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State of Colorado · 1 week ago

Engineer in Training III, Construction - Eagle, CO

Eagle County, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

The State of Colorado is committed to providing safe and integrated transportation systems through its Department of Transportation (CDOT). The Engineer in Training III position involves performing construction inspections and tests, ensuring compliance with plans and specifications, and assisting in the management of transportation projects.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Utilize professional engineering license to apply current engineering principles and theories, design specifications, and federal, state, and local standards to construct transportation projects. These projects consist of new construction or reconstruction of intersections, corridor widening, roadway surface treatment, bridge improvements, etc

Operate as the Chief Engineer’s duly authorized representative in direct charge of the work and is responsible for the administrative and satisfactory completion of transportation projects under construction

Certify that the contractor’s equipment, materials, workmanship, and products conform with the contract, plans, and specifications by supervising, performing detailed inspections, and maintaining proper documentation

Complete ratings and reviews for project consultant and review consultant and contractor compliance with federally mandated programs and state requirements (i.e. EEO, AA, Davis-Bacon, OSHA, ADA, local ordinances, etc.)

Oversee local agency projects and ensure they are built according to plans, specifications, and follow all federal and state regulations and processes

Prepare an accurate account of pay quantities, project activities, correspondence, conditions, and problems

Complete various written and computer-generated reports

Act as the primary CDOT contact regarding project issues and questions

Prepare and organize all plan documents and bid packages so they are disseminated properly, filed appropriately, and completely as required

Serve as a CDOT representative and provide expertise at meetings with public, local/state entities, businesses, railroads, special interest groups, and utilities

Communicate with personnel in Head Quarters and other Region offices to exchange information, and request recommendations and clarifications regarding project development and design (i.e. Survey, Bridge, Environmental, Right-of-Way, Hydraulic, Traffic and Maintenance)

Participate on committees, task forces, and/or steering committees to help CDOT implement improvements and meet department goals

Perform project scheduling and coordinate multiple project efforts to meet advertisement dates and direct personal and residency efforts to make the various schedules and budgets work

Use guidelines as appropriate to provide correct pay items and other project budgetary information

Manage the work of consultants in order to accomplish project completions

Inspect work performed by the contractor to ensure compliance with the standards and specifications for the particular project

Responsible for the work hour estimates for task order preparation, approval and processing of consultant billings, and review of consultant deliverables

Rate and review consultant projects and review consultant and contractor compliance with federally mandated programs and state requirements (i.e. EEO, AA, Davis-Bacon, OSHA, ADA, local ordinances, etc.)

Develop scope of services and initiate task orders in coordination with Region 3 Business Office’s practice guidelines

Negotiate with consultants the work hours necessary to complete the work defined in the scope of services

Negotiate and recommend approval of task orders or supplemental contracts required for consultant services

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

Oversee work of other positions at CDOT

Train and mentor less experienced project staff, as well as train consultants on site as needed

Qualification

Civil EngineeringConstruction ManagementNEPA DocumentationProject ManagementConsultant ManagementField InspectionRoadway DesignMS Office SuiteSAPTechnical WritingSafety AwarenessInterpersonal SkillsProblem SolvingTeam CollaborationAttention to DetailCommunication SkillsTime ManagementAdaptability

Required

Current enrollment as an Engineer Intern by the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors

One (1) year of professional experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position

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

It is a CDOT condition of employment that individuals hired for Engineer-In-Training positions must also licensure as a professional engineer by the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers, and Professional Land Surveyors within eight years of initial appointment to an EIT position

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

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

Highest work/personal ethics and integrity

Knowledge and experience with civil engineering design and construction for transportation projects

Knowledge of the CDOT Materials Manual, CDOT Roadway Design Manual, CDOT Project Development Manual, CDOT Construction Manual, CDOT Standards & Specifications Manual for Road and Bridge Construction, CDOT Field Materials Manual, CM/GC Manual, CDOT PEL Manual, AASHTO Roadside Design Guide, and MUTCD

Maintain current working knowledge of engineering processes, theories, laws, principles, conceptual models, and best practices

Interest in working on Construction Management/General Contractor (CM/GC) projects

Ability to manage multiple assignments, priorities, and projects in a demanding environment

Ability to work under tight deadlines and be adaptable to changing assignments

Ability to take initiative to solve problems in an innovative manner

Ability to work with general public, professional, consultants, and staff, with sensitivity to their needs, priorities, promises made and commitments

Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills

Strong time and project management skills, including prioritization and project switching ability

Excellent reasoning, investigative, analytical, and problem-solving ability

Excellent facilitation, presentation, and communication skills, both written and oral

Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy

Passion for safety

Ability to work effectively in both independent and team situations

The desire to perform field construction inspections and work outside

The desire to promote through the EIT program at CDOT to become a Licensed Engineer with the ultimate goal of managing inspectors and testers while administering construction contracts and ensuring that the contractor is following the plans and specifications on capital improvement and asset management construction projects

Fluency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project, Project Wise, Open Roads, In Roads, Gmail, Google Suite, SAP, and the ability to quickly learn other software systems