Construction Management Area Supervisor (DOT)

State of careers Rhode Island

6d • $96,112 - $108,853 • Onsite

About The Position

Within the Department of Transportation (DOT) Division of Construction Management, this role is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day coordination, management, and supervision of contract construction for assigned highway, bridge, traffic, electrical, and information technology system (ITS) projects and their staffs. The position involves interpreting project plans, specifications, and designs to ensure projects remain on schedule, within scope, and are delivered at the highest quality. It also includes providing technical direction and supervision to Construction Management Residents, overseeing their inspection of workmanship, materials, and methods, and participating in the development and implementation of operational plans, policies, and processes for construction field management.

Requirements

• A thorough knowledge of the basic engineering principles, practices, methods, materials, and equipment used in highway, bridge, traffic, and lighting construction programs and the ability to apply such.
• A thorough knowledge of the State’s Procedures for Uniform Recordkeeping (PURK).
• A thorough knowledge of the basic materials used in construction and the ability to apply such knowledge in the inspection and evaluation of such in conformance with approved plans and specifications.
• The ability to read and interpret highway and bridge construction plans and specifications and to approve or reject non-material changes therein under the contract, or, to recommend needed changes in such plans and specifications.
• The ability to keep records and prepare reports concerning the work of subordinates engaged in a statewide program.
• The ability to develop and supervise a comprehensive work plan, program, and schedule.
• The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• The ability to assess needs and issues faced and to recommend solutions for the projects managed.
• The ability to administer and integrate diverse functions, assess effectiveness and cost of proposed plans.
• The ability to plan, organize, direct, coordinate, and evaluate the work of a subordinate staff engaged in carrying out a project.
• The ability to establish and maintain good relations with supervisors, subordinates, contractors, public officials, and the general public.
• Possession of a bachelor’s degree from a college of recognized standing in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a closely related field.
• A minimum of five (5) years of employment in a responsible supervisory position within the public or private sector involving highway and bridge design, construction management, traffic management, and/or construction materials quality control.
• Significant experience in management and supervision of the contract construction record keeping of highway, bridge, traffic, electrical, and information technology system (ITS) projects.

Nice To Haves

• Possession of an associate’s degree from a college of recognized standing in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a closely related field and a minimum of seven (7) years in a responsible supervisory position within the public or private sector involving highway and bridge design, construction management, traffic management, and/or construction materials quality control.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the day-to-day coordination, management, and supervision of contract construction for assigned highway, bridge, traffic, electrical, and information technology system (ITS) project activities and their assigned project staffs.
• Interpreting provisions of project plans, specifications, and designs.
• Assuring that projects are kept on schedule, within scope, and delivered at the highest quality.
• Providing technical direction and supervision of Construction Management Residents, and supervising their continuous inspection of workmanship, materials, and methods.
• Planning, directing, and participating in the development and implementation of operational plans, policies, and processes for construction field management.
• Performing advanced administrative and technical work involving the supervision of construction field management activities.
• Coordinating and supervising field engineering activities involving overlapping construction contracts.
• Determining partial and final payment amounts due to contractors.
• Serving as a liaison with local, state, and federal officials, and other emergency response agencies.
• Communicating information and working with interested parties to develop and implement plans and procedures.
• Conducting reviews, addressing issues, and resolving problems at assigned construction project worksites.
• Planning the structure, functions, and processes of the project team, including the development of work goals, plans, processes, and operational reporting systems.
• Interpreting and applying provisions of agency policies, procedures, and other regulations governing a healthy and safe work zone.
• Preparing correspondence and reports on issues and concerns.
• Assisting in the procurement of field operations equipment, goods, and services.
• Maintaining inventories, assigning equipment, and ensuring proper maintenance.
• Attending meetings, serving on task forces or committees to share information, develop proposals, programs, procedures, or courses of action.
• Preparing programs, estimates, and plans for various construction field operations.
• Meeting with representatives from state and local government and public works organizations to discuss construction project impacts and develop appropriate minimizing plans.
• Assisting in developing preliminary plans for asset preservation programs.
• Instructing assigned employees regarding proper record keeping methods and policies for the proper utilization of personnel, materials, and equipment.
• Assisting superiors in the ongoing evaluation of personnel.
• Reviewing and recommending action on estimates and requests for authorization for funds, personnel, materials, and equipment requirements.
• Reviewing and approving or denying daily and weekly attendance reports, leave requests, and authorization of required overtime by subordinates.

Benefits

• Information regarding benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees can be found at the Office of Employee Benefits' website.
• Direct deposit for all employees is required.
• Employees hired after September 30, 2014, must participate in the direct deposit system.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager