Engineer Manager Licensed 14 (Construction Engineer) - Detroit TSC

About the role

As the engineering manager licensed 14 for the Michigan Department of Transportation's (MDOT) Detroit Transportation Service Center, you will lead professional engineering staff and technicians. You will coordinate with TSC leadership, regional partners, contractors, and MDOT’s central office in Lansing to ensure projects are delivered successfully while maintaining alignment across the department.

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of TSC transportation processes for in-house construction engineering, inspection, and oversight of transportation projects, as well as acting as the engineer of record for MDOT construction contracts as assigned.
• Initiate and maintain contact with local communities to jointly review and resolve transportation issues.
• Proactively work with the TSC manager to meet the operational needs of external customers and negotiate agreements where appropriate.
• Cook up coordination, assignment, and training of staff in conjunction with the TSC manager and region training coordinator.
• Provide direction and oversight of staff activities and practices, determine best practices, and ensure the sharing of these best practices across the state.
• Implement and administer processes and process improvements to ensure delivery of high-quality products and services.

Requirements

The position requires possession of a valid driver’s license to perform field reviews and respond to emergencies. The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $120,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Possession of a bachelor of science degree in engineering.
• Five years of professional experience equivalent to an Engineer, including three years equivalent to an Engineer P11; two years equivalent to an Engineer 12, Engineer Manager 12, or Engineer Manager-Licensed 12; or, one year equivalent to an Engineer Manager 13, Engineer Manager-Licensed 13, Engineering Specialist 13, or Engineering Specialist-Licensed 13.

Skills

Strong leadership skills, technical expertise, and ability to solve challenging engineering problems are essential. You should also enjoy mentoring engineers and technicians and building strong, high-performing teams.

Benefits

For additional information on benefits, visit www.mi.gov/employeebenefits or www.mi.gov/orsstatedc. The State of Michigan is recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. The State of Michigan fosters positive employee engagement and has received awards for this.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $120,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate work schedule requests for this position may be considered.