What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Engineering Associate III - Engineering Lead (61031566) position at South Carolina Department of Transportation?
Job Responsibilities
Serves as Assistant Program Manager and Special Projects Engineer managing day-to-day activities for the Low Country Rapid Transit (LCRT) and other assigned projects, contracts, and grants within the Office of lntermodal and Freight. Assists with STIP process, project scoping, meetings, P2S approval requests, coordination and support the environmental process, coordination of design and plan development, right-of-way acquisition support, public involvement, and construction support. Manages the development, construction, and close-out phases of engineering projects, contracts, and grants to ensure compliance with SCDOT policies and procedures; and applicable state and federal laws and regulations. Coordinates all project reviews, requests, and other submittals with internal and external personnel. Verifies contractual obligations have been reasonably met and provides recommendations for approval, or provides necessary approvals at each stage of the process. Acts as a primary point of contact and resource for assigned projects.
Manages project schedules, funding, and budgets in coordination with others as necessary. Ensures compliance with schedules and budgets through project close-out. Develops, recommends, and implements strategies to contain cost and recover schedules as necessary. Provides status reports and updates on projects as required including updating of data management and reporting systems. Assists in verifying that invoices are properly prepared and that work is properly documented for payment pursuant to agreements, grants, and contracts.
Develops, negotiates, manages, and recommends for execution various consultant contracts, agreements, and grants. Represents the Agency at internal and external meetings; including interaction with other state agencies, governmental bodies, local public officials, and communities. Responds to requests for information related to special projects. Attends public meetings and prepares presentations as necessary. Prepares correspondence and responses to written and verbal communication related to assigned projects. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum And Additional Requirements
A bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management and four (4) years of engineering or construction management work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.
The physical demands for the essential functions involves sitting or standing at a desk for extended periods of time. This position may require occasional travel. May require bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, and kneeling. Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside normal business hours or respond to emergency situations.
Additional Comments
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.
Serves as Assistant Program Manager and Special Projects Engineer managing day-to-day activities for the Low Country Rapid Transit (LCRT) and other assigned projects, contracts, and grants within the Office of lntermodal and Freight. Assists with STIP process, project scoping, meetings, P2S approval requests, coordination and support the environmental process, coordination of design and plan development, right-of-way acquisition support, public involvement, and construction support. Manages the development, construction, and close-out phases of engineering projects, contracts, and grants to ensure compliance with SCDOT policies and procedures; and applicable state and federal laws and regulations. Coordinates all project reviews, requests, and other submittals with internal and external personnel. Verifies contractual obligations have been reasonably met and provides recommendations for approval, or provides necessary approvals at each stage of the process. Acts as a primary point of contact and resource for assigned projects.
Manages project schedules, funding, and budgets in coordination with others as necessary. Ensures compliance with schedules and budgets through project close-out. Develops, recommends, and implements strategies to contain cost and recover schedules as necessary. Provides status reports and updates on projects as required including updating of data management and reporting systems. Assists in verifying that invoices are properly prepared and that work is properly documented for payment pursuant to agreements, grants, and contracts.
Develops, negotiates, manages, and recommends for execution various consultant contracts, agreements, and grants. Represents the Agency at internal and external meetings; including interaction with other state agencies, governmental bodies, local public officials, and communities. Responds to requests for information related to special projects. Attends public meetings and prepares presentations as necessary. Prepares correspondence and responses to written and verbal communication related to assigned projects. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum And Additional Requirements
A bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management and four (4) years of engineering or construction management work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.
The physical demands for the essential functions involves sitting or standing at a desk for extended periods of time. This position may require occasional travel. May require bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, and kneeling. Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside normal business hours or respond to emergency situations.
Additional Comments
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.
