State of New Hampshire · 3 weeks ago
HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE PROJECT ENGINEER
New Hampshire, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$34.14/hr - $46.63/hr
1+ years expThe State of New Hampshire's Department of Transportation is seeking a Highway Maintenance Project Engineer to oversee multiple civil engineering projects. This role involves planning, directing, and evaluating the operations of a Highway Maintenance District, ensuring compliance with departmental goals and public safety.
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Responsibilities
Supervises, plans, coordinates and directs the design and construction of multiple complex transportation projects within the district to assure compliance with Department goals and requirements
Responsible for the preparation of cost estimates relative to infrastructure improvement projects within a district
Reviews and modifies, as required, plans and specifications to adapt to actual field conditions
Authorizes the use of construction/maintenance materials, equipment and procedures necessary for the completion of various projects
Performs complex administrative and engineering duties to analyze the operation of a district and direct future actions
Directs and supervises district staff in the completion of required records that consist of, but limited to, MATS, Lawson, and GHRS
Exercises, and communicates to others, engineering judgment that could affect the safety of the public and workers, thereby decreasing the potential liability to the Department
Communicates with the general public, abutters, contractors, and the news media to maintain good public relations, and to accomplish Bureau goals and objectives
Represents the department at public meetings and offers technical expertise while providing cooperation and coordination between state departments, engineering firms, and the public
Trains, evaluates, and supervises a staff of professionals in order to delegate assignments to further the department’s objectives
Provides maintenance expertise during the project development process and performs reviews of plans and contract proposals
Consults with department and outside specialists in related fields to formulate plans and methods for the most efficient methods of highway construction and maintenance
Serves as a temporary District Highway Maintenance Engineer in event of prolonged illness or absence
Responds to emergency situations, at any hour of the day, to protect the highway system and to provide for public safety and convenience
Qualification
Required
Possession of a Master of Science degree from a recognized college or university with a major concentration in civil engineering, or possession of a Bachelor of Science degree from a recognized college or university with a major in civil engineering and possession of a Master of Business Administration degree from a recognized college or university
One year of work experience in the practice of civil engineering post Professional Engineer registration
Possession of a Bachelor's of Science degree from a recognized college or university with a major concentration in civil engineering
Three years' work experience in the practice of civil engineering post Professional Engineer registration
Possession of an Associate's degree from a recognized college or university, with a major study in civil technology
Five years' work experience in the practice of civil engineering post Professional Engineer registration
Professional Engineer (PE) License with designation in Civil, Civil Highway, Geo Technical or Structural Engineering
Valid driver's license and/or access to transportation
The applicant's Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the hiring agency
Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of New Hampshire within one year of employment
Preferred
In-depth knowledge of construction techniques/practices
Benefits
HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits
Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
$50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)
Company
State of New Hampshire
New Hampshire is a small New England state and is defined by its quaint towns and large expanses of wilderness.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Timothy Whitman
Chief Operating Officer NHH
Stefanie Shea, MSN, RN, PMH-BC, CNL
Chief Quality Improvement and Compliance Officer
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