Connecticut Department of Administrative Services · 11 hours ago
Transportation Engineer 3 (Construction Engineering) (40 Hour)
Thomaston, CT
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$103K/yr - $145K/yr
4+ years expThe Connecticut Department of Transportation is seeking a Transportation Engineer 3 (Construction Engineering) to assist in supervising engineering projects and ensuring compliance with contract specifications. This role involves conducting investigations, overseeing district projects, and providing technical guidance in transportation construction.
GovernmentService IndustrySocial Assistance
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Conducts field and office investigations of engineering, technical or other problems and prepares reports for higher level employees; analyzes problems and recommends effective solutions; assists in establishment of policy, procedures and methods; represents department in legislative matters; assists in development and review of department contracts; oversees all district projects administered by municipalities from award to completion; performs related duties as required
As assigned by the supervisor distributes, prioritizes, oversees and reviews unit work; provides staff training and assistance; conducts or assists in conducting performance evaluations; acts as liaison with operating units, agencies, consultant staffs, municipalities and other outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures; recommends policies and standards: prepares reports and correspondence; performs related duties as required
Oversees a group of engineers and personnel of lower grade in construction of highways or other transportation projects; acts as a liaison with consulting engineers; trains in-house and consultant inspectors; reviews construction final cost estimates and verifies final payments; serves as technical advisor for construction projects; develops and maintains cost data relative to design, construction and maintenance of highways and bridges; prepares comprehensive reports; develops and maintains standards and specifications for highways and bridges consistent with technological advances in design, construction and maintenance; oversees a group of engineers and other personnel conducting preliminary reconnaissance location surveys, preliminary design, estimating and plan preparation or conducting boundary surveys, setting and checking boundary monuments and preparing right-of-way boundary plans; oversees chemical and physical testing and analysis and makes recommendations concerning suitability of construction and maintenance materials; prepares survey reports and recommendations on highway location; performs related duties as required
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management
Three (3) years of experience in transportation construction engineering
One (1) year of the General Experience must have been at the working level in a professional transportation construction engineering capacity
A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required and must be maintained
Possession of Land Surveyor (LS) licensure or Professional Engineer (PE) licensure from the Department of Consumer Protection State Board of Examiners for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors consistent with C.G.S. 20-302 may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree requirement
Possession of Land Surveyor-In-Training (LSIT) licensure or Engineer-In-Training (EIT) licensure from the Department of Consumer Protection State Board of Examiners for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors consistent with C.G.S. 20-302 may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree requirement
Possession of at least Level III certification in the Civil Engineering Technology-Transportation Program, Highway Construction Inspection or Highway Surveys from the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree requirement
A Master's degree in engineering may be substituted for one (1) year of the General Experience
Current incumbents in the class of Transportation Engineer 2 (Construction Engineering) who do not possess the degree or certification/licensure qualifications as detailed on this class specification may be considered for promotion to Transportation Engineer 3 (Construction Engineering) upon having three (3) years of experience in transportation construction engineering. One (1) of the three (3) years must have been as a Transportation Engineer 2 (Construction Engineering)
Preferred
Experience analyzing and reviewing engineering reports, plans and specifications
Experience communicating with various stakeholders through phone, email, and face to face interactions
Experience analyzing design or construction problems and determining effective solutions
Experience using Department software with an emphasis on COMPASS, SharePoint, Bluebeam, and MS Office 365
Experience with resolving challenging situations or conflicts
Experience in leading others in the administration of a project, including closeout
Experience in collaborating with team members and/or other units within the Department
Benefits
Professional growth and development opportunities
A healthy work/life balance to all employees
The convenience of an on-site, low-cost fitness center, on-site cafeteria, and Electric Vehicle (EV) charging at our Newington, CT, Headquarters facility
All DOT facilities have ample free parking with easy access from major highways and by public transportation.
Company
Connecticut Department of Administrative Services
Connecticut Department of Administrative Services is a government firm that offers business functions to state agencies and municipalities.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jenna Lynn Fusco, MS, SHRM-CP
Human Resources Business Partner 3 (Director of HR)
Natalie S. Wagner
Director of Strategic Operations and Partnerships
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