Highway Design Supervisor - Squad Leader

Full Job Description

Are you an innovative leader with a passion for excellence? The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, District 6, is on the lookout for a skilled and committed Highway Design Supervisor - Squad Leader to enhance our dedicated team. In this essential role, you will be instrumental in the planning, design, and execution of highway construction projects throughout the state. If you are devoted to public service and eager to contribute to the safety of our communities, we invite you to apply.

Requirements

This role advances PennDOT by supporting the planning and management of a highway design squad within the Plans Unit.

The position involves overseeing the functional activities of Project Supervisors, Civil Engineers, Draftsman Designers, and other temporary staff, including the approval of leave, time, and expenses, as well as conducting Employee Performance Evaluations.

You will be tasked with developing comprehensive design packages for one or more complex or moderately complex in-house projects, maintaining project data in ECMS, and coordinating design efforts while fostering effective relationships with various Department Units, outside agencies, and public officials to adhere to the established letting schedule.Additionally, the role includes obtaining necessary approvals and clearances, monitoring project costs throughout all phases, and preparing reports to adjust project funding as needed.

The individual will also guide subordinates in creating design packages for less complex projects, conduct preliminary and final plan reviews to ensure compliance with design criteria, and represent the Plans Engineer at public meetings and other relevant functions.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 5 days per pay period.

In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.

If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in King of Prussia. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.

Additional details may be provided during the interview.

• This position may be eligible for alternate work schedule (AWS)
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a Highway Designer (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Five years of professional experience in highway design work including six months of CADD operation; and an Associate's Degree in civil engineering, drafting, or design technology; or
• Two years of professional civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

• This particular position requires possession of a an active drivers license.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position.

Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position.

No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.

Your score is valid for this specific posting only.You must provide complete and accurate information or:your score may be lower than deserved.you may be disqualified.You may only apply/test once for this posting.Your results will be provided via email.