Transportation Engineering Branch Manager

Employment Type: Executive Branch | Full Time | Ineligible for Overtime Pay | 37.5 hr/wk

Location: 800 Newtown Ct, Lexington, KY 40511 USA

About the Role

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is committed to meeting or exceeding the needs and expectations of our customers. Our focus is on people: our customers, our employees, and our partners. We will continually improve both the delivery of our products and services and the processes that support that delivery to provide a safe, efficient, environmentally sound, and fiscally responsible transportation system that delivers economic opportunity and enhances the quality of life in Kentucky.

By joining our Engineering Support Branch as a Transportation Engineering Branch Manager in Fayette County, you’ll have the opportunity to manage the activities and employees within a highway engineering branch to assure the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet mission is met with construction and maintenance projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the establishment and implementation of highway engineering programs.
• Plan, assign, supervise, and coordinate the work of professional and technical personnel.
• Supervise and evaluate engineering consultants.
• Assist Chief District Engineer with various federal, state, and local agencies.

Requirements

• Licensed as a professional engineer by the Kentucky State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.
• Four years of engineering experience in addition to that required for licensure as a professional engineer.
• Must possess a valid driver's license prior to employment.
• Must be licensed as a professional engineer by the Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors OR must be licensed in another state with the ability to obtain a Professional Engineering license from the Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors within the employee's initial six-month probationary period.
• Engineering decisions recommended by individuals without a Kentucky Professional Engineering License must be approved by a KRS Chapter 322 Licensed Professional Engineer until licensure is obtained.
• Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification.

Supervisory experience is preferred.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the office and in the field. Will be exposed to risks inherent to construction sites which require the following of safety procedures.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities and ongoing trainings.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Employee wellness programs.
• Comprehensive health with optional dental and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings.

Pay

Pay Grade 19 | $7,567.64 monthly