State of South Dakota · 1 hour ago
Engineer I-III (Highway Construction Project Engineer) or Transportation Project Manager II
The South Dakota Department of Transportation is seeking a Highway Construction Project Engineer/Transportation Project Manager to contribute to their mission of providing better transportation. The role involves performing contract administration, project design work, and inspecting construction materials and roadways, ensuring the safety and effectiveness of public transportation systems.
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Responsibilities
Perform contract administration, reports, estimates, construction change orders, etc
Perform project design work and plans
Inspect, test, and sample materials (Portland cement concrete, asphalt, gravel and soil)
Inspect roadways, concrete and asphalt paving, and structures (bridges, box culverts, pipe culverts, and installations)
Perform field surveys
Inspect temporary traffic controls through and around work zones
Regular 40-hour work weeks, mid-November through March; and some extended work hours and weekends, April through mid-November
Qualification
Required
Currently have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management OR graduate in the Spring of 2025 with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering / Construction Management for entry-level position
positive attitude
willingness to learn
self-motivated and determined mindset
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management OR graduate in the Spring of 2026 with a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management for entry level position
valid driver's license
certifications are required within the first year of employment
Required certifications must be maintained for continued employment
Preferred
Candidates with work experience related to road and bridge construction are preferred
construction materials (preferred but not required)
construction contract administration (preferred but not required)
Department of Transportation policies and procedures (preferred but not required)
experience with various types of engineering survey equipment (preferred but not required)
operate survey equipment and perform the necessary calculations (preferred but not required)
Benefits
Health insurance (zero-cost premium plan, low and high deductible plans, and single and family plans)
Well-being program
Employee assistance program
Dental and Vision
Health savings account
Free basic life insurance policy
Membership in the South Dakota Retirement System with partial state match
Paid leave (15 vacation days per year)
Sick leave (14 days per year)
Paid family leave (12 weeks for birth and adoption of child, equivalent to 40 hours per week)
Military leave (15 days per year)
11 paid holidays
Longevity pay
Semimonthly pay periods
Eligibility for meal per diems
Paid overtime (if applicable)
Reimbursement of Professional Licenses (if applicable)
Company
State of South Dakota
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