Senior Construction Engineering Associate

Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT); El Dorado (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas Department of Transportation in El Dorado, KS is seeking a Construction Engineering Associate (EA III) to administer multiple highway construction contracts and ensure work complies with specifications and quality standards.

The position provides engineering guidance, coordinates schedules, and leads a team of engineers and technicians, applying broad guidance and strong judgment to contract administration and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Provides engineering guidance and administration for the construction of highway and related construction projects.
• Interprets specifications, plans, and special provisions to project personnel.
• Conducts preconstruction conferences with contractors, utilities, county and city engineers to discuss potential problem areas.
• Coordinates construction schedules of all concerned for the timely completion of highway projects.
• Supervises other engineering associates and engineering technicians in the administration of contract provisions for highway construction work.
• Resolves conflicts between contractors and project personnel as to the intent of the plans and specifications.

Job description

Kansas Department of Transportation in El Dorado, KS is seeking a Construction Engineering Associate (EA III) to administer multiple highway construction contracts and ensure work complies with specifications and quality standards.

The position provides engineering guidance, coordinates schedules, and leads a team of engineers and technicians, applying broad guidance and strong judgment to contract administration and project delivery.