Engineer I-III (Highway Construction Pro...

Job Description

Job ID: 26882 (2 positions)
Agency: Department of Transportation / Division of Operations
Location: Huron
Salary: This position may be filled as an Engineer I-III (Highway Construction Project Engineer) or as a Transportation Project Manager II. Salary range for the E1-E3 is $30.00 - $42.55. Salary range for the Transportation Project Manager II is $31.33 - $37.29.
Pay Grade: E1 - E3 or GK
Closing Date: 05/16/2024 This is a full-time position with the Department of Transportation. For more information about the Department of Transportation, please visit . The Project Engineer (Engineer I-III) / Transportation Project Manager (TPM II) performs contract administration on a variety of small to moderately complex projects such as reconstruction projects, structures, Portland cement concrete paving projects and asphalt paving projects. Duties include, but are not limited to: preparing project documents; compiling, analyzing, and preparing project information and data; developing preliminary design plans; reviewing plans and plats; developing final, complete project plans; providing technical guidance to peers, managers, subordinates, and/or external entities; attending and providing training; reviewing the work of others; inspecting materials; inspecting contractor's work; providing information to the public, other government agencies, internally, the media and the private sector and planning and assigning work and providing staff guidance and support. What we offer to you beyond the paycheck:

• Hiring Incentive
• Health Insurance (Low & High Deductible Single and Family Plans)
• Well-Being Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Basic Life Insurance Coverage (free to employee)
• Membership in South Dakota Retirement System
• Leave:
• Vacation Leave (15 paid vacation days per year)
• Sick Leave (14 paid sick days)
• Paid Family Leave (40 hours per week for twelve weeks for birth or adoption of a child)
• Military Leave (15 paid days per calendar year)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Longevity Pay
• Semimonthly Pay Periods
• Eligibility for Meal Per Diems
• Paid Overtime (if applicable)

Licenses and Certifications:
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management for entry-level position. Certification in one or more materials testing areas and/or one or more inspection areas is required within the first year of employment. Further certification areas will be determined by the supervisor according to job responsibility and needs. Required certifications must be maintained for continued employment. Classes and training in the certification areas are provided through the Department of Transportation. The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Only applicants with a Bachelors of Science degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management will be considered. Applicants for the Engineering position should possess or be eligible to obtain their Fundamentals of Engineering or Professional Engineering license. Position level will be dependent upon experience. Prior contract administration and construction engineering experience is preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• civil engineering highway and bridge construction theories, principles, and design practices;
• basic practices and terminology of computer operations and computer aided design and drafting practices;
• construction materials (preferred but not required);
• manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (preferred but not required);
• construction contract administration (preferred but not required);
• department of Transportation policies and procedures (preferred but not required);
• technical processes and methods needed to perform duties associated with transportation engineering and construction;
• correct application of engineering principles as they apply to highway construction;
• use a computer and operate Microsoft and CAD software; c
• communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08. The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire. The State of South Dakota offers employer paid health insurance plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS. Must apply online:
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: Email: "An Equal Opportunity Employer"