Job Description
Job ID: 30414
Agency: Department of Transportation / Division of Operations
Location: Huron, SD
Salary: $106,000.00 - $115,499.29 annually, depending on experience
Pay Grade: EM2
Closing Date: 02/17/2025
This is a full-time position with the Department of Transportation. For more information on the Department of Transportation, please visit https://dot.sd.gov/ .
Introduction:
Ready for a rewarding career that provides exciting and meaningful work? Looking for a place that values innovation and teamwork? In need of schedules and benefits that make it possible to both support and enjoy your family?
The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) has a perfect opportunity for you as a Highway Construction Project Engineer Supervisor!
Job Description:
The purpose of this position is to provide supervision over the engineering office in the Huron Area Office. The office is responsible for preliminary design, survey, construction inspection, material testing, project documentation and contract administration. The Engineering Supervisor is responsible for coordinating resources and directing the staff; determines the need and acquires additional resources through consulting engineers and seasonal employees; ensures training and certification of staff; works closely with the public, contractors, other government entities and other DOT offices; serves as the technical expert for construction related issues; resolves contractor disputes; interprets plans and specifications; and addresses personnel issues.
What You Bring to the SDDOT:
- Growth mindset
- Vision and creativity
- Team-oriented attitude
- Confident, action-oriented personality
- Attention to detail and a passion for organization
- Commitment to fostering high ethical standards
Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
- engineering principles and practices as they relate to highway construction;
- standard specifications for roads and bridges;
- state and federal laws and regulations governing highways;
- department policies and procedures regarding personnel and construction.
Skill to:
- communicate effectively both verbally and in writing;
- manage time and multiple tasks.
Ability to:
- interpret and implement laws and regulations governing civil engineering procedures and practices;
- interpret and implement specifications, plan notes, policies and procedures;
- effectively plan, organize and prioritize work activities to meet schedules and deadlines;
- establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers;
- make appropriate decisions by applying standards and available information to specific situations;
- communicate information clearly and concisely and develop ideas in a logical sequence;
- analyze problems and provide solutions;
- understand and achieve department objectives;
- conduct informative meetings with staff;
- manage and track multiple projects and activities simultaneously;
- resolve conflicts.
Position Requirements:
Only applicants with a Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering or a related engineering field will be considered. Applicants should possess or be eligible to obtain an FE or PE license.
Compensation:
The total compensation of Hourly Wage + State/Federal Benefits for a typical year for entry level Highway Construction Project Engineer Supervisor is $125,436.00 annually.
This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/ . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=13T
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"
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