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State of Arizona · 2 days ago

AIRPORT ENGINEER

Phoenix, AZ

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$102K/yr - $112K/yr

2+ years exp

The State of Arizona is seeking an Airport Engineer to be part of an innovative and collaborative team driving a safer transportation system. This role involves managing and supervising construction projects, providing engineering and administrative oversight for airport development, and representing the agency in various meetings.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Provides leadership, coaching & technical support to subordinate staff; ensures compliance with the Department's Quality Initiative

Represents the District and ADOT at operations and permits meetings when subject is sufficiently complex

Represents the District and ADOT at meetings with local government agencies, private and corporate stakeholders, internal and external committees

Interacts with public and private stakeholders to address variety of operations and permit issues while maintaining ADOT's interests and ensuring compliance with statutory obligations

Act as first line of escalation for technical staff

Oversees development of 5-year plan, pavement preservation plan and other related programs

Prepare annual recommendation for the District's airport operations program

Directs the operations process including attending field reviews

Coordinate with the Development Group, Regional Traffic Engineering, Federal Agencies & other government entities

Operation of a state vehicle will be required

Other duties as assigned as related to the position

Qualification

Civil EngineeringAirport Construction StandardsADOT Project Development ProcessArizona PE LicensureMicrosoft OfficeGoogle WorkspaceFAARFIELDAdobe ProDocuSignEffective CommunicationProblem SolvingLeadership

Required

Arizona PE Licensure is required for this position

A candidate who holds an active PE in another state will be required to meet registration requirements set forth by the Arizona Technical Board of Registration and attain an Arizona PE from the Board within 6 (six) months of employment start date

Valid Arizona Driver's License with acceptable 39 month MVR

Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver's license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver's license record checks

Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify)

Knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering applied to construction of the state airport system

Knowledge of Federal, State, ADOT and relevant local standards pertaining to airport construction, environmental protection, public relations, safety, personnel supervision, procurement, vehicle operation and fixed asset management

Knowledge of relevant computer applications, including but not limited to: Pen, CPE, SATS, Contract Card, Price Adjustment

Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, FAARFIELD, Adobe Pro, DocuSign

Skill in research, analysis, and interpretation of a wide range of highly technical airport construction standards and procedures

Skill in development and implementation of appropriate field office priorities and procedures related to airport construction material sampling and testing, project inspection, and contract administration

Skill in effective oral and written communication skills encompassing a broad spectrum of administrative and interpersonal relations and responsibilities

Skill in work management and leadership

Skill in problem solving, negotiation, mediation, conflict resolution, and motivational skills

Ability to safely drive an ADOT vehicle

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with a wide range of professional and government representatives, outside agencies, stakeholders, ADOT management, and the public

Ability to respond to verbal and written questions from the public and governmental representatives

Ability to work outdoors for extended time, exposed to heat, cold, dust and noise

Ability to analyze and evaluate a wide variety of engineering data to develop and implement appropriate standards, practices, procedures, and priorities for work assignments and complex projects

Preferred

Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Public or Business Administration, or other field closely related to ADOT airport construction and/or contract administration

Knowledge of ADOT project Development Process and a minimum of two (2) years of experience managing transportation projects

Excellent communication and computer skills

Benefits

Sick leave

Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year

Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance and long-term disability insurance

Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

Company

State of Arizona

As public servants, we deeply care about Arizona and are committed to facing the issues of our state head-on.

Founded in 1912

Phoenix, Arizona, USA

10001+ employees

https://doa.az.gov

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