Transp Engr Assoc II - Engineering Assistant Program Manager (61034916)

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a program management professional to assist with major highway construction projects in the CHATS/BCDCOG region. You will help develop projects, monitor schedules, and manage resources under supervision.

The role emphasizes coordination with utility coordination, consultant contracts, and public interactions while supporting in risk and schedule management. Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management.
• Three (3) years of engineering or construction management work experience.
• A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing a major highway construction program with multiple projects.
• Direct development of projects and monitor compliance with schedules and budgets.
• Coordinate with local Construction Teams and stakeholders to ensure program milestones are met.
• Support development of C-Program projects and coordination with State Utility Engineer.
• Assist Sr. Assistant Program Manager in the Project Development Process and work toward independent contribution.
• Represent the department in meetings, communicate effectively, and handle administrative tasks as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Engineering Technology/Construction Science & Management

Job description

Under the supervision of the Program Manager and Sr. Assistant Program Manager in the CHATS/BCDCOG region in RPG-1 Lowcountry, assists with the management of major highway construction program consisting of multiple projects. Management of program includes directing the development of multiple projects, compliance with project schedules, and monitoring financial resources of program. Assists in development of C-Program projects and coordinates with local CTC's.

Program/Project Development Process: Assists the Sr. Assistant Program Manager and begins to work independently on assigned projects within all aspects of the Project Development Process.

Project Budget & Funding: Assists the Sr. Assistant Program Manager and begins to work independently to ensure that programmed obligation dates and funds are consistent with fiscal year commitments in the STIP.

Manages Project Schedules: Establishes preliminary project schedules for each project. Meets with others to resolve any schedule delays.

Project Stakeholder Communication & Public Interaction: Represents SCDOT in an informative, courteous manner in all correspondence and in-person meetings. Communicates effectively with others.

Initiates & Monitors Utility Coordination: Assists in Utility Coordination with the Utility Coordinator and State Utility Engineer at various stages of project development.

Consultant Service Contracts: Assists in Consultant Contract preparation.

Administrative/Other Tasks: Performs other related duties as requested by the Lead PM and Sr. Assistant PM within the time frame communicated.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management and three (3) years of engineering or construction management work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.

The physical demands for the essential functions involves sitting or standing at a desk for extended periods of time. This position may require occasional travel. May require bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, and kneeling. Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside normal business hours or respond to emergency situations.

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.