Engineering Assistant 3 (Central Region Project Engineer )

Alaskajobs; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities seeks an Engineering Assistant 3 to act as the on-site Project Engineer, leading assigned staff and coordinating with Construction Project Managers for capital improvement projects in Central Region.

The role requires on-site representation, close collaboration with the Contracting Officer, and responsibilities including field inspections, documentation, materials testing, and contractor payment estimates; overtime may be routinely

Qualifications

• Knowledge of concepts, principles, theories, and methods to plan, design, construct, operate, and maintain public works facilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead staff with the administration of a construction project on-site.
• Act as the on-site representative of the Contracting Officer and provide continuous inspection of contractor activities.
• Coordinate with supervisor to resolve construction-related issues and make timely decisions.
• Interact with the public and client agencies on project matters; travel within the state may be required.
• Oversee field inspections, project documentation, materials testing, and contractor pay estimates.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Decision Making

Partnering

Conflict Management

Accountability

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

EIT or FE certification

Non-ABET engineering degree option

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS!

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF), Central Region Construction & CIP Support, is looking for an Engineering Assistant 3 to help us

Keep Alaska Moving!

What you will be doing:

In this position you will be working closely with our Construction Project Managers as the Project Engineer who leads other assigned staff with the administration of a construction project. The Project Engineer is the on-site representative of the Contracting Officer, whose primary responsibility is to provide on-site agency representation and maintain continuous inspection of contractor activities day and/or night. This responsibility requires the performance of necessary engineering functions, including field inspections, project documentation, materials testing, contractor pay estimates, as well as overseeing the Contractor`s operations to ensure the work is in accordance with the plans, standards, and policies. In consultation with the supervisor, the Project Engineer is the primary liaison for the resolution of construction related issues and is expected to make equitable and timely decisions for the resolution of problems during construction. The Project Engineer must deal with the public and client agencies on project related matters. Overtime may be routinely required.

Our organization, mission, and culture:

The DOT&PF mission is to "Keep Alaska Moving" and your role in this position is directly tied to the most critical aspects of the mission. Alaska's highways and airports are important resources that meet basic transportation needs and are critical to health and safety. They play a vital role in supporting our economy by serving communities throughout the state as well as the oil, gas, timber, commercial fishing, tourist, and other industries. You will collaborate with multiple functional groups within the department, coordinate with staff from multiple areas of expertise, and assist with public and agency meetings to successfully construct capital improvement projects in Central Region, thereby delivering the department's mission. This department is mission-focused with an organizational atmosphere that promotes excellence, integrity, teamwork, and public service.

The benefits of joining our team:

Working in our Construction section provides direct hands-on experience with construction and engineering practices. This allows you to broaden your engineering knowledge while advancing your career, earning overtime, and serving the needs of the public. The position provides for professional advancement within the Department, health benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and competitive salary. The position compensates for overtime hours, has paid holidays annually, personal leave accrual, 2 retirement plans, and other optional benefits.

The working environment you can expect:

This position is permanently stationed in

Anchorage

but is generally assigned to a field construction team during the summer construction season. This position requires you to be outdoors, including inclement weather, in shifts up to 10 hours or more a day, and up to seven days a week, this may include weekends, holidays and nights. You will be around heavy equipment, dust, noise, etc. which will require the use of personal protective equipment. This job may also require you to travel to remote sites, by small airplane, boat and motor vehicle. Short-term and long-term travel may be required throughout the Central Region.

Who we are looking for:

Desired competencies/skills that contribute to success in this position:

Civil Engineering

: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods required to plan, design, construct, operate, and maintain facilities such as buildings, transportation systems, water and sanitary systems, and other public works systems.

Decision Making:

Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change.

Partnering

: Develops networks and builds alliances; collaborates across boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals.

Conflict Management

: Manages and resolves conflicts, grievances, confrontations, or disagreements in a constructive manner to minimize negative personal impact.

Accountability

: Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions. Complies with established control systems and rules.

Special Note:

A valid Driver's License is required for this position.

Requires frequent travel within the state.

To view the general description and example of duties for positions please go to the following link:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with a major in engineering, architecture or land surveying from an institution accredited by ABET.

AND

Two years of engineering, architectural or land surveying experience of which one year was at the working or intermediate trainee level. The specific experience includes such work as an Engineering Assistant 2 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.

Or:

A bachelor's degree with a major in a branch of engineering from an institution not accredited by ABET.

AND

An Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certificate issued by a state or the National Council of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors; or verification of passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination.

AND

Two years of engineering, architectural or land surveying experience of which one year was at the working or intermediate trainee level. The specific experience includes such work as an Engineering Assistant 2 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.

Substitutions:

Four years of any combination of ABET accredited postsecondary education in engineering, architecture, or land surveying (3 semester/4 quarter hours equal one month) and/or engineering, architectural or land surveying experience may substitute for the required degree.

Graduate study in engineering or architecture may be substituted for the required experience (2 semester/3 quarter hours equal one month).

Additional Required Information

At time of application, applicants are requested to submit:

Cover Letter - See instructions below

At time of interview, applicants are requested to submit (if not already attached to your application):

Three (3) professional references, including name, job title, and current phone numbers.

Copy of academic transcripts (unofficial are okay, please ensure that the institution name/URL is listed on the transcript) if using education to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications.

Copy of Professional License, EIT, or other professional licenses, as applicable

ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY

Please be sure to check our

residency definition

to determine if you qualify.

COVER LETTER

A cover letter is required as part of your application. In your cover letter, please describe how you possess the position specific competencies listed in the

“Who We Are Looking For”

section and how your skills will be of particular benefit to the position. We request your cover letter be no more than two to three paragraphs and limited to one page.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS

This recruitment utilizes a supplemental questionnaire as part of the application process. These questions may be a mix of written, multiple-choice, and select all that apply questions. The answers you provide to the questions will be an opportunity for you to tell us about your experience and/or education. The answers will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process; please be as thorough and accurate as you can.

EDUCATION

To verify education is being used