Engineer in Training III, Alternative Delivery Project Support (Denver)

State of Colorado•Denver, CO

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Engineer in Training III (EIT III) works in the Colorado Department of Transportation's (CDOT's) Alternative Delivery Program. The Alternative Delivery Program (ADP) supports the CDOT statewide Regions in the delivery of projects through the use of alternative delivery methods such as Design-Build (DB), Progressive Design-Build (PDB), and Contract Manager/General Contractor (CM/GC). The Alternative Delivery Program is responsible for establishing a consistent approach to the application of alternative delivery methods in compliance with state and federal requirements, evaluating and assessing alternative and emerging delivery methods for potential application, providing consultation, guidance, and support to the CDOT statewide Regions in the selection, development, and delivery of projects using alternative delivery methods, serving as a subject matter resource to support decision-making and the application of industry best practices, representing CDOT in coordination with public and private sector partners at the state, national, and international levels to exchange information, research, and best practices, and providing consultation and support to local agencies using alternative delivery methods on federally funded projects. Under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer, the EIT III applies engineering principles, theories and judgment to support the Alternative Delivery Program. This position supports the Alternative Delivery Program Manager (ADPM) in providing assistance to CDOT’s statewide regional project teams in the implementation of alternative delivery methods. The position provides training, resources, and guidance to project teams to support consistent application of alternative delivery methods and compliance with applicable state and federal requirements. Responsibilities include assisting with technical support, research, developing tools and guidance, and document review. The position may provide recommendations as directed by the ADPM. This position may be assigned to support priority or time-sensitive efforts, including legislative inquiries, grant applications, program initiatives, and emergency response efforts. In these assignments, the position contributes research, technical input, and subject matter support. The EIT III is the third position in the professional training series.

Requirements

Current enrollment as an Engineer Intern by the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors AND one (1) year of engineering experience.
Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks.
It is a CDOT condition of employment that individuals hired for Engineer-In-Training positions must obtain licensure as a professional engineer by the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers, and Professional Land Surveyors within eight years of initial appointment to an EIT position.
A current valid driver’s license is required for all Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) positions which require operating a state or personal motor vehicle to perform one or more essential functions of the position.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section
Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position
Highest work/personal ethics and integrity
Experience applying engineering principles, theories, processes and best practices
Knowledge and experience with civil engineering design and construction for transportation projects
Knowledge of CDOT Project Development Manual, CDOT CM/GC Manual, CDOT Design-Build Manual, CDOT PDSM Guidance Document
Experience with, and/or interest in working on Alternative Delivery Projects: Design-Build (DB), Progressive Design-Build (PDB), and Contract Manager/General Contractor (CM/GC)
Experience communicating technical information
Ability to work under tight deadlines and be adaptable to changing assignments
Ability to take initiative to solve problems in an innovative manner
Ability to work with a variety of stakeholders with sensitivity to their needs, priorities, promises made and commitments
Effective interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Strong time and project management skills, including prioritization
Excellent reasoning, investigative, analytical, and problem-solving ability
Excellent facilitation, presentation, and communication skills, both written and oral
Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy
Passion for safety
Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Gmail and Google Applications, SAP, and the ability to quickly learn other software systems.

Responsibilities

Provide direct support to CDOT Statewide Regions in the implementation of alternative delivery methods on projects including: Working with Region Project Teams to apply the CDOT Project Delivery Selection Matrix, including facilitating discussions and providing technical input. Providing guidance, training, and resources to support the selection and implementation of appropriate delivery methods. Providing technical support and assisting with alignment to program guidance and requirements. Communicating the benefits, risks, and key considerations of alternative delivery methods to support informed decision-making. Assisting project teams in identifying and addressing compliance considerations with applicable federal, state, and local requirements. Serving as a point of contact for Region inquiries and providing timely, responsive support. Managing multiple priorities in support of several projects to ensure project teams are prepared to deliver an alternative delivery program/project success
Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of Alternative Delivery Program tools, guidance, and resources including: Assisting in the development, update, and maintenance of program documentation, including guidance, manuals, and templates. Assisting in the development and delivery of training and resource materials for internal stakeholders. Conducting research and compiling information on industry practices, lessons learned, and emerging delivery methods. Assisting in tracking and maintaining program and project data to support reporting and decision-making. Updating program tools and systems, including dashboards or other tracking mechanisms. Assisting the ADPM with consultant procurement activities, including scope development and task order support, as assigned. Providing input to support program communications, policy considerations, and continuous improvement efforts. Participating in internal and external meetings, peer exchanges, or conferences and shares relevant information with the program.
Other duties as assigned.