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Dakota County · 1 month ago

Engineering Specialist, Lead (Construction)

Empire, MN

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$82K/yr - $129K/yr

4+ years exp

Dakota County is Minnesota’s third largest county, dedicated to excellence in public service. The Engineering Specialist Lead is responsible for managing survey operations for county roads, trails, and bridge projects, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines while providing leadership and technical support to survey staff.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Leads, coordinates and provides direction to survey staff members daily, prioritizing requests to ensure all necessary and requested surveys are done on time

Works closely with other County departments, local agencies and consultants to provide survey information. i.e. Preliminary Surveys, Right of Way (viewing stakes), Construction staking, and other Miscellaneous surveys

Provides survey crews with up-to-date technology, training, and maintenance on survey equipment, including but not limited to: Total Stations, GPS, and Auto Levels

Have working knowledge of Microsoft Office, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, and SIMS (Structure Inventory Management System)

Schedule and lead bridge inspection team. Mentor assistant bridge inspection staff while they prepare for their field proficiency test

Review and complete bridge inspection reporting requirements in accordance with State and Federal guidelines

Compiles and tracks Township bridge maintenance letters

Interpret construction plans and calculate necessary field notes

Work with construction staff to resolve discrepancies in the plans during construction

Provide technical leadership and assistance to department staff; perform paraprofessional duties and manage processes

Qualification

Civil EngineeringHighway Construction ExperienceAutoCAD 3DTrimble Survey EquipmentBridge Inspection CertificationMnDOT Technical CertificationsRecord KeepingCommunication SkillsLeadership Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering and 2 years of specific highway construction related experience

OR Associate's Degree in civil engineering technology and 4 years of specific highway construction related experience

OR Combination of education and experience to equal or exceed 6 years. Experience must be directly related to experience in specific highway construction related experience which includes at least 5-6 years' experience using AutoCAD (preferred experience in AutoCAD 3D)

Valid Driver's License

Candidate must have the ability and interest to obtain the following MnDOT Technical Certifications within two years of hire: Aggregate Production Tester, Grading and Base Tester, Grading and Base Inspector, Concrete Field Tester, Concrete Field Inspector, Bituminous Street Inspector

Extensive knowledge of Civil Engineering and Surveying practices

Proficient in the use of personal computers, and field survey equipment

Knowledge of engineering nomenclature, plans, records and maps

Ability to keep excellent records

Strong ability to effectively communicate orally and written with staff, contractors and agencies

Ability to lead, manage, and mentor subordinates

Ability to establish and maintain effective and professional relationships with staff, public, agency staff (including State and Federal agencies) and other professionals

Mentors less experienced staff with survey issues, construction questions and any bridge inspection or construction concerns