Position: ASSISTANT CONSTRUCTION MANAGER (ENGINEER 1/ENGINEER 2) Overview Build the Infrastructure That Shapes Our Community Are you ready to turn your construction management or engineering knowledge into real-world impact? Join our team where your technical expertise from your first day in the field to managing multi-million-dollar projects gives you a front-row seat to the entire lifecycle of capital improvement projects. Why this role is unique: This isn’t just another construction management or engineering position; it’s a clearly defined career pathway with built-in progression. We invest in your professional growth from day one. Start as an Engineer 1 building foundational construction management experience, then automatically advance to Assistant Construction Manager (Engineer 2) once you earn your PE license—no reapplication required. You’ll work in both office and field environments, gaining hands-on experience that bridges design theory with construction reality. You’ll also develop leadership skills by supervising inspection teams while collaborating with contractors, regulatory agencies, and the public on projects that directly improve quality of life in our community. Already a licensed PE? You’ll start directly as an Assistant Construction Manager (Engineer 2) with full project management responsibilities from day one. Regardless of entry point, you’ll work in both office and field environments, gaining hands-on experience that bridges design theory with construction reality while developing leadership skills by supervising inspection teams and collaborating with contractors, regulatory agencies, and the public on projects that directly improve quality of life in our community. What You Will Do As an Engineer 1, you will learn and develop skills in: • Project Financial Oversight – Assist with construction budget management, contractor payment reviews, and change order negotiations • Quality Assurance – Support oversight of construction projects to ensure compliance with contract plans, specifications, and regulations • Stakeholder Communication – Coordinate with contractors, utility contacts, regulatory agencies, and the general public; assist with Contractor Requests for Information (RFI) • Construction Oversight – Support construction activities and inspection staff, including reviewing daily reports and helping resolve technical and contractual questions • Project Coordination – Assist with project staffing, utility coordination, pre-construction meetings, and weekly progress meetings • Public Engagement – Collaborate with Public Outreach staff to inform the community about construction projects and respond to citizen inquiries • Contract Administration – Support contract compliance activities from project award through closeout • Team Supervision – Assist in supervising project inspection staff under guidance As an Assistant Construction Manager (Engineer 2), you will perform the full scope of: • Project Financial Management – Independently manage construction budgets, review and approve contractor payments, and negotiate change orders • Quality Assurance Leadership – Oversee all quality assurance activities to ensure construction meets contract plans, specifications, and regulatory requirements • Stakeholder Relations – Serve as primary contact for contractors, utility companies, regulatory agencies, and the public; review and respond to all RFIs with professional engineering judgement • Construction Management – Direct construction activities and inspection teams, review daily reports, provide technical guidance, and resolve complex contractual issues • Project Coordination – Lead project staffing decisions, utility coordination efforts, pre-construction meetings, and weekly progress meetings • Public Relations – Partner with Public Outreach staff to communicate project impacts and respond to community questions with technical expertise • Contract Compliance – Ensure complete contract compliance from award to project closeout, applying professional judgment to complex situations • Staff Supervision – Directly supervise and mentor project inspection staff What you bring • Minimum Qualifications for Engineer 1 (ONE of the following): • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction…
See More Details >>• *Build the Infrastructure That Shapes Our Community** Are you ready to turn your construction management or engineering knowledge into real-world impact? Join our team where your technical expertise and from your first day in the field to managing multi-million-dollar projects, you'll have a front-row seat to the entire lifecycle of capital improvement projects. Why This Role Is Unique This isn't just another construction management or engineering position it's a clearly defined career pathway with built-in progression. We invest in your professional growth from day one. Start as an Engineer 1 building foundational construction management experience, then automatically advance to Assistant Construction Manager (Engineer 2) once you earn your PE license no reapplication required. You'll work in both office and field environments, gaining hands-on experience that bridges design theory with construction reality. Plus, you'll develop leadership skills by supervising inspection teams while collaborating with contractors, regulatory agencies, and the public on projects that directly improve quality of life in our community. Already a licensed PE? You'll start directly as an Assistant Construction Manager (Engineer 2) with full project management responsibilities from day one. Regardless of your entry point, you'll work in both office and field environments, gaining hands-on experience that bridges design theory with construction reality while developing leadership skills by supervising inspection teams and collaborating with contractors, regulatory agencies, and the public on projects that directly improve quality of life in our community. • *What You Will Do** • *As an Engineer 1, you will learn and develop skills in:** • **Project Financial Oversight** -- Assist with construction budget management, contractor payment reviews, and change order negotiations • **Quality Assurance** -- Support oversight of construction projects to ensure compliance with contract plans, specifications, and regulations • **Stakeholder Communication** -- Participate in coordination with contractors, utility contacts, regulatory agencies, and the general public; assist with Contractor Requests for Information (RFI) • **Construction Oversight** -- Support construction activities and inspection staff, including reviewing daily reports and helping resolve technical and contractual questions • **Project Coordination** -- Assist with project staffing, utility coordination, pre-construction meetings, and weekly progress meetings • **Public Engagement** -- Collaborate with Public Outreach staff to keep the community informed about construction projects and respond to citizen inquiries • **Contract Administration** -- Support contract compliance activities from project award through closeout • **Team Supervision** -- Assist in supervising project inspection staff under guidance • *As an Assistant Construction Manager (Engineer 2), you will perform the full scope of:** • Project Financial Management** -- Independently manage construction budgets, review and approve contractor payments, and negotiate change orders • Quality Assurance Leadership** -- Oversee all quality assurance activities to ensure construction meets contract plans, specifications, and regulatory requirements • Stakeholder Relations** -- Serve as primary contact for contractors, utility companies, regulatory agencies, and the public; review and respond to all RFIs with professional engineering judgment • Construction Management** -- Direct construction activities and inspection
