Transportation Engineering Associate I (61035598)

About the Role

Under general supervision, performs project management and supervisory duties related to the management of roadway construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensures all work is performed in compliance with plans and specifications.
• Monitors roadway construction projects for compliance with plans, specifications, and standards.
• Notifies the Contractor and RCE of deficiencies and verifies that those issues are resolved appropriately.
• Ensures construction inspection and sampling and testing requirements are met or exceeded by qualified inspectors.
• Assists in resolving construction conflicts to keep assigned projects on time and on budget.
• Ensures work on assigned projects is in accordance with environmental regulations and permits.
• Ensures work zone safety and traffic control requirements are met and that construction projects are safe for the Contractor, SCDOT personnel, and the traveling public.
• Performs inspection duties on construction projects as a certified CEPSCI and SCDOT inspector, as necessary.
• Supervises and develops consultant inspectors.
• Ensures consultant inspectors are well-trained and receive technical assistance and guidance as needed.
• Prepares, maintains, and/or verifies the accuracy of all forms, checklists, and spreadsheets associated with assigned projects.
• Assists in the preparation of closeout documents, to include Final/As-Built Construction plans.
• Serves as the Department representative when dealing with contractors, the general public, property owners, utility company representatives, etc.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management.
• Relevant experience may substitute for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
• This position may require travel.
• 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.

Physical Demands

• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
• Bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, and kneeling.
• Driving and walking for extended periods.
• Treading rough and uneven terrain.
• Working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and natural environmental hazards.