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State of South Carolina

Transportation Engineering Associate I (61036550)

State of South Carolina, North Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29405

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Assists with monitoring construction projects for compliance with project specific plans, SCDOT Standard Specifications for Highway Construction and SCDOT Standard Drawings for Road Construction. Assists with performing project inspection duties as needed; including monitoring progress of assigned projects by maintaining daily field notes, ensuring the quality of work performed, certify contractor adherence to SCDOT specifications and standards and ensures clear communication between contractor and SCDOT. Assists with monitoring project QA/QC and erosion control as per specific SCDOT certification and CEPSCI certification. Assists with monitoring traffic control activities for compliance with approved plans or standard drawings. Assists with managing contract maintenance projects, in accordance with the same standards and specifications followed on standard construction projects. Assists with performing project closeout duties required by supervisor or dictated by contract requirements. Assists with project engineers with coordinating of inspectors to be sure inspection staff is present on construction projects at all times. Assists with project managing duties, including liaison for utilities and contractors, makes initial site inspection to identify potential conflicts, ensures proper paperwork is obtained from utilities and monitors progress of any utility relocations. Performs other related duties as assigned. A bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management; or an approved acceptable equivalence. Physical Requirement

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 requires 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. Normal work week is 40 hours, but some overtime will be necessary. Work is performed outside in all types of weather. In addition to education and experience requirements, must be able to trek over rough terrain, stand for long periods of time while performing repetitive duties. Vision and hearing, are important working adjacent to traffic. Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license. Must be able to act as an essential employee during emergency situations and assist in evacuation procedures. A motor vehicle operator’s license is required. Applications accepted on-line at careers.sc.gov. Supplemental questions are considered part of the application and must be completed. Additional questions regarding the application process should be directed to: District 6 HR at 843-740-1665. 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.

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