Work at Blueline

Job Description

The Office Coordinator position is responsible for performing a variety of clerical and administrative support services for a fast-paced, growing civil engineering, land use planning, and landscape architecture firm located in downtown Kirkland, with satellite offices in Mill Creek and Tukwila. The ideal candidate will assist Blueline’s staff company-wide, while multi-tasking on a variety of administrative and professional responsibilities.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to, the following:

ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROJECT SUPPORT

• Provides full administrative support to management and project team as needed.
• Delivers (or picks up) documents and material to client’s place of business or local jurisdictions using the Blueline car or personal vehicle.
• Makes copies, prints, and binds reports and other documents.
• Arranges programs, company events, or conferences by arranging for facilities and caterer, issuing information or invitations, and coordinating speakers.
• Prepares outgoing mail and correspondence, including e-mail and letters.
• Organizes and maintains file system and files correspondence and other records.
• Prepares agenda, notices, minutes, and resolutions for corporate meetings.
• Maintains client/prospect database including updating client addresses.
• Assists Blueline’s engineering, land use planning, landscape architecture, permitting, marketing, and accounting groups in Kirkland and the satellite offices.

ACCOUNTING SUPPORT

• Compiles and sorts documents, such as invoices and checks, substantiating business transactions.
• Monitors accounts receivable to ensure that payments are up to date.
• Assists with monthly billing as needed.

FACILITY SUPPORT

• Maintains high standards of safety and cleanliness in the office to help ensure that it is orderly and welcoming to guests and employees.
• Notifies property management concerning need for repairs or additions to lighting, heating, ventilating equipment and works with vendors.
• Orders and maintains office supplies and arranges for equipment maintenance.

RECEPTION

• Welcomes on-site visitors, determines nature of business, and announces visitors to appropriate personnel.
• Answers incoming telephone calls, determines purpose of callers, and forwards calls to appropriate personnel or department.
• Answers questions about Blueline and provides address, directions, and other information.
• Receives, sorts, and routes incoming mail.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Takes initiative and can achieve desired results with limited direction.
• Has a positive attitude and a willingness to help.
• Communicates effectively at all levels of the organization from leadership to entry level employees, as well as clients and external teaming partners.
• Responds to feedback from management.
• Maintains a high degree of accuracy in all of his/her work and documentation.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Ability to learn and retain new information quickly.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); one to three years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Project.
• Ability to operate basic office equipment such as telephones, computers, fax, and copy machines.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES

Valid driver’s license and good driving record is required to use the Blueline car.

ANALYTICAL SKILLS

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

LANGUAGE ABILITY

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Job Description

Blueline Project Managers accomplish client’s project goals, objectives, and expectations and serve as the primary liaison between the Client and Blueline. They also plan, direct, and coordinate activities of a designated project to ensure goals and objectives of the project are accomplished within the prescribed schedule and budget parameters.

The Transportation Project Manager is expected to expand Blueline’s Public Works transportation experience to help meet Blueline’s Strategic Plan goals. They will work with Blueline’s Engineering and Marketing staff to target and pursue projects that meet the company’s long term objectives. Ideal candidate would also have experience managing federally funded projects, assisting with grant writing and/or administration, and have extensive experience working with agencies in the Puget Sound area.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to, the following:

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

• Prepare and negotiate project schedules, proposals, contracts, and ASAs. Review project proposals to determine time frame, project budgets, and sub-tasks within the projects.
• Determine project’s critical path and effectively orchestrate project team (internally and externally) to meet project deadlines and budget.
• Plan workload daily, weekly, and monthly, and modify schedules or commitments as required according to Clients’ and other Blueline Project Managers’ deadlines/timeframes.
• Expedite permitting and entitlement process within established timeframes internally with project team and externally by negotiating solutions with jurisdictional staff.
• Confer with project staff to discuss scope, outline work plan, and assign duties and responsibilities.
• Establish and maintain relationships with outside sub-consultants, and coordinate and direct their work as applicable.
• Prepare project reports for management, clients, or others, including preparing monthly billing and invoicing of projects, quickly, efficiently, and proactively providing a detailed summary of monthly project holds and write-offs.

