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Position Description
Join us in shaping Seattle’s streets!
At the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT), we don’t just move people—we connect communities, build safer streets, and create a more sustainable city.
With a bold vision for the future, we’re tackling big challenges: making travel safer, cutting carbon emissions, and ensuring reliable, affordable transportation for everyone—no matter who they are or where they live.
Seattle is growing fast, and we’re growing with it. Thanks to a historic voter-approved $1.55 billion investment in transportation in 2024, we’re building sidewalks, fixing bridges, and improving transit connections to keep our city moving.
We’re a team of problem solvers, planners, engineers, communicators, and field crews—bringing purpose-driven work to life. Now, we need passionate, innovative talent like you. Let’s build a Seattle that works for everyone—together!
In November of 2016, central Puget Sound region voters approved Sound Transit's ST3 program-currently one of the largest transit expansion programs in the United States. Within Seattle, ST3 includes the West Seattle Link Extension (WSLE) and Ballard Link Extension (BLE) projects that will design and construct 12 new or expanded stations and nearly 12 miles of light rail connecting neighborhoods of West Seattle, South Lake Union, and Ballard to downtown Seattle and the regional transit system, as well as key infill stations along existing light rail lines such as the South Graham Street infill station. While Sound Transit is the regional agency responsible for funding, design, and delivering these capital investments, SDOT carries out essential City functions to plan and permit ST3 projects built within the city, particularly within City owned right-of-way and properties.
The ST3 Project will be one of the largest projects permitted through SDOT Street Use Division and the City of Seattle. The ST3 Street Improvement Permit (SIP) Supervisor manages a team of up to four SIP Project Managers and oversees the delivery of the large scale ST3 West Seattle and Ballard Link Extension guideway, utility and station permits. The ST3 permitting will involve complex design coordination of utilities, ROW improvements, elevated and at grade guideway, tunnel structures, and involve extensive subject matter experience of city standards, rules and regulations. The ST3 SIP Permitting Supervisor will be responsible for timely escalation of issues, tracking of various permits and their interdependencies with other departments, mentor the PMs, timely resolve any staff and programmatic issues.Job Responsibilities
- Supervise and manage workload of the SIP PMs by prioritizing tasks, delegating work, setting clear goals and expectations, tracking progress of permit reviews and timely communicating permit delays to upper management.
- Develop streamlined permit strategies as necessary for continuous process improvements and keep up to date all standard operating procedures (job aids, business processes, software updates etc.)
- Serve as a key advisor to the City’s ST 3 team including directors and elected officials as needed
- Coordinate with various city secondary reviewers’ supervisors and resolve permit issues in a timely manner.
- Work closely with Sound Transit #3 permitting team and track the schedule of upcoming permits, schedules delays, and construction issues.
- Actively work with other SDOT OWPCST teams for pre-permitting coordination
- Perform hiring of new SIP Project Managers and manage onboarding and mentorship.
- Prepare presentations of ongoing design issues of WSLE and BLE permits, cost saving measures and present at the SDOT leadership and executive meetings.
- Ensure permit checklists and other permit documents are up to date and meet current city code and regulations.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology;
Experience:
- Six (6) years of professional civil engineering experience, including two (2) years of supervisory experience
OR: An equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the position duties.
License, Certification:
- Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Washington
- Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.
OR: An equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the position duties.
Though not requirements, strong candidates will have some of the following experience or are able to describe comparable experience:
- Experience working on complex and large-scale public, private development and capital projects ranging from utilities, transportation infrastructure development, transit improvements such as BRT (Bus Rapid Transit), Light Rail Extensions.
- Thorough design knowledge of engineering principles, practices and regulations.
- Experience in regulatory or permitting activities in a complex governmental and urban environment.
- Proficient in reading construction plans, interpreting and articulating applicable codes, ordinances, and rules and regulations to internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to develop work plans and workload forecasting for review staff.
- Demonstrated meeting management skills including the ability to negotiate, mediate, and facilitate complex issues to a satisfactory conclusion within a dynamic atmosphere.
- Experience with Microsoft Office tools, Accela, and BlueBeam Revu.
- Ability to work successfully with, value and manage, individuals and groups at all levels of the organization with diverse views, background, and interests.
Work Environment / Physical Demands:
- Work is typically performed in a hybrid work environment in which a minimum of 3 days of work is completed in a City office, and 2 days of work is completed remotely in a regular 40-hour work week.
- Field assignments entail exposure to all types of weather, traffic, hazardous/toxic substances and work in or near construction sites. May be required to stand, walk, or bend for extended periods of time. May be required to work nights, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Overnight travel may be required.
Additional Information
Your application will not be reviewed if these items are missing or incomplete.
