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Maryland Department of Transportation Project Engineer (Transportation Engineering Technician V) in Frederick County, Maryland
Project Engineer (Transportation Engineering Technician V)
Salary
$57,275.00 - $92,108.00 Annually
Location
Frederick County
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
8450-SHA-87-12-HP-7/24
Department
State Highway Administration
Opening Date
07/03/2024
Closing Date
7/17/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Benefits
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Description
(Open Recruitment)
State Highway Administration
Project Engineer (Transportation Engineering Technician V)
Grade 15 (8450) SP# 24-87-12
YOU MUST APPLY ONLINE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION
http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd
THE RECONSIDERATION PERIOD FOR THIS RECRUITMENT IS THREE (3) BUSINESS DAYS
The State Highway Administration’ s (SHA) D istrict 7 (Carroll, Frederick, and Howard County) is currently recruiting for a Project Engineer (T ransportation Engineering Technician V) position. This position is open to anyone who meets the minimum and selective qualifications listed below. All eligible candidates must meet the minimum and selective qualifications by the closing date. This is a position specific recruitment. The resulting list of eligible candidates will be used to fill this vacancy or function only. You will need to reapply for any future recruitment conducted for this job classification.
Nature of Work: The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Project Engineer on large road or bridge construction projects, or a medium sized bridge or roadway project with multiple complexities. This position will be the primary source of technical knowledge for project staff providing guidance, technical assistance, direction, and solutions to construction and/or engineering related issues. The Project Engineer will also manage, direct, and supervise a staff of subordinate inspectors by directing and monitoring the complete and accurate documentation of the construction process, ensuring that all files are current, and all progress estimates are accurate.
This position will also function as the District 7 Partnering Coordinator. This will include assisting project personnel in setting up the partnering program, training district staff in partnering, and acting as mediator between the contractor and District 7 personnel. The incumbent will be the primary source of technical knowledge for project staff, providing guidance, technical assistance, direction, and solutions to construction and/or partnering related issues.
MDOT offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our amazing benefits here: MDOT Benefits Guide
“The State Highway Administration (SHA) has been named a Training magazine Training APEX Awards winner for the fifth consecutive year."
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Graduation from a standard high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: Eight (8) years of experience in technical engineering related work in the areas of design, traffic, construction, materials testing, engineering surveys, maintenance, or planning.
Selective Qualification: Four (4) years of the required experience must include highway construction project management.
*This statement contains a selective qualification, which is more focused in scope than the minimum qualifications for this classification. Selective qualifications are utilized when the position requires specific or additional bona fide occupational qualifications (i.e., knowledge, skill or ability).
Preferred Qualification:
The ideal candidate should possess the following:
Excellent written/oral communication skills
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to prepare clear, comprehensive, and concise reports
Knowledge of construction project practices and management
Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite and Windows Operating Systems Applications
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate complex or challenging activities.
Ability to effectively supervise subordinate staff.
Problem solving and decision-making abilities
Excellent internal/external customer service skills
Notes:
Applicants may substitute education in a civil engineering curriculum at an accredited college or university at the rate of 30 semester credit hours for each year of the required experience, up to a maximum of three years.
Applicants who possess an associate degree in either engineering, construction management or surveying or surveying technology from an accredited community college, college or university are considered to have met two years of the eight-year experience requirement.
Licenses & Certifications
Candidate must possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in state of Maryland.
Candidates will be required to pass the following quality assurance/quality control certifications within the probationary period: Concrete; Hot Mix Asphalt; and Soils/Aggregate.
Additional Information
Special Requirements:
Employees in this classification may be considered “Essential Employees” and may be required to sign and agree to all policies and procedures relating to “Essential Employee” status.
TO APPLY: All applicants must submit an application online at http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd (use of this option allows the application to be saved). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. To receive credit for your work history and credentials you must list the information in the online DTS-1 application form. You may refer to a resume only to expand on information offered in the body of the online DTS-1 application.
Consideration for employment may be based solely on the contents of your application; therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information. Please include all relevant experience on your application. This includes, but is not limited to, full or part time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other experience that is relevant to the position you are applying for.
If you have held more than one (1) position at the same employer, you must list each position that you held, the length of time that you held each position, and the corresponding duties.
Applications must be submitted online by the closing date.
If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Administration at the number(s) listed below:
410-545-5554
The selected candidate may be subject to background and reference checks. A conviction is not an automatic disqualification from employment. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
The state of Maryland offers excellent health and leave benefits, 401k benefits, pension plan, a free transit program, and advanced education and training opportunities.
Please Note: The State Highway Administration is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H-1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees, all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.
Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for qualified individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request. Please call at 410-545-5554.
Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. will be required to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( http://www.naces.org ) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation ( https://www.wes.org/ ).
The incumbent in this position m ay be a member of a covered bargaining unit.
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. SHA does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation.
Issue Date: 07/03/2024
Come join the Maryland Department of Transportation Team! We offer more than just a paycheck!!!! We offer healthcare, dental, long term disability, flexible work schedules, and so much more. Read all about our fabulous benefits in detail by visiting:
https://www.mdot.maryland.gov/tso/pages/index.aspx?pageid=152
Don't miss out on a great opportunity for a challenging career along with fabulous benefits!
*Benefits are offered to all full-time, part-time permanent and contractual (partially subsidized) employees. Temporary employees do not receive benefits.
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Do you possess a high school diploma or a high school equivalency certificate?
Yes
No
02
Do you have eight (8) years of experience in technical engineering related work in the areas of design, traffic, construction, materials testing, engineering surveys, maintenance, or planning?
Yes
No
03
If you answered YES to the previous question, please list the experience that you possess. Also, include the name of employer, job title, dates of employment, and hours worked per week. This information must also be reflected in your application. If you DO NOT possess experience in this area, type "N/A" in the box below. Please do not list "see resume" or copy and paste information provided in the application.
04
Do you have four (4) years of the required experience must include highway construction project management?
Yes
No
05
If you answered YES to the previous question, please list the experience that you possess. Also, include the name of employer, job title, dates of employment, and hours worked per week. This information must also be reflected in your application. If you DO NOT possess experience in this area, type "N/A" in the box below. Please do not list "see resume" or copy and paste information provided in the application.
06
Do you possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in state of Maryland?
Yes
No
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