98004 - EDGE Construction Engineering
About The Position
This entry-level position prepares individuals to fill designated critical construction engineering roles and contribute to VDOT. The employee participates in the Employee Development Growth Experience (EDGE) Program and applies engineering studies as a VDOT engineer. Development focuses on the technical and leadership competencies required of an Architect Engineer I in the Construction discipline. The employee also performs special duties as assigned. The role develops knowledge across Construction, Environmental, Maintenance, Materials, Planning, Residency Operations, Right of Way, Roadway Design, Structure and Bridge, and Traffic Engineering and Operations. This includes field inspections and project documentation; maintenance systems and activities; quality assurance, pavement, and geotechnical engineering; residency operations; and roadway design and project development. VDOT employees must abide by VDOT’s Code of Ethics and the Commonwealth’s Standards of Conduct. All VDOT positions require pre-employment screenings, which may include a fingerprint-based criminal history background check, DMV record check, work history verification, references, pre-employment physical, and drug screen.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Engineering Management, or a related degree from an ABET-accredited program by the start of employment.
- Ability to pass the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (F.E.) and obtain the Engineering in Training (EIT) designation within 12 months of employment.
- Knowledge of highway construction principles.
- Ability to apply engineering knowledge to complete projects and other tasks.
- Ability to make independent decisions and identify efficient processes to produce results and maximize resources.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
- Knowledge of Civil Engineering or Construction Engineering principles as they relate to highway construction.
- Knowledge of roadway design criteria, construction methods, standards, specifications, and materials.
- Basic computer operations skills.
- Must be at least 18 years of age by the start of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Training, experience, or education in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience interpreting technical plans and specifications.
- Experience in roadway design and construction projects.
- Experience in roadway transportation.
- EIT designation at the time of employment.
Responsibilities
- Participate in the Employee Development Growth Experience (EDGE) Program and apply engineering studies in the role of a VDOT engineer.
- Develop technical and leadership competencies required for an Architect Engineer I in the Construction discipline.
- Demonstrate general knowledge of Construction, including field inspections and project documentation.
- Demonstrate general knowledge of Environmental, Maintenance, Materials, Planning, Right of Way, Structure and Bridge, and Traffic Engineering and Operations.
- Develop thorough knowledge of residency operations, including budget and preliminary engineering, land development, construction, and maintenance.
- Develop thorough knowledge of roadway principles and practices, including project development, geometric design, quality control, safety, engineering economics, environmental considerations, and construction techniques.
- Develop roadway designs for a wide range of complex transportation projects.
- Perform special duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
