Engineer-In-Training III, Traffic Construction - Denver

State of Colorado•Denver, CO

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is within the Traffic and Safety Construction unit, located in Denver. This unit manages the construction phase of Traffic Engineering projects, reviews and comments on plans and specs prior to advertisement, and reviews/approves contractor's construction methods, procedures, materials, and end products to ensure compliance with engineering details, specifications, and building codes. The goal is to ensure safe and efficient development of all transportation infrastructure projects within CDOT Region-1 right of way, resolve contractor disputes and claims, and provide support for working drawings. The position also ensures As-Built plans are completed and submitted, provides traffic engineering expertise to construction field personnel, tracks and documents construction activities, participates in consultant selection, monitors contract administration, approves contract payments, and reviews monthly progress reports. As the Engineering-In-Training III, Traffic Construction, you will work under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer, applying engineering theories, principles, and practices to construction projects while expanding your engineering knowledge. You will manage assigned engineering construction projects as the Project Engineer, overseeing day-to-day construction management of multiple projects. Responsibilities include monitoring construction productivity, budget, and schedule performance, ensuring changes to specifications, work scope, and drawings are implemented and documented, and identifying and resolving technical issues in the construction process. You will also ensure all materials used comply with Project Specifications, CDOT Specifications, and building codes, and prepare and approve monthly pay estimates, track project expenditures, and forecast future funding needs.

Requirements

Current enrollment as an Engineer Intern by the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors
One (1) year of professional experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position
Must pass a pre-employment screening, which may include a social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks.
Required to obtain your registration as a licensed Professional Engineer from the Colorado State Board or Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers, and Professional Land Surveyors within eight years of hire.

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.
Comprehensive experience analyzing data from multiple sources.
Knowledge and experience with engineering pavement design.
Knowledge and experience with CDOT's Pavement Design Manual, CDOT Field Materials Manual, CDOT Laboratory Manual, AASHTO Roadside Design Guide, Highway Capacity Manual, A Policy on Geometric Design of Highway and Streets, CDOT Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction, and CDOT M&S Standard Plans.
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 and multi-tasking ability.
Excellent reasoning, investigative, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent facilitation, presentation, and communication skills, both written and oral.
Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy.
Passion for safety.
Ability to work effectively in both independent and team situations.
Fluency in MS Word, MS Excel, Gmail, Google Applications, SAP, AASHTO PMED, and the ability to quickly learn other software systems.

Responsibilities

Oversee construction operations to ensure compliance with the plans, specifications, and purpose of design.
Ensure conformance to safety best practices by monitoring construction activities, and requesting changes be made when unsafe practices are seen.
Evaluate materials, equipment and systems for their acceptability for incorporation or use in a construction project.
Assist design engineers in constructability reviews.
Apply engineering theories and principles to situations that may not be covered by present design standards, references and codes.
Be fluent in using CDOT Construction Manual, M&S Standards (Modeling and Simulation) and CDOT Standard and Specification for Road and Bridge Construction.
Be fluent in Region-1 Lane Closure Strategies, CDOT’s AASHTOWare Construction (American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials) and Materials Application Program.
Approve and certify that the contractor's construction methods, lane closure procedures, submitted materials, and end products are in compliance with the project plans, specifications, CDOT’s M&S Standards and MUTCD (Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices).
Ensure that all construction requirements are met including confirming that construction is following all plans and specs, applying CDOT standards when applicable, and applying standards of local agencies when applicable.
Ensure pay documentation is being generated and stored in an appropriate manner.
Ensure compliance with Davis Bacon Wages, local minimum wages, and ensure all federal regulations are met for all staff working on projects.
Provide guidance to the local agencies in completing project documentation.
Create and modify processes that improve local agency compliance with Federal regulations.
Analyze requests for payment form the local agency, and issue payment when appropriate.
Understand and apply federal, state, and local laws that apply to federally funded CDOT construction projects and local agency construction projects.
Ensure contractors are submitting all required documentation to meet state and federal civil rights regulations.
Initiate, prepare, design, negotiate, and authorize contract modification orders to remedy any unforeseen problems.
Compile all relevant documentation, formulate and authorize final settlements.
Ascertain the validity of contractor requests or disputes for additional compensation not specifically governed by contract.
Analyze the feasibility of contractor's construction methods and schedules in conjunction with the project's complexities, anticipated conflicts, and problems to ensure successful completion of the project, and prevent potential disputes and lawsuits.
Attend all required training and classes.
Other duties as assigned by management.