QV Inspection Engineer

Salary: $84,520 - 113,639 per year Requirements:

• We need demonstrated civil engineering knowledge and the ability to apply it to transportation projects, including recommending sound technical solutions.
• We need experience working on design-build construction inspection and quality management, with the ability to interpret complex plans, specifications, provisions, and standards.
• We need proven leadership ability, including coaching, mentoring, evaluating staff performance, identifying training needs, and resolving personnel concerns.
• We need strong skill in reviewing and analyzing contract plans, specifications, and cost estimates in line with project requirements and engineering standards.
• We need effective written and verbal communication skills for explaining technical information to engineers, contractors, the public, and other stakeholders.
• We need strong analytical and problem-solving ability, sound judgment, and close attention to detail.
• We need the ability to work collaboratively with project offices, support teams, and other stakeholders to deliver coordinated results.
• We need proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office tools such as SharePoint, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• We need a growth mindset and a service-focused approach.
• We need a valid drivers license and the ability to operate state-owned vehicles.
• We need the physical ability to lift and move materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• We need the ability to work in confined spaces, at heights of 50 feet or more, over water, and while using fall protection, life jackets, or boat travel.
• We need the ability to move across rough, steep, and uneven terrain and climb ladders while using fall protection.
• We need the flexibility to adjust work hours to meet operational needs, including night and weekend call-outs.
• We need the ability to obtain WSDOT Construction Inspector Certification Program certification within 12 months of hire.
• We prefer familiarity with transportation agency manuals, standards, specifications, and internal systems used in design, construction, or contract administration.

• We perform quality verification and oversight for design-build construction activities.
• We plan, schedule, direct, and monitor state and consultant oversight work.
• We prepare quality verification audits.
• We help develop and process change orders.
• We review monthly progress payment invoices to confirm the percentage of work completed for various schedule items.
• We drive a WSDOT vehicle to and from project sites.
• We transport materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• We supervise assigned field construction staff responsible for quality verification oversight and field inspection duties.
• We assign, review, and adjust staff work and schedules to maintain coverage and respond to changing workloads.
• We provide leadership through coaching, mentoring, support, and direct assistance to assigned staff.
• We review preliminary design and construction submittals and provide technical comments.
• We monitor compliance with design-build requirements and participate in project task force meetings related to utilities, staging, quality, scheduling, and other project matters.

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We are the Washington State Department of Transportation, a multimodal agency known for excellence. Our team plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods across the state. We maintain more than 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, lead an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, manage the worlds longest floating bridge, and operate the nations largest ferry system. This is a full-time, permanent Transportation Engineer 3 opportunity based in SeaTac, WA, with flexible hybrid remote work options. We offer a competitive salary, paid leave, tuition assistance, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare and retirement options, along with strong support for work-life balance and professional growth.

last updated 36 week of 2026