Highway Design Supervisor

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Blair County, PA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Highway Design Supervisor oversees transportation projects from initial planning through completion, managing schedules, budgets, resources, design tasks, reviews, and quality standards. The position leads project teams, coordinates with internal and external stakeholders, and ensures compliance with state and federal requirements. The supervisor also coordinates consultant selection and agreements, reviews engineering deliverables, supports construction staff, and contributes to employee development.

This is a full-time position with work hours of 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Part-time telework may be available for employees with a securely configured high-speed internet connection who work from an approved location in Pennsylvania. Employees unable to telework may report to the headquarters office in Hollidaysburg. Telework availability may change.

Requirements

• One year as a Highway Designer (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or five years of professional highway design experience, including six months of CADD operation, and an associate degree in civil engineering, drafting, or design technology; or two years of professional highway design experience, including six months of CADD operation, and a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Possession of an active driver's license.
• Must meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee transportation project delivery from initial planning through completion.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, design tasks, required reviews, resources, and quality standards to support on-time delivery.
• Lead consultant selection processes, review technical proposals, and approve agreements and invoices.
• Verify that engineering plans, reports, permits, and other documents meet safety standards and PennDOT policies.
• Assign work, coach staff, evaluate performance, and guide employee development.
• Coordinate with municipalities, agencies, and the public to share information and resolve project-related concerns.
• Assist Construction Unit staff and participate in after-action reviews for completed projects.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree