Transportation Manager 2 District 8 CPA Construction, PN20062802

State of Ohio • Lebanon, OH

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About The Position

This position will provide project administration and daily oversight for a variety of construction projects within the district from time of sale through project finalization. This will include the supervising and development of project inspection personnel. The desired candidate will be a strong communicator, with solid construction knowledge and problem-solving skills. Official Position Description: Establishes & implements operational plan for project activities to ensure efficient & safe use of equipment & personnel to perform earthwork, excavation, embankment, drainage, structures (both minor & major), concrete pavement, bituminous asphalt paving & berm work , electrical & signing, clearing & grubbing operations, seeding & mulching, etc., inclusive of all elements of projects as described by contract; works directly under Project Engineer to assist in the oversight of testing of concrete, asphalt concrete & aggregates for quality control & compaction of soil; provides technical assistance to other agency managers in area of expertise & evaluates & recommends changes in work practices which impact program; operates state vehicle to travel to job sites & assure that projects are completed (i.e., check contractor compliance with state specifications); uses laptop computer & related software(e.g., Microsoft Office) to prepare reports, enter notes for construction diaries & refers to portable files for specification notes & plans; assists Project Engineer in enforcement of safety practices relating to inspection of roadway construction activities; assists in the audit of construction projects for compliance with ODOT's documentation procedures which involves auditing pay quantities & all supporting documentation; assures accuracy of data entered into transportation management system (TMS); utilizes knowledge of ODOT's construction procedure manuals, specifications & their applications as they apply to proper documentation of required work; works with multiple areas (e.g., test lab, projects, construction office); determines & resolve any difference prior to approval & certification. Prepares & keeps complete file for project activities (e.g., plans showing locations, character, dimensions & details of work, daily diaries, contractor's estimates, field calculations, field measurements, etc.) assures pay quantities are correct & all contract features are accurately recorded; operates computer to enter & retrieve data from Site-Manager & related systems; acts as liaison between contractors, utilities, railroads, material suppliers & District Transportation Engineer 3 & 4's to insure successful development, implementation & administration of projects. Reviews warranty projects & prepares reports based on the review using a computer & related software (e.g., Microsoft Office); assures assigned state equipment is maintained & in good working condition; attends construction schools & assists in presenting information at construction schools using a computer & related software (e.g., Microsoft Office). Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in supervisory principles & techniques or management
• 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in inventory control
• Valid driver license
• 3 yrs trg. or 3 yrs exp. in highway maintenance, associated safety practices, & using/operating associated equipment
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
• Note: if position will be assigned to operate motorized equipment of size & type regulated by Sections 4506.1, 4506.03 & 4506.12 of Ohio Revised Code, applicant must also have valid commercial driver license, if required to operate state vehicle

Responsibilities

• Establishes & implements operational plan for project activities to ensure efficient & safe use of equipment & personnel to perform earthwork, excavation, embankment, drainage, structures (both minor & major), concrete pavement, bituminous asphalt paving & berm work , electrical & signing, clearing & grubbing operations, seeding & mulching, etc., inclusive of all elements of projects as described by contract
• Works directly under Project Engineer to assist in the oversight of testing of concrete, asphalt concrete & aggregates for quality control & compaction of soil
• Provides technical assistance to other agency managers in area of expertise & evaluates & recommends changes in work practices which impact program
• Operates state vehicle to travel to job sites & assure that projects are completed (i.e., check contractor compliance with state specifications)
• Uses laptop computer & related software(e.g., Microsoft Office) to prepare reports, enter notes for construction diaries & refers to portable files for specification notes & plans
• Assists Project Engineer in enforcement of safety practices relating to inspection of roadway construction activities
• Assists in the audit of construction projects for compliance with ODOT's documentation procedures which involves auditing pay quantities & all supporting documentation
• Assures accuracy of data entered into transportation management system (TMS)
• Utilizes knowledge of ODOT's construction procedure manuals, specifications & their applications as they apply to proper documentation of required work
• Works with multiple areas (e.g., test lab, projects, construction office)
• Determines & resolve any difference prior to approval & certification
• Prepares & keeps complete file for project activities (e.g., plans showing locations, character, dimensions & details of work, daily diaries, contractor's estimates, field calculations, field measurements, etc.) assures pay quantities are correct & all contract features are accurately recorded
• Operates computer to enter & retrieve data from Site-Manager & related systems
• Acts as liaison between contractors, utilities, railroads, material suppliers & District Transportation Engineer 3 & 4's to insure successful development, implementation & administration of projects
• Reviews warranty projects & prepares reports based on the review using a computer & related software (e.g., Microsoft Office)
• Assures assigned state equipment is maintained & in good working condition
• Attends construction schools & assists in presenting information at construction schools using a computer & related software (e.g., Microsoft Office)
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Extensive benefits including medical, vision, dental and basic life insurance
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Paid time off with vacation, sick and personal leave accruals
• At least a 14% employer contribution in to your OPERS pension plan
• Pay increases pursuant to the Ohio Revised Code
• Employee Tuition reimbursement programs
• Work/Life Balance
• The opportunity to work on an important mission

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees