Construction Senior Engineer Associate

Maricopa County • Phoenix, AZ

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Construction Senior Engineer Associate serves in the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) Construction & Materials Division on Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and Minor Improvement Program (MIP) projects. The role manages and coordinates project documentation, records, reporting, tracking, contracts, payments, and federal compliance support. It serves as the contract management role for the Construction Branch, overseeing on-call construction management consultant, constructability, and job order contracts. The position uses software systems for construction management, scheduling, cost analysis, federal labor compliance, and DBE reporting, and is responsible for contract management, constructability reviews, and staff training.

The role coordinates project delivery and administration, reviews project and contract documents for compliance and constructability, monitors consultant deliverables, manages project records and closeouts, and supports federal and state audits and compliance requirements. It also develops and updates policies, procedures, manuals, and forms; trains staff and consultants; manages procurement and usage of designated contracts; and represents MCDOT in meetings with internal and external stakeholders.

The position may work in a hybrid arrangement after a brief training period. Work occurs in both office and field environments, with possible exposure to noise, odors, unsanitary conditions, chemicals, electricity, moving mechanical parts, varying weather, fumes, dust, mists, gases, and poor ventilation. The role may require exerting 20–25 pounds occasionally, 10–25 pounds frequently, or up to 10 pounds constantly. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Requirements

• Two years of professional pre-registration civil engineering experience or hydrology experience; certification as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) may substitute for the experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Structural, Chemical, Environmental, Mechanical, or another engineering discipline), Landscape Architecture, Surveying, Hydrology, Environmental Science, Geology, or a related field.
• A valid Arizona driver’s license at the time of hire, or the ability to obtain one by then.
• Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including exerting 20–25 pounds occasionally, 10–25 pounds frequently, or up to 10 pounds constantly.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of experience with federal construction projects; federal-aid highway or grant-funded services at the federal, state, or local government level; or construction contract compliance for horizontal projects.
• Postgraduate degrees or professional-level related experience may substitute for education or experience on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver construction projects for the Transportation Improvement Program and Minor Improvement Program, including contract preparation and administration, expenditure monitoring, cost estimate review, financial information collection, and project cash-flow tracking and forecasting.
• Review special provisions, project plans, and project documents for compliance with construction standards, applicable laws and regulations, and constructability.
• Participate in development of upcoming projects; interpret plans, specifications, and contracts; attend project meetings; coordinate kickoff and partnering meetings; track issues and change order requests; attend punch list and final walkthroughs; and compile lessons learned.
• Set up project folders and consultant projects in department applications; make project plans and related documents accessible; review subcontracts, Subcontract Request Forms, insurance certificates, bid documents, and bidder costs; and maintain accurate Construction Branch records and reporting.
• Review construction contract documents, subcontracts, and contractor submittals for county, state, and federal compliance, and develop or implement corrective actions when needed.
• Track and manage reporting and requirements for TIP and MIP project closeouts, including independent compliance audits, documentation of change orders, requests for information and pay estimates, audit responses, project file quality control, and filing structures across department platforms.
• Manage Job Order, Construction Management, and Constructability On-Call Contracts, including preparing solicitation documents, leading procurement through award, monitoring assignments and compliance, negotiating fees annually, tracking usage and monetary limits, and advising staff and contract holders.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve construction project compliance and efficiency; train internal and consultant staff; coordinate partnering meetings; and represent MCDOT in meetings such as pre-bid meetings.
• Provide backup support for contractor and agency interfaces, including disseminating procedures and directives, interpreting federal, state, and local requirements, initiating corrective actions for noncompliance, reviewing Buy America and BABA paperwork, and maintaining construction bulletin board compliance.
• Lead ADOT Construction Administration recertification efforts, compile and reconcile audit responses and findings, disseminate regulatory and agency updates, participate in quarterly peer group meetings, mentor peer group members, and serve as a primary consultant contact on compliance and procedural questions.
• Lead updates to the Construction Manual, including its Federal section, and track changes to construction forms as regulations and policies change.
• Conduct comprehensive constructability reviews and develop and deliver training for engineering staff on review procedures, documentation standards, and practices for identifying and resolving design-phase constructability issues.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Hybrid work schedule option after a brief training period
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost healthcare for the employee and qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to the Maricopa County Kids Club
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness program with an incentive
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, with a defined retirement benefit and a 100% employer match on the required 11.98% per-paycheck contribution

What This Job Offers

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