Transportation Engineering Associate I (61035513)

Full Job Description

Perform inspections duties and ensures contractor adheres to SCDOT plans, standard specifications, and contract requirements. Assists project managers in making routine daily decisions concerning construction practices on assigned construction projects. Ensures all data has been collected and compiled accurately on daily diaries and construction repots according to department policy. Responsible for final construction plans on assigned projects. Ensures that proper sampling and testing of materials are performed according to the department specifications. Assists in office and managerial procedures, corresponding with contractors and department personnel on assigned projects. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management; or an approved acceptable equivalence.

Physical Requirement: The physical demands for the essential functions of this position involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time. This position may require travel. This position may require bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, and kneeling. This position requires driving and walking for extended periods, treading rough and uneven terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental-related emergencies. This position may be exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions and noise. Physical ability to climb up and down bridges in performance of duties. Must be able to lift heavy loads in testing concrete and climb ladders for inspection. Also, balancing, stooping kneeling, reaching, standing and walking can be expected. Work is subject to outside working conditions, including extreme heat and cold as well as wind, rain, noise, and equipment.

A motor vehicle operator’s license is required.

Additional Information

Applications accepted on-line at careers.sc.gov. Supplemental questions are considered part of the application and must be completed. Additional questions regarding the application process should be directed to: District 6 HR at 843-740-1665.

Non Discrimination Statement:
The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.