Transportation Engineering Associate II (61031922)

State of South Carolina; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Telecommuting and flexible schedules (

Job summary

The State of South Carolina is seeking a qualified engineer to manage moderate complexity highway and bridge construction projects. The role supervises inspectors, reviews technical reports, and coordinates inspection requirements with project engineers and technicians.

Responsibilities include QA/QC monitoring, public and stakeholder meetings, training staff, and assisting in project closeout on major initiatives. EPMS reviews and field sampling are required as part of daily duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management; 1 year of engineering or construction management work experience, or approved equivalence.

Responsibilities

• Manages projects of moderate complexity.
• Supervises inspectors in all phases of highway and bridge construction projects.
• Reviews reports, estimates, and final plans produced by subordinates.
• Coordinates project inspection requirements with project engineers and chief technician.
• Monitors project QA/QC, erosion control and traffic control activities on projects for compliance with policies, procedures and plans.
• Meets with general public, contractor personnel, utility companies, city and county officials while representing the department.
• Trains subordinates and assists RCE in project closeout duties.
• Assists project engineers on major projects with project management duties.
• Reviews and prepares daily diaries, monthly construction estimates, and final plans on construction projects.
• Performs project inspection and survey duties as needed.
• Takes samples and/or supervises others in sampling materials used by the contractor to ensure accordance with specifications.
• Conducts EPMS reviews.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management; 1 year of engineering or construction management work experience, or approved equivalence

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Manages projects of moderate complexity. Supervises inspectors in all phases of highway and bridge construction projects. Reviews reports, estimates, and final plans produced by subordinates. Coordinates project inspection requirements with project engineers and chief technician. Monitors project QA/QC, erosion control and traffic control activities on projects for compliance with policies, procedures and plans. Meets with general public, contractor personnel, utility companies, city and county officials as necessary while representing the department. Trains subordinates and assists RCE in project closeout duties. Assists project engineers on major projects with project management duties. Reviews and prepares daily diaries, monthly construction estimates, and final plans on construction projects. Performs project inspection and survey duties as needed. Takes samples and/or supervises others in sampling materials used by the contractor to ensure accordance with specifications. Conducts EPMS reviews. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management and one (1) year of engineering or construction management work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence.

Physical Requirement

Normal forty (40) hour week. May occasionally work extended hours (emergencies/hazardous weather). Should have the capability to stand and work for long periods and trek over rough terrain. Must be able to stand, bend, squat, stoop and have good balance. Must be able to work in hazardous conditions such as weather and traffic.

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.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note:

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.