Resident Engineer II
There are two (2) positions available for this posting. Interviews may be conducted while the position continues to accept applications. Purpose: The Resident Engineer II serves as the owner representative, independently managing multiple straightforward major construction projects or one moderately complex project at the Port of Seattle.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Working technical knowledge of a variety of construction operations, methods, materials, costs and equipment. Working knowledge of project construction management and inspection practices, procedures, and techniques. Working knowledge of project management and procedures including cost estimating and managing project budgets and schedules. Working knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory agencies and related regulations, guidelines and procedures as they related to Port major Construction projects.
Well-developed communication skills both written and verbal including negotiation and presentation skills. Advanced research and analysis skills. Demonstrated effective leadership skills to effectively influence people with or without direct authority. Dedicated to meeting all feasible customer expectations and requirements. Skilled at being innovative to meet the needs of the organization and changing priorities.
Ability to quickly analyze issues from more than one perspective. Evaluate risk related to each perspective. Develop solutions based upon risk. Be prepared to reevaluate on a continual basis as situation develops. Ability to manage multiple straightforward construction projects simultaneously. Ability to identify potential construction issues at the design level and facilitate discussions with appropriate. Engineering and Project Management staff to recommend, determine and implement resolution. Ability to address and resolve ethically questionable situations. Ability to maintain effective relationships with internal Port customers and stake holders as well as local, state and federal agencies.
Qualifications:
Combination of education and experience demonstrative knowledge, skills and abilities equivalent to:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Structural), Architecture, Construction Management or related field; and
Five (5) to eight (8) years of experience in construction project management, contract management, inspection, cost estimating, and/or scheduling.
Or;
Three (3) to five (5) years as a Port Resident Engineer I or five (5) to six (6) years as a Port Construction Inspector II or III and demonstrated ability to successfully perform at the Resident Engineer II level for both referenced positions.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in a formal lead or supervisory role providing leadership and coaching to others;
Professional certification, to include: Professional Engineer (PE) license, Registered Architect (RA), and/or Certified Construction Manager (CCM); and/or
Advance Microsoft Project and Primavera scheduling experience.
Compensation Disclaimer
The hiring range is between the minimum and midpoint of the compensation range and is based on the knowledge, skill, and experience of the successful candidate.
Work Environment
Will work indoors in an office environment and outdoors in all types of weather conditions. Will be required to work during emergencies, at heights, in confined spaces and in areas with and around hazardous materials. Will need to drive between project and office locations.