As the Construction Engineer under general supervision, supervise highway and bridge construction and allied activities of contractors with the Transportation Service Center (TSC) area; perform pre-construction plan review and recommend changes; conduct pre-construction meetings with contractors; develop construction progress schedules; review maintaining traffic plans; supervise a field crew of engineers, technicians, and inspectors in staking, inspecting, and documenting contractual work; coordinate these activities with utilities, other governmental units, and other departmental divisions; approve federal-aid local government projects. Responsible for the selection of consultants for construction engineering in the TSC.
Position Description (Download PDF reader)
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is a diverse, innovative agency of approximately 2,800 employees serving Michigan citizens in offices throughout the state. Using cutting-edge technology and multi-disciplinary partnerships, MDOT oversees the planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance for over 9,600 miles of I, US and M routes that are the backbone of the state's economy. From aviation, intercity passenger services, rail freight and local public transit services, MDOT is involved in all modes of transportation. Through numerous employee engagement programs and mentoring opportunities, employees are provided opportunities to thrive in their careers and in doing so, improve the lives of Michigan residents and visitors.
The health and safety of our employees is top priority for the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT). Based on operational needs, the official work location for this position may be flexible. Some of our employees are temporarily working remotely as part of our COVID-19 response and others are working on site. To learn more about how MDOT employees are achieving the Department’s mission while abiding by COVID-19 safety protocols, please visit these sites MDOT website and Worker Personal Protective Products and Precautions.
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Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a bachelor of science degree in engineering
Experience
Five years of professional experience equivalent to an Engineer, including three years equivalent to an Engineer P11; two years equivalent to an Engineer 12, Engineer Manager 12, or Engineer Manager-Licensed 12; or, one year equivalent to an Engineer Manager 13, Engineer Manager-Licensed 13, Engineering Specialist 13, or Engineering Specialist-Licensed 13.
Additional Requirements and Information
Possession of a registered professional engineering license as required by the State of Michigan.
Possession of a valid driver's license is required.
Please submit a copy of your official college transcripts with your application. Click here (Download PDF reader) for the State of Michigan (SOM) definition of an Official College Transcript. Failure to attach a copy of your official college transcripts may result in you being screened out of the process.
Applicants who possess foreign degrees must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents. Civil Service accepts evaluations from organizations listed on the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. Failure to attach a copy of your foreign degree evaluation may result in you being screened out of the process.
View job specification at: http://www.michigan.gov/documents/EngineerManager-Licensed_12603_7.pdf (Download PDF reader)
All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.
The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
If you have questions related to this posting please contact Kelsea Cole at colek10@michigan.gov.
