Maintenance & Operations Project Coordinator (State Employees Only)

State of Oregon•Salem, OR

2d•$7,049 - $10,936•Hybrid

About The Position

The Oregon Department of Transportation’s Delivery & Operations Division, Region 2, Maintenance and Operations Unit is hiring a Professional Engineer 1 to coordinate maintenance and operations projects in Salem. The coordinator acts as ODOT’s general contractor and contract administrator, developing and managing strategies to improve highways, bridges, culverts, and other infrastructure by prioritizing and delivering projects effectively. The position develops project development and construction strategies and workplans supporting Statewide Transportation Improvement Programs; develops and manages maintenance contracts for outsourced highway construction projects; coordinates design and construction efforts with external and internal stakeholders; manages engineering and construction authorizations and budgets; and participates in regional management and statewide coordination. The role also involves maintaining partnerships with local agencies, contractors, utilities, and other stakeholders, overseeing consultant and contractor work, conducting field evaluations and inspections, and communicating project information to ODOT communications and dispatch teams. The position works in an office environment at least two days per week, with hybrid work options available. Applicants must be current State of Oregon employees at the time of application in a permanent, seasonal, limited-duration, or temporary position.

Requirements

Must be a current State of Oregon employee at the time of application in a permanent, seasonal, limited-duration, or temporary position.
Possess a civil engineering (CE) or structural engineering (SE) license in Oregon, or be able to obtain one within six months of hire.
Applicants registered as engineers in another state must obtain a temporary permit to practice engineering under ORS 672.109 within six months of hire.
Must have a valid U.S. driver license and an acceptable driving record; driving is an essential function of the position.
Some positions in this class may require other professional credentials or certifications.

Nice To Haves

Experience resolving complex transportation issues involving multiple agencies.
Experience handling multiple project management assignments simultaneously.
Ability to communicate clearly with field personnel, managers, contractors, and the public.
Project management certification or program management experience.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement project development and construction strategies and workplans in support of Statewide Transportation Improvement Programs.
Develop maintenance contracts for outsourced highway construction projects, from scoping through inspection and contract close-out.
Manage maintenance contracts as project manager, coordinating and communicating with outside agencies, vendors, internal crews, and FHWA on design and construction efforts.
Manage engineering and construction authorizations and budgets to prioritize maintenance projects.
Participate in the Region’s management team on project delivery, business planning, performance measurements, process improvements, environmental compliance, and interaction with statewide teams.
Develop ongoing working relationships with local agencies, partners, contractors, utilities, and other business lines to enhance community involvement.
Assign, schedule, direct, review, and accept consultant and contractor work to ensure it meets ODOT engineering standards.
Perform field evaluations and inspections of site conditions and issues on state highways.
Communicate project information to ODOT’s Public Information Office and communications teams.
Communicate project information to ODOT Dispatch for updates to VMS and TripCheck.