ENGINEERING

• Responsible for design accuracy and effectiveness. This includes the Project Manager’s own designs and any design overseen as a Project Manager. Design elements may include: roadways and ADA; grading; erosion control, and utilities including storm drainage (including vaults and storage ponds), sanitary sewers, water systems; and other associated improvements.
• Research and follow jurisdictional requirements unique to each project.
• Create rough sketches, drawings, redlines, and other specifications for design and drafting staff.
• Perform complex mathematical calculations using extensive knowledge of calculus, trigonometry, and geometry.
• Present project details at meetings and public hearings.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

• Be considered a trusted advisor to Blueline clients.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, public agencies, design team members, and the community.
• Evaluate and maintain relationships with existing good clients, tactfully separate from existing bad clients.
• Have a clear understanding of all services, disciplines, and roles of the company and our sub-consultants, and accurately convey what the Blueline team has to offer to current and prospective clients.
• Regularly act as an ambassador and recognize opportunities to market the company.
• Work with Blueline’s marketing staff and assist in executing marketing strategies and objectives.
• Travel to and participate in trade shows or industry events when necessary.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Lead, plan, assign, and direct work to Blueline project teams, which may include Project Engineers, EITs, Designers, Drafters, Landscape Architects, Planners, and Administrative staff. Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring, and training employees, and reviewing their performance.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strong project management skills.
• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Strong mathematical and problem-solving skills.
  Strong research and report writing skills.
• Thorough understanding of land development industry and Blueline’s role in it.
• Ability to interact positively and professionally with other employees, clients and industry professionals.
• Maintains a high degree of accuracy in all his/her work.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from a four-year college or university plus 5 to 10 years’ related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, is preferred.
• Experience in the local AEC industry is preferred.
• Experience with managing client relationships.

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Project.
• Working knowledge of Autodesk Civil3d and the ability to learn new software.
• Ability to operate basic office equipment such as telephones, computers, fax, and copy machines.

CERTIFICATE AND LICENSES

Licensed professional engineer registered in the state of Washington is preferred.

ANALYTICAL SKILLS

Define problems, collect and establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with abstract and concrete variables. Distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information to make logical decisions. Provide solutions to individual and company problems.

LANGUAGE ABILITY

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operational instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of clients or employees and present information to Blueline’s leadership group.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability, statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Job Description

The Project Engineer designs, directs, and coordinates activities of a design team on designated civil engineering projects. The Project Engineer also ensures goals and objectives of projects are accomplished within prescribed parameters.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to, the following:

ENGINEERING

• Accurately and efficiently prepare and review plans and project documents. Design elements may include: lot and site layouts; roadways; grading; erosion control; storm drainage utilities (conveyance, vaults, and storage ponds); sanitary sewers; water systems; and other associated improvements.
• Research and follow jurisdictional requirements unique to each project.
• Evaluate engineering alternatives and resolve technical issues.
• Make independent assessments of engineering problems and recommend solutions to design team.
• Create rough sketches, drawings, redlines, and other specifications for design and drafting staff to follow.
• Perform high level mathematical calculations related to our civil engineering consulting industry. Apply technical accuracy, standard engineering practices, and inclusion of appropriate documentation to all projects.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute work in a timely, accurate, and cost-effective manner per Blueline standards.
• Coordinate with reviewing agencies, subconsultants, and clients.
• Coordinate project status and weekly scheduling with Project Manager.
• Assist Project Manager with project proposals, scopes, and budgets.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

• Build and maintain relationships with clients and community, progressing towards becoming a trusted advisor to Blueline clients.
• Have a clear understanding of the land development industry, including all services, disciplines, and roles of the company and our sub-consultants.
• Accurately convey what Blueline has to offer to current and prospective clients.
• Regularly act as an ambassador and recognize opportunities to market the company.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Assist Project Manager with leading Blueline’s team (which may include Project Engineers, EITs, Designers, Drafters, Landscape Architects, Planners, and Administrative staff) through the design process.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strong mathematical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Strong research and report writing skills.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Ability to interact positively and professionally with other employees, as well as clients and industry professionals.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy in all his/her work.
• Ability to learn and retain new information quickly.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from a four-year college or university and a minimum of 4 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, is required.
• Experience in the local AEC Industry is preferred.

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Project.
• Working knowledge of Autodesk Civil3d and the ability to learn new software.
• Working knowledge of hydrologic modeling software such as KCRTS, WWHM3, or WWHM2012; MGSFlood; and StormShed to analyze and size stormwater facilities and pipe systems.
• Ability to operate basic office equipment such as telephones, computers, fax, and copy machines.

CERTIFICATE AND LICENSES

Licensed Professional Engineer registered in the State of Washington is required.

ANALYTICAL SKILLS

Define problems, collect and establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagrammatic form and deal with abstract and concrete variables. Distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information to make logical decisions. Provide solutions to individual and company problems.

LANGUAGE ABILITY

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operational instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of clients or employees and present information to Blueline’s leadership group.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to understand three-dimensional concepts and statistical data in practice. Ability to apply general algebra theories to create practical design solutions.

Job Description

The Project Landscape Architect designs and plans development of land areas for projects such as parks and other recreational facilities and amenity areas. Our primary markets are senior housing, urban mixed-use, assisted living and memory care, public parks, hospitality, commercial/industrial, and transportation enhancement.

This position is part of the LA Studio at Blueline and will be based in our office located just south of Seattle in Tukwila, WA. The office is conveniently served by both the Sounder train and Light Rail system.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Prepares concept design and associated graphics.
• Coordinates with architects, engineers, clients, and permitting officials.
• Prepares high quality construction documents and is involved in the construction observation process.
• Participates in the design, documentation, and presentation of streetscapes, play areas, courtyards and plazas, roof decks, specialty gardens, hardscape solutions, landscape structures, water features, signage and wayfinding, art elements, site lighting, and planting design.
• Conducts site visits to analyze the site during the planning stage to verify design can be incorporated into the landscape.
• Prepares site designs, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Prepares graphic representations of proposed plans using computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) software.
• Selects appropriate materials for use in landscape designs.
• May prepare separate detailed site plan, grading and drainage plan, lighting plan, tree retention plan, paving plan, irrigation plan, planting plan, and drawings and details of landscape structures.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Takes initiative and can achieve desired results with limited direction.
• Communicates effectively at all levels of the organization from leadership to entry level employees, as well as with clients and external teaming partners.
• Possesses strong writing and editing skills.
• Communicates confidently and responds to feedback.
• Maintains a high degree of accuracy in all work and documentation.
• Maintains excellent organization and time management skills.
• Learns and retains new information quickly.
• Prepares organized and quality construction documents.
• Understands and can implement sustainable site elements.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Landscape Architecture
• Professional registration as a Landscape Architect
• Experience working in a private Landscape Architecture office

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Advanced AutoCAD production and drafting skills
• Experience with Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
• Design and presentation graphics skills with advanced Sketchup, Rhino and/or Lumion experience a plus

LANGUAGE ABILITY

Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, memos, and jurisdictional regulations and codes. Ability to write correspondence, applications, memos, documents for easement recording, bonding, and final recording, and records requests. Ability to effectively report project status information to Project Managers, Project Engineers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Ability to respond to inquiries from management, employees, and clients.

Job Description

The Blueline Group is actively searching for a qualified Construction Inspector. He/she will be responsible for working with the Project Manager, local agencies/owners and contractors to ensure municipal construction projects are built according the approved plans and specifications, as well as the governing jurisdiction’s standards.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Inspect all aspects of municipal utility, road, and sidewalk projects.
• Document the work performed by the Contractor through daily inspection reports.
• Document the work performed by the Contractor through project photographs.
• Keep an accurate log of contract days used and remaining throughout the project.
• Verify quantities of work performed daily and provide weekly quantity reports to the Owner.
• Maintain accurate records of personnel, equipment, and material used on force account activities.
• Review change order requests.
• Verify materials delivered to the jobsite match the approved submittals.
• Walk the project ahead of the Contractor’s work schedule to identify potential unforeseen conflicts.
• Advise the Contractor of insufficient traffic control measures, or unsafe work conditions.
• Coordinate scheduling of soils, asphalt, and concrete testing as required.
• Coordinate with the local residents regarding impacts of construction.
• Maintain accurate as-built record drawings for the project.
• Advise the Owner of the work of progress and field issues as they arise.
• Work with the Contractor to provide updated schedules to the Owner as needed.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strong mathematical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Excellent organization and time management skills leading to timely documentation and submittals.
• Ability to interact positively and professionally with other employees, clients, industry professionals, and residents/business owners impacted by construction.
• Ability to make judgment calls while performing inspection duties with the least possible interruption to the Contractor/work progress.
• Ability to read scaled construction plans.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy in all his/her work.
• Ability to work hours dictated by the Contractor’s schedule on short notice.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Ability to learn and retain new information quickly.
• Strong research and report writing skills.
• Dependability and thoroughness.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management from a four-year college or university, required.
• 1-4 years of experience in Civil Engineering or Construction Management in the Puget Sound area, preferred.

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Project.
• Working knowledge of Autodesk Civil3D and the ability to learn new software.
• Ability to operate basic office equipment such as telephones, tablets, computers, fax, and copy machines.

CERTIFICATE AND LICENSES

Board of Engineer’s Engineering-in-Training certification, preferred.

ANALYTICAL SKILLS

Define problems, collect and establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagrammatic form and deal with abstract and concrete variables. Distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information to make logical decisions. Provide solutions to individual and company problems.

