Part-Time, Pavement Manager (PE I) - Grand Junction

State of Colorado•Denver, CO

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position will be responsible for analyzing roadway distress data, recommending pavement surface treatment strategies utilizing the Deighton Total Infrastructure Management System (dTIMS) program, preparing estimates for recommended projects, preparing pavement designs and materials recommendations, project support for preconstruction and construction, and preconstruction project management and design of surface treatment projects. Will be required to stamp plans and specifications using PE license.

Requirements

Current, valid licensure as a Professional Engineer from the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers, and Professional Land Surveyors.
A current valid driver 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
Civil engineering design and construction knowledge and experience, including current working knowledge of civil engineering processes, theories, laws, principles, conceptual models, and best practices
Comprehensive knowledge and experience with designing and advertising highway related transportation projects
Knowledge of local issues and concerns in the program area
Knowledge and experience with the CDOT Design Manual, CDOT Materials Manual, CDOT Project Development Manual, Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), AASHTO Geometric Design of Highways and Streets, AASHTO Roadside Design Guide, AASHTO Highway Safety Manual, as well as federal and state regulations
Progressively responsible experience in project or program management experience, including the ability to successfully plan, organize, and manage multiple, concurrent projects or tasks of varying complexities
Knowledge of the National Environmental Policy Act and other clearances/regulations that are required to advertise a state project
Experience managing and overseeing contractors and consultants
Ability to assign work and direct project staff
Experience managing budgets to ensure cost effectiveness of projects or programs
Excellent facilitation, presentation, and communication skills, both written and oral
Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy
Conscientious in completing assigned duties
Strong mathematical skills
Effective interpersonal and relationship buildings skills
Excellent planning, organizational, time and project management skills and experience
Strong analytical, reasoning, problem solving, and decision making ability
Passion for safety
Experience working with general public, professionals, special interest groups, elected or appointed officials with sensitivity to their needs and priorities
Experience negotiating with individuals or groups to find mutually acceptable solutions; experience building consensus through give and take
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to critically evaluate and analyze information
Ability to work effectively independently as well as in collaborative team situations
Experience identifying and analyzing problems using sound reasoning to arrive at conclusions
Flexibility/adaptability in response to changing conditions or unexpected obstacles
Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access), Gmail, Google Applications, Adobe, SAP, MS Project, MicroStation, OpenRoads Design, and the ability to quickly learn other software systems.

Responsibilities

Analyze current and historical pavement distress and project data with the assistance of computer modeling software to prepare a list of potential projects for the Regional annual resurfacing plan.
Validate the accuracy of raw distress data, determine where discrepancies have occurred, and correct as appropriate.
Determine the nature and extent of preliminary investigation and data analysis required to effectively evaluate the region pavement management plan.
Using the dTIMS (Deighton Infrastructure Management System) software, obtain and validate a list of potential projects that match the requirements for management of Surface Treatment Asset funds.
Apply CDOT procedures, specifications, guidelines, engineering principles, PE license, and personal experience in the design and selection of the most economical stabilized pavement section. This process includes preparing engineering design and cost analysis methods of different categories and thicknesses of surfacing and service life used to determine the lowest life cycle cost applicable for use in construction projects.
Prepare Materials Recommendation Reports based on data, budget, stakeholder input, and engineering judgment.
Ensure design staff are provided with Materials Recommendations and review plans and specifications to ensure recommendations are included.
Update specifications to incorporate changes requested by Design or Construction personnel and to address past problems.
Serve as pre-construction project manager for assigned projects, setting up and managing the PDP (Project Development Plan) and design meetings including at a minimum Scoping, FIR (Field Inspection Review), FOR (Final Office Review).
Create PS & E (Plans, Specifications and Estimate) packages for the assigned surface treatment projects, using current CDOT approved design software.
Follow the requirements of the Project Development Manual and coordinate with the design team manager for the residency by which the project will be constructed.
Track various pavement treatments and compare the data to the predictions made by pavement design and pavement management programs.
Prepare and deliver reports, presentations and training on pavement management and other materials related topics when requested by the Region Materials Engineer.