Hiring Process
Applications are reviewed after the posting closes. Qualified candidates must submit the following to be considered:
- Completed NEOGOV online application.
- Cover letter describing how your skills and experience align with the stated job responsibilities and qualifications.
- Current résumé indicating relevant experience and education.
- Supplemental questionnaire responses.
Offers of employment are contingent on verification of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process, including professional work and education verifications, pre-placement physical exam, and full driver's abstract.
This hiring process involves a background check of conviction and arrest records in compliance with Seattle's Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17. Applicants will be provided with an opportunity to explain or correct background information.
Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
The full salary range for this position is $81.17 - $94.12 per hour.
For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Adam Sallean and adam.sallean@seattle.gov
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.
More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits
Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The Department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+ people, people with disabilities, veterans and those with diverse life experiences.
Accommodations for people with disabilities are provided upon request.
The City is a Drug Free Workplace.
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.
Position Description
Join us in shaping Seattle’s streets!
At the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT), we don’t just move people—we connect communities, build safer streets, and create a more sustainable city.
With a bold vision for the future, we’re tackling big challenges: making travel safer, cutting carbon emissions, and ensuring reliable, affordable transportation for everyone—no matter who they are or where they live.
Seattle is growing fast, and we’re growing with it. Thanks to a historic voter-approved $1.55 billion investment in transportation in 2024, we’re building sidewalks, fixing bridges, and improving transit connections to keep our city moving.
We’re a team of problem solvers, planners, engineers, communicators, and field crews—bringing purpose-driven work to life. Now, we need passionate, innovative talent like you. Let’s build a Seattle that works for everyone—together!
In November of 2016, central Puget Sound region voters approved Sound Transit's ST3 program-currently one of the largest transit expansion programs in the United States. Within Seattle, ST3 includes the West Seattle Link Extension (WSLE) and Ballard Link Extension (BLE) projects that will design and construct 12 new or expanded stations and nearly 12 miles of light rail connecting neighborhoods of West Seattle, South Lake Union, and Ballard to downtown Seattle and the regional transit system, as well as key infill stations along existing light rail lines such as the South Graham Street infill station. While Sound Transit is the regional agency responsible for funding, design, and delivering these capital investments, SDOT carries out essential City functions to plan and permit ST3 projects built within the city, particularly within City owned right-of-way and properties.
The ST3 Project will be one of the largest projects permitted through SDOT Street Use Division and the City of Seattle. The ST3 Street Improvement Permit (SIP) Supervisor manages a team of up to four SIP Project Managers and oversees the delivery of the large scale ST3 West Seattle and Ballard Link Extension guideway, utility and station permits. The ST3 permitting will involve complex design coordination of utilities, ROW improvements, elevated and at grade guideway, tunnel structures, and involve extensive subject matter experience of city standards, rules and regulations. The ST3 SIP Permitting Supervisor will be responsible for timely escalation of issues, tracking of various permits and their interdependencies with other departments, mentor the PMs, timely resolve any staff and programmatic issues.Job Responsibilities
- Supervise and manage workload of the SIP PMs by prioritizing tasks, delegating work, setting clear goals and expectations, tracking progress of permit reviews and timely communicating permit delays to upper management.
- Develop streamlined permit strategies as necessary for continuous process improvements and keep up to date all standard operating procedures (job aids, business processes, software updates etc.)
- Serve as a key advisor to the City’s ST 3 team including directors and elected officials as needed
- Coordinate with various city secondary reviewers’ supervisors and resolve permit issues in a timely manner.
- Work closely with Sound Transit #3 permitting team and track the schedule of upcoming permits, schedules delays, and construction issues.
- Actively work with other SDOT OWPCST teams for pre-permitting coordination
- Perform hiring of new SIP Project Managers and manage onboarding and mentorship.
- Prepare presentations of ongoing design issues of WSLE and BLE permits, cost saving measures and present at the SDOT leadership and executive meetings.
- Ensure permit checklists and other permit documents are up to date and meet current city code and regulations.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology;
Experience:
- Six (6) years of professional civil engineering experience, including two (2) years of supervisory experience
OR: An equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the position duties.
License, Certification:
- Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Washington
- Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.
OR: An equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the position duties.
Though not requirements, strong candidates will have some of the following experience or are able to describe comparable experience:
- Experience working on complex and large-scale public, private development and capital projects ranging from utilities, transportation infrastructure development, transit improvements such as BRT (Bus Rapid Transit), Light Rail Extensions.
- Thorough design knowledge of engineering principles, practices and regulations.
- Experience in regulatory or permitting activities in a complex governmental and urban environment.
- Proficient in reading construction plans, interpreting and articulating applicable codes, ordinances, and rules and regulations to internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to develop work plans and workload forecasting for review staff.
