Transportation Engineering Technologist - Harrison Co.

State of West Virginia; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of West Virginia is seeking a District 4 Construction Office Manager (working title) to oversee daily administrative, operational, and business practices of the District 4 Construction Office. You will supervise the Finals Section supervisor and manage contractor submittals, district-wide payments, general bookkeeping, estimates, and change orders within Site Manager and AWP.

Qualified candidates will understand WV DOT specifications, policies, and operations; possess Engineering

Qualifications

• Certification as Engineering Technologist per WV board, or pre-certification.
• No prior experience required.
• Travel may be required; valid driver’s license.
• Licensed land surveyor must hold current state license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee District 4 Construction Office operations and daily admin.
• Supervise Finals Section supervisor and manage contractor submittals.
• Coordinate district-wide contractor payment processing and change orders.

Skills

Site Manager familiarity

AWP familiarity

Attention to detail

Education

Engineering Technologist Certification (WV TETCB)

Pre-Certification as Engineering Technologist

Tools

Site Manager

AWP

Job description

Disclaimer-this position will be considered classified-exempt and “at will.” The District 4 Construction Office Manager (working title) oversees the daily administrative, operational, and business practices of the District 4 Construction Office. In this role, you will directly supervise the Finals Section supervisor while managing key functions including contractor submittal reviews, district-wide contractor payment processing, general bookkeeping, estimate generation, and change order processing within Site Manager and AWP. Additionally, you will oversee staff responsible for district construction employee timekeeping, record filing, and project proposal and plan distribution. A qualified candidate must possess functional knowledge of Site Manager and AWP, have a solid understanding of standard highway and bridge construction practices, and familiarity with WV Department of Transportation specifications, policies, and business operations. Candidates must be certified as a Level 5 Transportation Enigineering Technologist by the WV TRET Board and be prepared to perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Preference may be given to Candidates with these qualifications**

Training / Education

• Certification as an Engineering Technologist by the West Virginia Transportation Engineering Technician Certification Board.
• OR
• Pre-Certification as an Engineering Technologist by the West Virginia Transportation Engineering Technician Certification Board.

Experience

• No prior experience required

Additional Requirement

• Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver's license is required.

Special Requirement:

• Employees functioning as a licensed land surveyor must have a current state license from the State Board of Examiners for Land.

Other Information

• Candidate Contact Name: Melissa Chipps
• Phone Number: 304-326-0103
• Email Address: [e-mail]

Permanent, full-time employees of the State of West Virginia, receive a wide variety of financial and personal job benefits. Specific information about benefits is available from the hiring agency.

Salary and Wages

Direct deposit (twice a month) Promotion Opportunities - With over 20,000 classified positions in state government, there are many opportunities to compete for transfer or promotional appointment.

Medical Insurance

Major medical, surgical, prescription drug, and other medical expenses. Choice of plans. The state pays the major part of the premium. Mountaineer Flexible Benefits (Optional Insurance) The Mountaineer Flexible Benefits program allows tax-free deductions for dental, vision, and disability insurance, as well as medical expenses not reimbursed by regular insurance coverage.

Life Insurance

The state provides a $10,000 decreasing term life policy with accidental death and dismemberment benefits. Additional group insurance is available.

Retirement Plan

The state offers an outstanding defined benefit pension plan. Employee contributes 4.5% of salary (tax-deferred).

Deferred Compensation

State employees have a unique opportunity to build retirement savings and reduce today's taxes by participating in a Section 457 deferred compensation plan. A 457 plan is similar to the 401K plans offered by private companies.

Annual Increment Pay

The annual increment is $60 for each full year of qualifying service, and is paid in July of each year. This is available to employees with 3 or more years of service.

Holidays

Twelve (12) paid holidays in each year.

Vacation

15 to 24 days per year depending on length of service.

Paid Sick Leave

We offer an outstanding paid sick leave benefit. Employees earn 1.5 days each month or 18 days per year. There is no limit to the amount of sick leave an employee can accumulate. Full compliance with Family Medical Leave and WV Parental Leave Act. Employee to Employee Leave Donation Program.

Training, and Developmental Opportunities

We offer many formal in-house training classes. Many agencies also offer tuition reimbursement for job-related training and education provided by approved technical schools and colleges.

Suggestion Award Program

Employees may receive monetary award up to 20% of the first year savings for any approved and implemented work improvement suggestion.

Flexible Working Hours and Alternate Work Schedules

Day Care - State approved child Day Care facilities are located at the Capitol Complex.

Wellness Programs

Many state agencies provide special wellness and health related services to employees. Examples include: free health screening, special seminars and presentations, organized health related activities, health contact information, wellness promotion events, and healthy lifestyle information.

West Virginia is a Great Place to Live and Work

We offer challenging jobs with competitive benefits. But most of all, we offer the opportunity to further your career, meet your personal goals, and make a real difference in peoples lives. For more information about benefits visit our Benefits Web Site.