Transportation Engineering Technologist - Mineral County

West Virginia Department of Transportation • Burlington, WV

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Transportation Engineering Technologist (TRETCN Level 5) will report to the Materials Section of the District Five Construction Office in Mineral County. This position will perform the duties of the Materials Supervisor. Manages a unit in a district or division, or may manage a specific division-wide technical function requiring expert-level knowledge, or may be a licensed land surveyor. As a unit manager, duties include supervision of lower-level supervisors, technicians, and/or professional employees. Performs other related duties as required. Pay Grade: 19

Requirements

• Certification as an Engineering Technologist by the West Virginia Transportation Engineering Technician Certification Board.
• OR Pre-Certification as an Engineering Technologist by the West Virginia Transportation Engineering Technician Certification Board.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering.
• Knowledge of laws, policies, procedures, and regulations governing contracts, consultant agreements, purchasing, employment, and other matters.
• Knowledge of the internal operation of the Division of Highways.
• Knowledge of plan and specification requirements of the Division of Highways.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to read and comprehend plans and specifications.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to work harmoniously with other employees.
• Ability to supervise others.
• Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver's license is required.

Nice To Haves

• Employees functioning as a licensed land surveyor must have a current state license from the State Board of Examiners for Land.

Responsibilities

• Provide managerial oversight for subordinate supervisors and the program/projects to which they are assigned.
• Evaluate the work of subordinate supervisors and employees.
• Review and/or calculate technical data relating to engineering and construction projects.
• Review project design and construction plans prepared by consultants.
• Communicate with consultant engineers to discuss prospective or ongoing projects and plans.
• Perform field reviews of engineering and construction projects.
• Meet with various parties having an interest in projects, including representatives of state government, legislators, community leaders, regulators, and other interest groups.
• Monitor and manage budgets associated with projects.
• Read and interpret complex design and construction plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed