Construction Area Engineer

State of Indiana

Lawrenceburg (IN)

On-site

USD 76,518 - 93,522

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options
Deferred compensation with employer match
Paid vacation and sick leave
Education Reimbursement Program

Job summary

A government agency is seeking a Construction Area Engineer in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. This role involves managing construction contracts, guiding engineering decisions, and ensuring project compliance. The ideal candidate holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering and has experience in leadership roles. This position offers an annual salary starting at $85,020 with extensive benefits including health plans and pension options.

Qualifications

  • Two years of experience as a project leader or in engineering research.
  • Broad knowledge of civil/transportation disciplines.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a liaison for agency divisions regarding traffic maintenance.
  • Direct and supervise support engineers and project managers.
  • Conduct field inspections to ensure compliance with specifications.

Skills

Civil Engineering
Traffic Operations Analysis
Project Leadership

Education

B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering
Registered Professional Engineer in Indiana

Tools

CAD
Spreadsheets
Databases

Job description

Overview

The Construction Division at INDOT is primarily responsible for managing and executing the agency's multimillion-dollar contracts for preventive maintenance and new construction of INDOT's facilities (i.e., roadways, bridges, culverts, and traffic signals). Our mission-driven, service-led team accomplishes this by overseeing all phases of the construction contract and progress to ensure contractors deliver a quality product that conforms to plans and specifications.

Indiana has recently been ranked #1 in the infrastructure category of CNBC's "Top States for Business" report and offers opportunities for advancement in construction as well as other departments related to infrastructure.

Role Overview

This position's primary focus will be in the Batesville area and will have daily access to a State Vehicle for any operational business travel that is required.

Responsibilities

The Construction Area Engineer will serve as a liaison and subject matter expert to divisions of the agency for MOT, maintenance of traffic, and constructability. Additionally, you will direct and supervise Support Engineers, Project Engineers, Construction Managers, and Project Supervisors, and will assign them to projects. You will guide the process of all change orders, have approval authority at appropriate levels, and make recommendations. Responsibilities include providing engineering direction on all projects assigned, including decisions on non-routine matters, and providing input in preliminary and final field checks. Additionally, you will conduct field inspections of projects to ensure compliance with plans, policies, special provisions, and specifications through the completion of the final construction record.

By joining INDOT as a Construction Area Engineer, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing Indiana’s infrastructure and making a tangible impact on the community. This role offers a platform for professional growth, continuous learning, and the opportunity to be at the forefront of innovative engineering solutions in one of the nation’s leading states for infrastructure development. Be a part of something bigger—apply today and help shape the future of Indiana’s transportation network!

Location

This position is located within INDOT's Southeastern District and can be based in the following areas: Lawrenceburg (Cincinnati, Ohio), Seymour, Bloomington, Columbus, Batesville, Greensburg, and Jeffersonville (Louisville, Kentucky).

Salary

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $85,020.00, but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

A Day in the Life
  • Develop engineering policies and plans for projects concerned with unique or controversial problems that have a significant impact on major organizational programs.
  • Provide budgetary information, research, and make recommendations to assist with long-range planning.
  • Evaluate engineering policies, recommend revisions, and approve and implement policies.
  • Evaluate the impact of changes to engineering policies, procedures, and standards having statewide implications, make recommendations to the supervisor, integrate changes in existing programs, and direct research and evaluation efforts.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

What You'll Need for Success

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

  • Civil Engineer with a B.S. Degree.
  • Licensed as a registered professional engineer in Indiana.
  • Two (2) years’ experience as a group or project leader providing work direction and training to engineering technicians and/or lower-level engineers, or two (2) years’ experience in conducting engineering-related research.
  • Must possess a valid Indiana driver’s license.
  • Broad knowledge of civil/transportation disciplines. Understanding of department design standards, policies, and practices. Understanding of the NEPA and NHPA processes. Knowledge of various computer applications such as CAD, spreadsheets, databases, and scheduling. Knowledge of various forms of traffic operations analysis, such as capacity analysis and crash analysis. Knowledge of alternatives development, decision-making, and engineering economic analysis.
  • Must be able to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications, define problems, collect appropriate data, establish facts, define, and communicate with stakeholders, and draw valid engineering solutions. Must be able to handle routine and sensitive contacts with government officials, consulting firms/contractors, and the public.
  • Ability to identify problems; determine accuracy and relevance of information; use sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives and to make recommendations.
  • Ability to plan and develop engineering projects with unique or controversial problems and/or novel engineering-related concepts and approaches.
  • Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports

This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.

Benefits

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees, which includes:

  • Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
  • Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
  • Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
  • Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
  • Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
  • A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
    • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
    • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
    • Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
    • 12 paid holidays, 14 in election years
    • Education Reimbursement Program
    • Group life insurance
    • An employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
    • Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
    • Free Parking for most positions
    • Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.

Seniority level
  • Not Applicable
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Project Management
Industries
  • Government Administration
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