Transportation Engineering Associate I (61033663)

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking an Inspector to support monitoring of highway construction projects for compliance with plans, specifications, and standard drawings. The role includes maintaining field notes, verifying work quality, and ensuring contractor adherence to QA/QC and safety requirements.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field and may involve travel and outdoor work under various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management.
• Experience in construction project inspection is preferred.
• Knowledge of SCDOT specifications and standards is a plus.
• Willingness to travel and work in varied outdoor conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monitoring construction projects for compliance with project plans and SCDOT standards.
• Maintain daily field notes and verify contractor quality and compliance.
• Monitor QA/QC, erosion control, and traffic control activities per certifications and plans.
• Coordinate with project engineers and inspectors to ensure inspection coverage.
• Serve as liaison with utilities and contractors; obtain necessary documentation.
• Perform contract maintenance project activities and project closeout tasks as required.

Skills

Construction inspection

QA/QC monitoring

Erosion and traffic control

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Assists with monitoring construction projects for compliance with project-specific plans, SCDOT Standard Specifications for Highway Construction, and SCDOT Standard Drawings for Road Construction. Performs project inspection duties as needed, including monitoring project progress, maintaining daily field notes, verifying the quality of work and contractor compliance with SCDOT specifications and standards, and maintaining clear communication between contractors and SCDOT. Monitors project QA/QC, erosion control, and traffic control activities for compliance with applicable certifications, approved plans, and standard drawings. Assists with managing contract maintenance projects in accordance with applicable standards and specifications. Performs project closeout activities as required by the supervisor or contract requirements. Coordinates with project engineers and inspectors to ensure appropriate inspection coverage on construction projects. Supports project management activities, including serving as a liaison with utilities and contractors, conducting initial site inspections, obtaining required utility documentation, and monitoring utility relocations. Performs other related duties as assigned.

A bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management; or an approved acceptable equivalence.

Physical Requirement

The physical demands for the essential functions of this position involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time. This position may require travel. This position may require bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, and kneeling. This position requires driving and walking for extended periods, treading rough and uneven terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental-related emergencies. This position may be exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions and noise. A motor vehicle operator’s license is required.

Non Discrimination Statement

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.