Transportation Engineering Associate II (61034096)

State of South Carolina; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a Project Manager to oversee complex federal aid resurfacing, urban widening, and bridge projects, and to assist Project Engineers on major initiatives.

Responsibilities include reviewing reports and estimates, monitoring QA/QC, erosion and traffic control, and coordinating inspectors. A bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with one year of experience (or equivalent) is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management and one year of engineering or construction management work experience, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects of minor to advanced complexity and assist Project Engineers on major projects.
• Review reports, estimates and final plans prepared by subordinates.
• Monitor QA/QC, erosion control and traffic control activities for compliance with approved plans.
• Coordinate inspectors and assist in training.
• Perform project inspections and prepare monthly construction estimates and final plans.
• Interact with the public, contractors, utilities and officials as necessary on behalf of the department.

Skills

Project management

Quality Assurance/Quality Control

Erosion control

Traffic control

Inspector coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management

Job description

Manages projects of minor to advanced complexity such as Federal Aid Resurfacing, urban road widening, complex intersection improvements, bridge replacement projects, etc. Assists Project Engineers on major projects with project management duties. Reviews reports, estimates and final plans prepared by subordinates. Monitors project Quality Assurance/Quality Control, erosion control and traffic control activities on major projects for compliance with approved plans. Assists Project Engineer on major projects with training and coordination of inspectors. Performs project inspection duties on projects of moderate to advanced complexity. Prepares monthly construction estimates and final plans. Performs project closeout duties. Meets with and responds to inquiries from the public, contractor personnel, utility company representatives, city and council officials as necessary while representing Department. Performs other related duties as assigned.

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: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. Normal ( 40) work week with occasional overtime. Must possess good hearing and minimum 20/60 vision. 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 heavy 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.