Field Engineer – Highway Construction & Contract Lead

State of Missouri

Willow Springs (MO)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) seeks a Resident Engineer to supervise contract administration and engineering personnel in a district field office, ensuring surveying, inspection, documentation, and contract administration meet specifications and standard plans. The role requires leadership in a team environment and attention to project details.

Required are a ABET-accredited Bachelor's in Engineering, Missouri PE license, six years of highway/transportation experience, and

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university curriculum.
Licensed as a Professional Engineer in the State of Missouri.
Six years of experience in highway or transportation engineering.
OSHA 10-Hour Certification required within 90 days.

Responsibilities

Administers construction contracts for the assigned area.
Interprets construction plans, specifications and special provisions and makes corrections as required.
Prepares or supervises preparation of project documentation, project reports, payment estimates, change orders, final plans and contractor performance reports; reports progress of contractor payments.
Supervises layout and inspection personnel, including hiring decisions, performance management, scheduling, and training.
Communicates with contractors and property owners to resolve construction problems; prepares department responses to contractor claims and serves as an expert witness in litigation regarding construction issues.