Project Engineer (Transportation Engineering Technician IV)
About The Position
This position serves a dual role as a Project Engineer on small to medium MDTA construction contracts or as a Lead Inspector on major bridge and highway construction projects. The employee ensures compliance with contract specifications, provides guidance to less experienced staff, and performs duties under the direction of a Construction Manager and/or Area Engineer. The current vacancy is located in Baltimore, MD. MDTA employees are offered a generous benefits package including a minimum of 11 paid holidays, a minimum of 27 days of leave annually (personal, vacation, and sick), access to the State Pension System, deferred compensation plans, excellent health, dental, and vision plans, and more! May be prorated based on start date.
Requirements
- Graduation from a standard high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate
- Five years of experience in technical engineering related work in the areas of design, traffic, construction, materials testing, engineering surveys, maintenance, or planning
- Six (6) months of this experience must include performing inspections on major bridge or highway construction projects
- Possess a Driver’s License valid in the State of Maryland
Nice To Haves
- National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Certification or other in-house certifications may be required for some positions
- Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) certification for inspection of In-Service Bridges, or have the ability to acquire this certificate within a given time period
- American Society for Non-Destructive Testing Level II Certification
- Certification in field testing procedures in concrete, soil aggregate and Hot Mix Asphalt within a given time period
Responsibilities
- Supervise and direct inspection staff by assigning duties, providing guidance, and ensuring all work is completed accurately and in accordance with contract requirements
- Monitor contractor compliance through daily coordination, field inspections, and communication with contractors and their representatives
- Coordinate construction activities among contractors, the MDTA, and other stakeholders to minimize disruptions
- Review and enforce Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) plans to ensure safe operations, including coordination with MDTA Operations Center and project personnel
- Evaluate project documentation with project leadership to address revisions, delays, and changes
- Communicate potential risks such as traffic, weather, and constructability issues to supervisors
- Review work plans and provide recommendations during project meetings
- Prepare punch lists and Non-Conformance Reports to address deficiencies
- Maintain accurate project records, including as-built drawings and progress updates to support scheduling and project tracking
Benefits
- minimum of 11 paid holidays
- minimum of 27 days of leave annually (personal, vacation, and sick)
- access to the State Pension System
- deferred compensation plans
- excellent health, dental, and vision plans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
