Engineering Assistant III (EPSA III), Construction - Aurora

State of Colorado; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Colorado Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program

Credit union membership

Employee discount program

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Job summary

State of Colorado, through CDOT, is seeking an Engineering Assistant III in Construction to assist Project Engineers. You will enforce standards, perform materials testing, collect field samples, and support design-phase administrative tasks, including public information and ADA compliance materials.

The role requires thorough testing, documentation, and quality control of field operations, with responsibilities for advising engineers and directing staff as needed to maintain project quality.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory and field testing of soils, fill materials, aggregate base, asphalt pavements and concrete.
• Ensure sampling and testing frequencies meet CDOT's Field Materials Manual.
• Document and record samplings and test results using required software/forms.
• Evaluate, document, compile and distribute inspection and materials test results per contract procedures.
• Oversee and inspect contractor work to ensure compliance with contract documents.

Job description

This position is only open to Colorado state residents.

New employees to the State will be paid biweekly. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year.

About CDOT

CDOT employees make a difference by providing freedom, connection, and experience to the traveling public, while also keeping them safe. The State of Colorado offers competitive medical, dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending and health savings accounts. Visit the State of Colorado benefits for details, current premium rates and a summary video about benefits. The state also offers PERA retirement, great optional PERA plans such as 401K, a generous paid time off package of annual, sick, holiday and other leave, strong career growth, tuition reimbursement and professional development. Perks include Colorado Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP) counseling, wellness, credit union membership and employee discount program. Visit CDOT Benefits for details. Some positions may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

CDOT for All

CDOT’s strength is our people, and our commitment to our people is to shape, support, and sustain the employee experience, and ultimately, create a supportive workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education, disability, socio-economic status, or any other identity, has the opportunity to thrive.

The eligible list created from this announcement may be used to fill current and future vacancies for a period of up to 6 months.

About the Work Unit

The purpose of this unit is to provide engineering expertise in developing, building, and maintaining a safe and integrated transportation system. The unit manages and oversees projects for upgrading, reconstructing, and maintaining the highway system along with other projects that have federal, state and local funds. Design, design oversight, construction management, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation management, consultant management, and overall project management are provided.

About the Position

As the Engineering Assistant III (EPSA III), Construction, you will support the Project Engineers by enforcing established standards, procedures, and tests across highway construction projects. Core duties involve overseeing contractor operations for contract compliance, conducting materials testing, and providing design-phase administrative support. Daily technical responsibilities include collecting field samples, performing quantitative analyses, operating specialized equipment, and maintaining all testing supplies to ensure results meet project specifications. Additionally, the role provides Public Information and ADA compliance support by preparing communications and accessible documents for use during construction. While non-supervisory, this position is responsible for advising the Project Engineer, providing work directions to staff, and conducting quality control on peers' deliverables, such as materials final packages.

Your duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following

• Conduct laboratory and field testing of soils, fill materials, aggregate base course, hot bituminous pavements and concrete used on CDOT projects.
• Ensure that sampling and testing frequencies meet CDOT's Field Materials Manual.
• Document and record samplings and test schedules, results of inspections, test results, etc. using various required software applications and forms.
• Evaluate, document, compile and distribute inspection and materials test results in accordance with the contract and established procedures.
• Oversee and inspect the work performed and materials incorporated into the project by the Contractor to ensure compliance with the contract documents (