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Posted: February 18, 2026 (1 day ago)

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Transportation Engineering Associate III - Assistant Resident Construction Engineer (61036993)

State of South Carolina

Department of Transportation-District 7

Fresh

Location

South Carolina, 29210

Salary

$74,500 - $119,500

per year

Closes

March 4, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves assisting in overseeing construction projects for roads and infrastructure, ensuring everything follows plans, supervising teams in the field, and handling paperwork like payments and changes.

It's a hands-on role that requires being out on sites, dealing with contractors, and keeping projects safe and on track.

A good fit would be someone with engineering or construction experience who likes working outdoors, solving problems on the spot, and managing people in a government setting.

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management
  • Three years of engineering or construction management work experience (or equivalent)
  • Valid motor vehicle operator’s license
  • Ability to supervise field engineers and technicians
  • Knowledge of construction sampling, testing, and quality assurance
  • Physical ability to work in rough terrain, near traffic, and in all weather conditions
  • Willingness to travel, work extended hours, and handle emergencies

Full Job Description

Serves as Assistant Resident Construction Engineer. Helps ensure projects are properly staffed.

Supervises field engineers and technicians to ensure minimum sampling and testing requirements and quality assurance specifications are met.

Verifies construction activity is properly documented by field inspectors and engineers. Verifies quantities measured for payment to the contractor are accurate.

Produces monthly estimates for approval. Produces any necessary change orders for approval. Monitors assigned projects, ensuring compliance with contract plans and specifications.

Ensures all construction-related right-of-way agreements are followed during construction. Assists the Resident Construction Engineer with contract administration.

Reviews and processes contractor submittals and project closeout. Meets with contractors concerning construction related issues.

As a representative of the SCDOT, helps resolve construction conflicts and ensures the interests of the Department are clearly communicated and protected in the process.

Assists the Resident Construction Engineer with miscellaneous office management tasks, human resources management, ensures a safe and productive work environment, etc.

Attends preconstruction conferences and other meetings on behalf of Resident Construction Engineer. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management and three (3) years of engineering or construction management work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.


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 required 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.

Additional Information

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: 2/18/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/18/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-sc-5239633