Transportation Engineering Associate I RE-ADVERTISEMENT

Salary: $65,000. 00 - $78,000. 00 Annually

Location : Lancaster County, SC

Job Type: FTE - Full-Time

Job Number: 169533

Agency: Department of Transportation-District 4

Opening Date: 01/02/2025

Closing Date: 1/26/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:: HD21

Position Number:: 61034865

Normal Work Schedule:: Other

Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Monday - Friday (8:00am -5:00pm)

Pay Band: Band 5

Hiring Range - Min. : $65,000. 00

Hiring Range - Max. : $78,000. 00

Opening Date: 01/02/2025

EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Apply online and fully complete all sections of the application. A resume may be provided but will not substitute for completing any section of the application. Accurately respond to all Supplemental Questions since they are part of your official application and are used to initially screen applicants. If the selected candidate indicates attainment of a college degree(s), he/she may be required to provide an official college transcript within thirty (30) calendar days of employment. Failure to provide documentation within the required time frame may result in termination of employment. SCDOT Human Resources Office, 1232 J. A. Cochran Bypass, Chester, SC 29706. Phone: ***.

Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities*THIS IS A RE-ADVERTISEMENT. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT RE-APPLY. YOUR APPLICATION IS STILL BEING CONSIDERED. *

Under general supervision of RCE and ARCE, performs project management and supervisory duties related to the management of roadway construction projects. Responsible for ensuring that 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 RCE in resolving construction conflicts to keep assigned projects on time and on budget. Ensures work on assigned projects is on 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.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management; 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 required 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.

A motor vehicle operator's license is required.
Additional Comments

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.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

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Are you a current SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.

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• No

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• Class A (CDL)
• Class B (CDL)
• SC Class C
• SC Class D
• Other State Driver's License
• None