Transportation Civil Engineer, Consultant Project Management

Job Description

District 7 Engineering Office:  This position will work in the District’s Consultant Contracts section under the direction of the District Contract Manager (P.E.).  This role will work on a wide variety of ODOT and local transportation projects (i.e. roadway, bridge, culvert, active transportation, etc.). Responsibilities include working closely with consultant teams and internal subject matter experts on reviews as well as collaborate with external partners and agencies.

Generates standard detailed drawings in the Office of Production under the general supervision of a licensed professional engineer for specific portions of construction (e.g. using CADD or drafting equipment), maintenance and planning of transportation projects (e.g. applies knowledge of soils, slope of land & availability of existing drainage & structural design to establish precedents to meet estimated load requirements, improve efficiency, safety, economy & environmental compatibility) & assists in review of highway & bridge construction plans, right-of-way plans, contracts & cost estimates for technical accuracy. Performs field review to evaluate land feature that will impact design of project. Coordinates and requests field work as necessary. Under the supervision of higher level exempt engineer, assists in the necessary geometrics and analytical calculations; calculates quantities. Assures accurate and timely updating of management information systems as they relate to the delivery of the program, (i.e. ELLIS, TMS) and assures that the business rules, policies, and procedures are implemented, used, and maintained as standard business practice in the designated work environments.

Prepares required reports relative to assigned projects/plans; prepares or reviews cost estimates; confers with supervisor or higher level engineer regarding unusual or complex problems or to obtain approval on plans.

Reviews and checks plans for engineering accuracy and compliance with design criteria; prepares construction change orders; maintains project records.

Performs other duties as assigned by higher authority. Meets with the public, government officials, & property owners to provide information regarding the design of projects. Attends training, technical and professional meetings to keep informed of new design criteria and policies.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering; Accepted for Basic Fundamentals of Engineering Examination (EIT exam) by Ohio Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors.

Job Skills: Civil Engineering

Technical Skills: Civil Engineering

Professional Skills: Active Learning, Teamwork, Time Management

Supplemental Information

ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/ EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.

If operating state-owned vehicle, must show proof of valid driver's license OR must provide own transportation.

Valid certificate as Engineer-In-Training issued or accepted as equivalent by Ohio Board of Registration of Professional Engineers & Surveyors.

This position is overtime eligible per FLSA Standards. 

All candidates applying for employment opportunities should be authorized to work in the United States.

All Bargaining Unit new hires MUST serve a one (1) year probationary period.

Position will be filled pursuant to the provision of the OCSEA/AFSCME Contract.

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check.  Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position.  An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.