Senior Civil Engineer Supervisor (Transportation)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Chester County, PA

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Civil Engineer Supervisor (Transportation) leads inspection activities, directs construction oversight, and provides engineering guidance to ensure highway and bridge projects meet required standards. The position oversees construction inspections, resolves technical problems, supports project documentation, and coordinates with partners throughout construction. It also involves leading staff, planning and evaluating work, conducting performance reviews, identifying training needs, and supporting 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 and rotating on-call duties. Overtime may be required as needed. Part-time, ad-hoc telework may be available from an approved location in Pennsylvania with a securely configured high-speed internet connection; otherwise, the employee may report to the headquarters office in Coatesville. Telework availability may change. The starting annual salary for candidates new to Commonwealth of Pennsylvania employment is $80,646 before taxes.

Requirements

• One of the following experience and education combinations: six years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty and an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists; or five years of such experience, the certificate, and an associate’s degree in civil engineering technology or a closely related engineering discipline; or two years of professional civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty and a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical evaluations to resolve complex construction issues and support field decisions.
• Manage construction activities, interpret plans, and ensure work meets design standards and specifications.
• Coordinate with municipalities, utilities, emergency services, and other partners to resolve project concerns.
• Prepare work orders, estimates, reports, and material certifications for project tracking and compliance.
• Direct inspection of materials and workmanship and review construction practices for quality and safety.
• Plan and evaluate staff work, conduct performance reviews, guide training needs, and support staff development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior