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Transportation Engineering Associate I (61035854)

State of South Carolina

Department of Transportation-District 6

Fresh

Location

South Carolina, 29201

Salary

$65,000 - $88,600

per year

Closes

March 30, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves inspecting construction sites to make sure contractors follow the rules and plans for road and transportation projects in South Carolina.

You'll help coordinate daily work between teams, collect data on progress, and test materials to ensure quality.

It's a good fit for someone with an engineering background who enjoys hands-on fieldwork, problem-solving, and working outdoors in various weather conditions.

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management (or equivalent)
  • Valid motor vehicle operator’s license
  • Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks like bending, stooping, climbing, and walking on rough terrain
  • Willingness to work outside normal hours, including during inclement weather or emergencies
  • Comfort working near moving traffic and in outdoor environments with noise and natural hazards
  • Experience or ability to inspect construction, test materials, and compile reports accurately

Full Job Description

Performs inspection duties and ensures contractor follows contract requirements and standard specifications. Assists project managers in making routine daily decisions concerning construction practices on assigned construction projects. Coordinates work between contractor and the department to ensure smooth progress of work. Ensures all data has been collected and compiled accurately on daily diaries and construction reports 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.

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.

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Posted on NEOGOV: 3/16/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/16/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-sc-5270706