LANGUAGE ABILITY

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operational instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of clients or employees and present information to Blueline’s leadership group.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to understand three-dimensional concepts and statistical data in practice. Ability to apply general algebra theories to create practical design solutions.

Job Description

The Civil 3D CAD Designer is responsible for working with the Project Manager, Professional Engineers, and Drafters on private residential/commercial development projects and public municipal projects.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

This position essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Coordinate with review agencies, subconsultants, and clients.
• Prepare and manage engineering plans and project documents.
• Evaluate engineering alternatives and resolve technical issues.
• Make independent assessments of engineering problems and recommend solutions to engineering discipline leads.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute work in a safe, timely, cost effective and compliant manner.
• Research and follow jurisdictional requirements unique to each project.
• Review and draft rough sketches, drawings, redlines, etc. as provided by the Project Engineer and/or Designer.
• Determine scale and perform mathematical calculations that require knowledge of geometry, algebra, trigonometry, fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions.
• Follow Blueline design and CAD standards.
• Create, edit, and label alignments, Civil 3D parcels, and corridors.
• Create, use, and edit Civil 3D labels.
• Create feature lines and surfaces.
• Manage, data reference, label and interact with a Civil 3D surface.
• Perform roadway design, including creating corridors, subassemblies, road FG, contour grading, and surface cleanup/manipulation through Tin/points.
• Use Civil 3D to design plan and profiles of utilities, including using and creating pipe networks, editing and changing parts and styles, catch basin sizing/spacing and minimum cover, manhole sizing/spacing and minimum cover, hydrant spacing, and creating waterlines in profile with deflection and exaggeration, per jurisdictional requirements.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strong mathematical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to visualize 3-dimensionally when given a 2-dimensional sketch.
• Thorough understanding of land development industry and the role of Civil Engineering in it.
• Ability to interact positively and professionally with other employees, as well as clients and industry professionals.
• Maintains a high degree of accuracy in all his/her work.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Ability to learn and retain new information quickly.
• Dependability and thoroughness.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• 4 or more years in an engineering designer role.
• Past project experience is required in the following area: subdivisions, mixed-use and commercial land development projects.

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Proficiency using Autodesk Civil 3D 2012 or better.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office 2010.

ANALYTICAL SKILLS

Strong analytical skills with the ability to convert data analysis to enable users to understand data and make informed decisions. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

LANGUAGE ABILITY

Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to write correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small-group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Job Description

The Permit Technician works with the Planning Manager, Project Managers, Professional Engineers, Planners, Landscape Architects, Designers, and Drafters on private residential/commercial development projects and public municipal projects.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The essential duties and responsibilities for this position may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Prepare applications, checklists, public notices, and legal ads.
• Prepare supplementary permits and applications, including but not limited to, Water and Sewer Availability Certificates, and FPA.
• Prepare documents for easement recording, bonding, and final recording.
• Assist with updating permit tracking program for project status reporting.
• Assist Planning Manager, Planners, Project Managers, Engineers, Engineering Designers, and Drafters with code research.
• Assist Permit Coordinator, Engineers, Engineering Designers, and Drafters with coordination of engineering plan standards and submittal requirements.
• Prepare records requests from various jurisdictions and utility providers.
• Provide general project and administrative support, including reproduction and assembly of reports, creation of transmittals, and packaging submittal items.
• Provide document management assistance including scanning, downloading, filing, and archiving of documents.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Takes initiative and can achieve desired results with limited direction.
• Communicates effectively at all levels of the organization from leadership to entry level employees, as well as clients and external teaming partners.
• Possesses strong writing and editing skills.
• Communicates confidently and responds to feedback.
• Maintains a high degree of accuracy in all his/her work and documentation.
• Maintains excellent organization and time management skills.
• Can learn and retain new information quickly.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of 2 years of experience working in the field of permitting and/or project and general administration support.
• Experience with code research, and preparation of checklists, public notices, and legal ads.
• Experience with preparation of permitting documents.
• Experience in the local architectural, engineering and construction industry is preferred.

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Project.
• Experience with permit tracking software and mybuildingpermit.com is preferred.
• Ability to operate basic office equipment such as telephones, computers, fax, and copy machines.
• Experience with Adobe Acrobat Standard or Professional (creating/editing PDF files).

LANGUAGE ABILITY

Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, memos, and jurisdictional regulations and codes. Ability to write correspondence, applications, memos, documents for easement recording, bonding, and final recording, and records requests. Ability to effectively report project status information to Planning Manager, Project Managers, Planners, Project Engineers, Landscape Architects, clients, and other employees of the organization. Ability to respond to inquiries from management, employees, and clients.