CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN 3-4* - 09012026-80442

About the role

The District Operations Construction Transportation Engineering Specialist 3 & 4 assists in providing troubleshooting, guidance, and support in the delivery process of construction projects within the District. This position employs Department policies, technical guidance, and procedures related to TDOT's construction and e-construction specifications, software, and websites to support the project delivery process.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a resource for Project Teams and District staff as part of a matrix organization by applying the Project Delivery Network (PDN) through the full lifecycle of the project delivery process.
• Minimize risk by identifying and mitigating potential project conflicts and issues before, during, and after construction, and meeting the timelines and budget established by the project development process.
• Integrate Quality Management into all deliverables, including plans and constructability reviews, risk workshops, field reviews and project troubleshooting, change order development and negotiation, invoice management, and critical path/project scheduling changes.
• Aid in the development and maintenance of specifications, policies, procedures, and manuals in support of construction resources with the purpose of reducing errors, construction delays, and contractor claims.
• Aid in the tracking and enforcement of contractual requirements of external stakeholders by ensuring Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and On-the-Job Training goals are met.
• Ensure the application of the DavisBacon Act and that certified payroll requirements are included on all District projects.
• Aid in the preparation, evaluation, and/or processing of project documents, including plans and constructability reviews, erosion control plans, change order development and negotiation, invoice management, and project closeouts.
• Support and assist with the Construction Proficiency Program when needed.
• Assist in ensuring District staff are given the opportunity to achieve all relevant proficiencies and qualifications.
• Conduct and document progress meetings, utility relocation meetings, and all other meetings pertinent to project completion on time and within budget.
• Provide exceptional customer service by facilitating the sharing of acquired knowledge with Project Teams, District staff, contractors, suppliers, utilities, and other project stakeholders.
• Support District offices and external partners by exercising effective listening skills and communicating effectively.

Qualifications

• Transportation Engineering Specialist 1: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering, Construction Project Management, or Concrete Industry Management
• Transportation Engineering Specialist 2: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering, Construction Project Management, or Concrete Industry Management and 1 Year of Demonstrated Competency in planning, developing and/or constructing projects
• Transportation Engineering Specialist 3: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Project Management, or Concrete Industry Management and 2 Years of Demonstrated Competency in planning, developing and/or constructing projects OR Master's Degree in Engineering, Construction Project Management, or Concrete Industry Management and 1 Year of Demonstrated Competency in planning, developing and/or constructing projects
• Transportation Engineering Specialist 4: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Project Management, or Concrete Industry Management and 3 Years of Demonstrated Competency in planning, developing and/or constructing projects OR Master's Degree in Engineering, Construction Project Management, or Concrete Industry Management and 2 Years of Demonstrated Competency in planning, developing and/or constructing projects

Skills

• Knowledge of engineering principles, potentially within a specific discipline as they relate to transportation projects
• Knowledgeable in the use of computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Skilled in basic technical writing
• Skilled in strong technical writing
• Skilled in working within a project team
• Skilled in managing time and prioritizing work items to ensure project assignments are completed
• Skilled in resolving conflicts, coaching, and mentoring others, and supporting a culture of accountability, collaboration, and accomplishment

Benefits

Salary range: $6,732.00 monthly/$80,784.00 annually - $7,405.00 monthly/$88,860.00 annually.