What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Engineer Associate II (61032396) position at South Carolina Department of Transportation?
Job Responsibilities
Performs and supervises staff in administrative functions regarding engineering and related correspondence. Ensures that final plans and monthly pay estimates are completed and submitted under the approved SCDOT guidelines. Prepares cost estimates for new projects. Ensures that inspectors maintain up-to-date daily work reports and project checklist. Supervises engineering and inspection duties performed by subordinate(s) on roadway and bridge projects in Darlington County and Marlboro County. Monitors all constuction activities on projects assigned to the unit to ensure that all specifications, plans, and contracts are adhered to. Ensures that all required samples are obtained and submitted for testing. Resolves problems as they arise regarding roadway and bridge construction. Supervises and manages the Department's resources on road construction projects, resurfacing contracts, and bridge construction assigned to the Darlington County and Marlboro County Construction Unit. Monitors all construction activities on projects assigned to the unit to ensure that all specifications, plans, and contracts are adhered to. Ensures that all required samples are obtained and submitted for testing. Resolves problems as they arise regarding roadway and bridge construction. Monitors contractor's compliance with all federal and state regulations regarding control of erosion and storm water pollution. Ensures compliance with the engineering design and plans are adhered to, and provides assistance to contractors in the preparation of erosion control and pollution prevention plans. Ensures that inspections are performed in accordance with SCOOT guidelines. Ensures daytime and nighttime traffic control inspections are performed in accordance with SCDOT Guidelines. Assists the general public with complaints and concerns regarding road and bridge construction projects. Reviews engineering plans with property owners to determine the effect projects have on their property, conflicts, and possible solutions. Evaluates and prepares performance appraisals on subordinate(s). Assists with emergency and inclement weather operations, may include extended hours and/or 12 hour shifts.
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.
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. Works 40 hours a week and overtime as necessary. Works near heavy equipment and traffic; often exposed to high noise levels. Exposed to extreme weather conditions. Must have sufficient agility and mobility to work in various terrains. Must be able to lift 50 pounds and perform duties at heights above land and water.
Additional Comments
A resume may be included but NOT substituted for completing the education, work experience, or any other sections of the application. Supplemental Questions are considered part of the application and must be completed.
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. May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.
Performs and supervises staff in administrative functions regarding engineering and related correspondence. Ensures that final plans and monthly pay estimates are completed and submitted under the approved SCDOT guidelines. Prepares cost estimates for new projects. Ensures that inspectors maintain up-to-date daily work reports and project checklist. Supervises engineering and inspection duties performed by subordinate(s) on roadway and bridge projects in Darlington County and Marlboro County. Monitors all constuction activities on projects assigned to the unit to ensure that all specifications, plans, and contracts are adhered to. Ensures that all required samples are obtained and submitted for testing. Resolves problems as they arise regarding roadway and bridge construction. Supervises and manages the Department's resources on road construction projects, resurfacing contracts, and bridge construction assigned to the Darlington County and Marlboro County Construction Unit. Monitors all construction activities on projects assigned to the unit to ensure that all specifications, plans, and contracts are adhered to. Ensures that all required samples are obtained and submitted for testing. Resolves problems as they arise regarding roadway and bridge construction. Monitors contractor's compliance with all federal and state regulations regarding control of erosion and storm water pollution. Ensures compliance with the engineering design and plans are adhered to, and provides assistance to contractors in the preparation of erosion control and pollution prevention plans. Ensures that inspections are performed in accordance with SCOOT guidelines. Ensures daytime and nighttime traffic control inspections are performed in accordance with SCDOT Guidelines. Assists the general public with complaints and concerns regarding road and bridge construction projects. Reviews engineering plans with property owners to determine the effect projects have on their property, conflicts, and possible solutions. Evaluates and prepares performance appraisals on subordinate(s). Assists with emergency and inclement weather operations, may include extended hours and/or 12 hour shifts.
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.
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. Works 40 hours a week and overtime as necessary. Works near heavy equipment and traffic; often exposed to high noise levels. Exposed to extreme weather conditions. Must have sufficient agility and mobility to work in various terrains. Must be able to lift 50 pounds and perform duties at heights above land and water.
Additional Comments
A resume may be included but NOT substituted for completing the education, work experience, or any other sections of the application. Supplemental Questions are considered part of the application and must be completed.
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. May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.
