State of Montana · 9 hours ago
Civil Engineering Specialist IV – MSU Design Unit
The State of Montana is seeking a Civil Engineering Specialist to work at the MDT/MSU Design Unit, dedicated to guiding MSU engineering students. This role involves providing mentorship and technical support while being responsible for complex road or hydraulic design, construction cost estimating, and preparing construction contract plans.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Responsible for complex road or hydraulic design, construction cost estimating, scheduling, and preparation of construction contract plans and proposals
Work closely with Design Project Managers in all areas of duties assigned including collaboration, mentoring, and providing technical support to other project team members and Engineering Division staff
Have the skill and discipline to work independently, under the supervision and direction of a Design Project Manager
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
Four (4) years of experience in progressively responsible roadway design engineering
An EIT license is required
Advanced knowledge and application of MDT and MDT Engineering Division policies, guidance, practices, and procedures
Considerable knowledge of the theory, principles, and practices of roadway design engineering
Comprehensive knowledge of the professional disciplines within MDT including the ability to interpret, consolidate and coordinate data provided by others
Ability to interpret AASHTO, federal and state, and other resource guidelines
Ability to communicate to technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to exercise sound engineering judgement when developing solutions to complex engineering problems
Ability to work collaboratively and independently to perform and complete assigned tasks
Ability and skill in making decisions in a timely manner to avoid a negative effect on construction and engineering operations
Ability to meet inflexible deadlines and multi-task with accuracy in all aspects of assigned work
A resume detailing your qualifications and work history
A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position
Benefits
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer
Company
State of Montana
State of Montana has a desire to cultivate a workforce consistently able to respond to challenges facing Montana.
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