See More Details >>Job Description UW Facilities manages the University’s buildings, infrastructure and land, with more than 1,100 employees in a variety of fields. Our teams can be organized into six main groups: Asset Management, Operations, Finance & Administration, Real Estate, Campus Energy, Utilities & Operations, and Business Intelligence & Technology. The three major units include Finance & Administration group which includes finance, human resources, labor relations, payroll and training & organizational development, communications, and Campus Stewardship & Capital Budget. The Asset Management group includes Capital Architecture & Planning, Engineering Services, Project Delivery, and Sustainability. The Operations group includes Maintenance & Construction, Regulated Materials, Building Services Department, Transportation Services and Safety. Visit the UW Facilities web page for more information: https://facilities.uw.edu/ . Maintenance & Construction (M&C) is responsible for general maintenance, repair, and renovations of all University of Washington (UW) main campus facilities including building interiors, exteriors, and grounds, as well as logistics, moving, and disposal of surplus equipment and furniture. Under the direction of the supervisor and lead, perform work which includes, but is not limited to, journey-level masonry and plastering work, including bricklaying, plastering, and cement finishing, altering, repairing, and maintaining buildings, facilities, equipment, and grounds. Primary Duties and Responsibilities • Read and interpret blueprints and/or working drawings. • Lay bricks and blocks. • Prepare cement floors, sidewalks, stairs, and curbing; pour concrete floors, walls, and foundations. • Mix and apply glues, cements, and grouts; apply nonskid surfaces such as safety strips. • Operate power hammers and trowels, core drills, jackhammers, and diamond saws to remove concrete and other surfaces for repair and installation of conduit, air lines, etc. • Power wash sidewalks and outdoor stairways. • Estimate materials and time required for completion of jobs and projects. • Operate and maintain a variety of power and hand tools. • Keep leads and supervisors informed of project status and work progress, required project materials and equipment. • Operate machinery such as forklifts, scissor-lifts, and high rangers. • Load and unload materials and supplies. • Operate vehicles such as UW vans and trucks to transport tools, equipment and personnel to various job sites. • May instruct semiskilled workers. • Communicate and coordinate with other UW Facilities shops and other business partners such as EH&S, Engineering Services, Design Services, Capital Planning & Development and UW Information Technology to facilitate work. • Know and comply with occupational health and safety regulations specific to the work and conduct on the job, including Safety Data Sheet (SDS) instructions, Hazard Review Checklists (HRCs) and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required. • Comply with all UW and UW Facilities policies and procedures, M&C protocols, i.e. Individual Accountability Protocols (IAP). • Support all management directives and the vision and values of M&C. • Participate in and follow through with M&C process improvement initiatives, including Balanced Scorecard (BSC), incorporating metrics and Lean principles into internal work processes, and promoting employee engagement in continuous improvements and innovation. • Actively participate in meetings and training as scheduled. • Provide excellent customer service through effective, courteous and professional interactions with clients, colleagues and the campus community. • Other duties as required Core Competencies • Demonstrate personal integrity and trustworthiness. • Manage stressful situations and changing priorities effectively. • Anticipate, recognize and resolve problems. • Be responsible and accountable. • Use organizational skills and provide attention to details. • Maintain a positive, optimistic, and success-oriented attitude. • Exercise professionalism, which includes being tactful and courteous. • Exhibit a professional work ethic. • Continuously promote a safe work environment. Education & Experience Minimum Qualifications • Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as a mason/plasterer, or full journey status as a mason/plasterer in a union; or, four years' applicable work experience. Vocational training may be substituted for work experience on a year-for-year basis. Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration. Desired • Experience repairing and finishing drywall; mixing and applying base coat plaster over lath or other surfaces suitable for plaster; preparing masonry floors for floor coverings; repairing and installing ceramic tile and grout; and repairing and installing vinyl/polymer floor tile, cove base, and wall and floor tile, including materials such as quarry, ceramic, marble, and brick pavers. • Knowledge and practical experience with WISHA (Washington Industrial Safety & Health Act) and OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Act) regulations. • Demonstrated proficiency with standard productivity software including Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent products • Experience in the utilization of craft tools, including wet saws for efficient installation and repair of complex tile jobs. • Experience in the proper and safe application of chemicals and grouts, including epoxy and waterproof membranes. Conditions of employment • May be required to accept variable work shift. • Demonstrated successful ability in taking direction, working well with others and as a member of a team. • Demonstrated excellent effective verbal and written communication skills. • Equivalent education/experience may substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. • Work may require access to confined spaces and heights using approved safety precautions. • Ability to lift and move heavy material may be required. • Approved footwear must be provided at the employee’s expense and worn on the job. • Must be able to be fitted for and wear a respirator on the job. • Must participate in medical screening/monitoring (such as TB screening and proof of measles inoculation) required for work assignments in locations, including but not limited to, nonhuman primate areas, the Animal Research and Care Facility, and the University of Washington Medical Center. • Must be able to work in a non-smoking environment. • Regular and predictable attendance is required. Compensation, Benefits and Position Details Pay Range Minimum: $69,144.00 annual Pay Range Maximum: $91,980.00 annual Other Compensation: • Benefits: For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/ Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Temporary or Regular? This is a regular position FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 100.00% Union/Bargaining Unit: WFSE Skilled Trades About the UW Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. Our Commitment The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 . To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu . Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law .
See More Details >>Entering the masonry trade in Port Orchard, WA typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 masonry workers nationwide, with a significant presence in Washington, and projects a 0% job growth from 2023 to 2033. Apprentices in Port Orchard earn an average of $67,022 annually, with wages ranging from $43,974 to over $85,630 for experienced professionals. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring masons find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
