your Career Today with FHWA!The Washington Federal-aid Highway Division is hiring a Program & Project Delivery Highway Civil Engineer (GS-0810-11/12 - $76,860 to $119,760 annually) in Olympia, Washington. To apply, visit
https://www.usajobs.gov/job/756595900
(open to U.S. Citizens). Alternatively, send your resume and a statement of interest (in the body of your e-mail message) directly to Melinda.Roberson@dot.gov using the subject “Resume and Documents for Program & Project Delivery Highway Civil Engineer Position.” Hiring managers will consider applications submitted by 11/20/2023 (but submit yours as soon as possible for best consideration).This position provides engineering stewardship and oversight at various junctures of project and program delivery of Federal-aid Highway infrastructure projects within Washington state.As a
Program & Project Delivery Highway Civil Engineer , you will:Provide advice and guidance on Federal laws, regulations, and FHWA policies applicable to Federal-aid projects within the State DOT project development process, in meetings, telephone contacts, public hearings, field reviews, and visits with State DOT officials and other Federal, State, and local agencies for assigned program areas and in assisting in the implementation of leadership initiatives.Conduct project reviews in accordance with the Division’s Risk-Based Stewardship and Oversight plan. Review required project actions for appropriate application of design standards and criteria, conformance with policy and regulations, eligibility for Federal participation, traffic safety features, reasonableness of cost estimates, fulfillment of requirements from the transportation planning and contract provisions.Review and evaluate project studies, and comments on alternatives and/or modifications. Authorize project agreements which may include reviewing the adequacy of proposed rights-of-way clearances, NEPA, construction plans, agreements for utility and railroad work, consultant agreements.Participate in and contribute to Division program management activities including development of stewardship and oversight plans, conducting risk assessments, development of strategic operations and business plans, promotion of the implementation of a performance-based planning and programming process to partner agencies, and identification and tracking of performance measures and the associated reporting processes.Participate in oversight activities, such as process reviews, and in-depth documentation reviews of Federal-aid programs; advise on problems and deficiencies, prepare reports and analysis, coordinate corrective actions, review, and evaluate practices, and share innovative practices, procedures, and technologies. Participate in assessing State programs for effectiveness and compliance.The
ideal candidate
is an engineer with experience monitoring Federally funded highway programs or delivering highway projects from initial scoping through construction support and maintenance; and experience conveying ideas and concepts to persuade others in meetings, discussions, and in writing.The Washington Division Office is in Olympia at the southern tip of Puget Sound. Olympia is a great place to live, work, and play! It has a vibrant culture, a charming downtown, and a range of outdoor activities. The Olympia area (Thurston County) with a population of 250,000 boasts a low unemployment rate, a strong, well-supported school system, and a mild climate. Washington State is known for its beautiful summer weather, top-notch landscapes, and beautiful coastline. It’s an incredible place to be!Washington Division employees enjoy some of the best office views in the country with Capitol Lake on the west, the Olympic Mountains and the South Puget Sound to the north, and Mt. Rainier to the east. Mt. Rainier, Washington’s highest peak (14,410 feet), is one of a chain of volcanoes in the Cascade Mountains which provides for unmatched hiking, snowshoeing, and mountaineering.Whether you enjoy the great outdoors or urban living, Washington is the ideal place! We sport breathtaking natural beauty and are also close to major metropolitan areas, with Seattle 60 miles to the north and Portland, Oregon just a short two-hour drive south.We enjoy an outstanding working relationship with WSDOT and are continually looking at ways to deliver better transportation more effectively and efficiently. Our office functions as a team and as such we provide a supportive and collaborative work environment.
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Don't Delay - Start Your Career Today with FHWA!The Washington Federal-aid Highway Division is hiring a Program & Project Delivery Highway Civil Engineer (GS-0810-11/12 - $76,860 to $119,760 annually) in Olympia, Washington. To apply, visit
https://www.usajobs.gov/job/756595900
(open to U.S. Citizens). Alternatively, send your resume and a statement of interest (in the body of your e-mail message) directly to Melinda.Roberson@dot.gov using the subject “Resume and Documents for Program & Project Delivery Highway Civil Engineer Position.” Hiring managers will consider applications submitted by 11/20/2023 (but submit yours as soon as possible for best consideration).This position provides engineering stewardship and oversight at various junctures of project and program delivery of Federal-aid Highway infrastructure projects within Washington state.As a
Program & Project Delivery Highway Civil Engineer , you will:Provide advice and guidance on Federal laws, regulations, and FHWA policies applicable to Federal-aid projects within the State DOT project development process, in meetings, telephone contacts, public hearings, field reviews, and visits with State DOT officials and other Federal, State, and local agencies for assigned program areas and in assisting in the implementation of leadership initiatives.Conduct project reviews in accordance with the Division’s Risk-Based Stewardship and Oversight plan. Review required project actions for appropriate application of design standards and criteria, conformance with policy and regulations, eligibility for Federal participation, traffic safety features, reasonableness of cost estimates, fulfillment of requirements from the transportation planning and contract provisions.Review and evaluate project studies, and comments on alternatives and/or modifications. Authorize project agreements which may include reviewing the adequacy of proposed rights-of-way clearances, NEPA, construction plans, agreements for utility and railroad work, consultant agreements.Participate in and contribute to Division program management activities including development of stewardship and oversight plans, conducting risk assessments, development of strategic operations and business plans, promotion of the implementation of a performance-based planning and programming process to partner agencies, and identification and tracking of performance measures and the associated reporting processes.Participate in oversight activities, such as process reviews, and in-depth documentation reviews of Federal-aid programs; advise on problems and deficiencies, prepare reports and analysis, coordinate corrective actions, review, and evaluate practices, and share innovative practices, procedures, and technologies. Participate in assessing State programs for effectiveness and compliance.The
ideal candidate
is an engineer with experience monitoring Federally funded highway programs or delivering highway projects from initial scoping through construction support and maintenance; and experience conveying ideas and concepts to persuade others in meetings, discussions, and in writing.The Washington Division Office is in Olympia at the southern tip of Puget Sound. Olympia is a great place to live, work, and play! It has a vibrant culture, a charming downtown, and a range of outdoor activities. The Olympia area (Thurston County) with a population of 250,000 boasts a low unemployment rate, a strong, well-supported school system, and a mild climate. Washington State is known for its beautiful summer weather, top-notch landscapes, and beautiful coastline. It’s an incredible place to be!Washington Division employees enjoy some of the best office views in the country with Capitol Lake on the west, the Olympic Mountains and the South Puget Sound to the north, and Mt. Rainier to the east. Mt. Rainier, Washington’s highest peak (14,410 feet), is one of a chain of volcanoes in the Cascade Mountains which provides for unmatched hiking, snowshoeing, and mountaineering.Whether you enjoy the great outdoors or urban living, Washington is the ideal place! We sport breathtaking natural beauty and are also close to major metropolitan areas, with Seattle 60 miles to the north and Portland, Oregon just a short two-hour drive south.We enjoy an outstanding working relationship with WSDOT and are continually looking at ways to deliver better transportation more effectively and efficiently. Our office functions as a team and as such we provide a supportive and collaborative work environment.
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