- Demonstrated meeting management skills including the ability to negotiate, mediate, and facilitate complex issues to a satisfactory conclusion within a dynamic atmosphere.
- Experience with Microsoft Office tools, Accela, and BlueBeam Revu.
- Ability to work successfully with, value and manage, individuals and groups at all levels of the organization with diverse views, background, and interests.
Work Environment / Physical Demands:
- Work is typically performed in a hybrid work environment in which a minimum of 3 days of work is completed in a City office, and 2 days of work is completed remotely in a regular 40-hour work week.
- Field assignments entail exposure to all types of weather, traffic, hazardous/toxic substances and work in or near construction sites. May be required to stand, walk, or bend for extended periods of time. May be required to work nights, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Overnight travel may be required.
Additional Information
Your application will not be reviewed if these items are missing or incomplete.
Hiring Process
Applications are reviewed after the posting closes. Qualified candidates must submit the following to be considered:
- Completed NEOGOV online application.
- Cover letter describing how your skills and experience align with the stated job responsibilities and qualifications.
- Current résumé indicating relevant experience and education.
- Supplemental questionnaire responses.
Offers of employment are contingent on verification of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process, including professional work and education verifications, pre-placement physical exam, and full driver's abstract.
This hiring process involves a background check of conviction and arrest records in compliance with Seattle's Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17. Applicants will be provided with an opportunity to explain or correct background information.
Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
The full salary range for this position is $81.17 - $94.12 per hour.
For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Adam Sallean and adam.sallean@seattle.gov
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.
More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits
Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The Department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+ people, people with disabilities, veterans and those with diverse life experiences.
Accommodations for people with disabilities are provided upon request.
The City is a Drug Free Workplace.
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.
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Who's Hiring
- Jacobs69
- Olsson65
- Kimley-Horn65
- AECOM62
- Langan Engineering and Environmental Services62
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services92
- Construction & Real Estate29
- Food & Beverage23
- Technology & Software10
- Renewable Energy3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in associate civil engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related field from an accredited program
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification obtained or actively pursuing after graduation
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or MicroStation for design and drafting tasks
- Familiarity with local, state, and federal permitting processes and regulatory submissions
- Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software such as HEC-RAS or EPA SWMM
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for client reports and agency correspondence
Tips for Your Associate Civil Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to project phases
Hiring managers for associate civil engineer roles want to see which project phases you've touched. List design, permitting, construction oversight, and closeout separately so reviewers can quickly match your experience to what their team needs.
Highlight your EIT or PE status clearly
Put your Engineer-in-Training credential or PE licensure status at the top of your resume, right after your contact info. Many job postings filter candidates on this before anything else, and burying it mid-page costs you interviews.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists associate civil engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Match your software skills to the posting
Civil engineering teams vary widely between AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and HEC-RAS. Read each job description carefully and name the specific tools you've used in your resume, using the same terminology the employer uses.
Prepare a project example for every interview
Interviewers for associate-level roles almost always ask you to walk through a real project. Have one example ready that covers your specific contribution, a technical challenge you resolved, and the outcome, without overstating your role on a team.
Negotiate start date alongside salary
Many associate civil engineers overlook start date as a negotiating point. If you need time to complete a licensure exam or finish a current project, ask early. Firms that want you will often accommodate a later start rather than lose a good candidate.
Associate Civil Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most associate civil engineers?
Jacobs, Olsson, and Kimley-Horn are hiring the most associate civil engineers right now, with openings concentrated in California, Texas, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Infrastructure investment and municipal growth projects are driving the bulk of current demand.
How many associate civil engineer jobs are remote?
About 56% of associate civil engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most civil engineering work. Sub-disciplines involving plan review, feasibility studies, or report writing tend to offer the most flexibility, while site-dependent roles in construction management or inspection remain largely on-site.
How do you become an associate civil engineer?
You become an associate civil engineer by earning a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program and passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to obtain your EIT credential. From there, most employers expect you to build toward your Professional Engineer license by logging supervised work experience and eventually passing the PE exam.
How do you get hired as an associate civil engineer with little experience?
Focus your applications on firms that explicitly hire recent graduates and structure mentorship into the role, since many mid-size consulting practices and public agencies build training into their staffing model. Internship experience, a completed EIT credential, and a portfolio showing even one capstone or co-op project all sharpen your candidacy considerably at the entry level.
What does the associate civil engineer interview process look like?
Most associate civil engineer interview processes begin with a recruiter phone screen, followed by a technical interview where you walk through a past project and answer design or calculation questions relevant to the firm's specialty. Final rounds often include a conversation with a senior engineer or project manager assessing how you'd operate in a client-facing or field environment.
Where can I find and apply to associate civil engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to associate civil engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that fit your credentials and location, then apply directly to each one that matches.
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