NEOGOV · 5 months ago
Professional Engineer I, Tunnel - Design/Construction - Golden
Golden, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$93K/yr - $102K/yrNEOGOV is part of the State of Colorado, and they are seeking a Professional Engineer I for tunnel design and construction projects. The role involves project design management, construction management, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards and regulations.
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Responsibilities
Utilize professional engineering license to apply current engineering principles and theories, design specifications, and federal, state, and local design standards to develop plan sets and specifications for roadway projects. These projects consist of new construction or reconstruction of intersections, corridor widening, roadway surface treatment, bridge improvements, etc
Request field survey, environmental study, traffic data, right-of-way information, hydrology/hydraulic design, structural design, utility locations/relocations, and other information as required
Organize scoping meeting, Final Inspection Review, and Final Office Review meetings; work with Materials, Environmental, Traffic, Bridge, Survey, Utility and ROW, local stakeholders, and other specialty units to clear the project before advertisement
Evaluate proposed designs and determine changes regarding a project to improve serviceability, safety, maintenance and affordability
Prepare and review plans, make decisions regarding layouts, alignments, standard designs, tabulations, specifications, quantities, acquisitions and clearances, etc., and prepare bid packages
Ensure timely project advertisement, while meeting both design and construction budgets
Utilize the Professional Engineer’s experience and judgment to approve designs for assigned projects and to stamp the engineering plans
Operate as the Chief Engineer’s duly authorized representative in direct charge of the work
Evaluate materials, equipment, and systems for their acceptability for incorporation in a construction project
Review operations during construction using engineering standards, manuals, policies, procedures, guidelines, and engineering judgement
Perform design project management for designs, detailed plans, and project specifications
Review work performed by CDOT staff as well as work performed by consultant engineers and technicians to assure technical and conceptual adequacy as well as compliance with design principles, theories, applicable design standards, plans, specifications, and procedures
Ensure that the plans and specifications provided by the specialty groups (when combined into one package for advertisement) are clear, consistent, and harmonious
Plan, organize, and manage studies that involve tunnel analysis towards identifying engineering solutions and assess potential impact of projects
Ensure that the planning process and design complies with applicable study requirements, the project scope, schedule, budget, and current design engineering criteria, standards, practices, theories and procedures
Coordinate with local agencies, elected officials, internal CDOT specialty groups, FHWA and other stakeholders to ensure that studies compliant with requirements, reach consensus and meets the needs or overall purpose intended
Work collaboratively with technical working groups and internal CDOT specialty groups for the development of study results and a determination of final study findings
Provide oversite of consultant performing studies
Procure and provide guidance to consultant performing studies for CDOT
Operate as the Chief Engineer’s duly authorized representative in direct charge of the work
Evaluate materials, equipment, and systems for their acceptability for incorporation in a construction project
Check and compile documentation for quantities of work performed
Ensure the contractual acceptability of that work
Prepare payments to contractors
Initiate, prepare, negotiate, and authorize legally binding contract addenda to remedy conditions encountered outside the scope of the original contract
Review operations during construction using engineering standards, manuals, policies, procedures, guidelines, and engineering judgement
Manage engineering consultants, contracts, and task orders on assigned projects
Monitor contractor compliance with applicable laws, safety regulations, and state, local, and federal requirements
Review consultant work, including documents, plan sheets, public involvement educational material, meeting notes, etc. to ensure adequacy
Serve as CDOT representative and liaison to public, local, state, and federal entities, businesses, and other parties involved in design project activities
Qualification
Required
Current, valid licensure as a Professional Engineer from the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers, and Professional Land Surveyors
Current, valid licensure as a Professional Engineer from another U.S. state's Board of Licensure. If meeting qualifications with an out-of-state PE license, it would be a condition of employment to obtain your Colorado PE license within six months of hire
Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks
A current valid driver license is required for all Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) positions which require operating a state or personal motor vehicle to perform one or more essential functions of the position
If you have a current PE license from a U.S. state other than Colorado, you must obtain your Colorado PE license within six months of hire as condition of employment
Preferred
Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section
Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position
Has taken Structural Engineering Courses or has a Master's Degree in Structural Engineering
Has stamped plans and specifications as Engineer of Record
Has served as the Engineer in responsible charge for a transportation construction
Civil engineering construction and design knowledge and experience, including current working knowledge of civil engineering processes, theories, laws, principles, conceptual models, and best practices, especially for transportation related projects
Knowledge and experience with the CDOT Construction Manual, CDOT Material Manual, CDOT Project Development Manual, CDOT Standards & Specifications Manual, CDOT M&S Standards, MUTCD, CDOT Design Manuals and AASHTO Design Guides, and other industry design standards
Consultant management experience
Experience with contract modifications
Experience with project budgets and providing accurate documentation
Experience evaluating proposed designs
Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy
Strong analytical, reasoning, problem solving, and decision making ability
Excellent planning, organizational, time and project management skills and experience
Excellent facilitation, presentation, and communication skills, both written and oral
Experience managing budgets to ensure cost effectiveness of projects or programs
Proven ability to collaborate and build relationships
Ability to partner with professionals, consultants, vendors, stakeholders, and staff, with sensitivity to their needs and priorities
Experience negotiating with individuals or groups to find mutually acceptable solutions; experience building consensus for acceptance of a document or solution to an issue
Flexibility/adaptability in response to changing conditions or unexpected obstacles
Ability to work effectively in independent and team situations
Passion for safety
Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access), Google applications and Gmail, familiarity with SAP, and the ability to quickly learn other software systems
Benefits
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
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