OPEN RECRUITMENT
State Highway Administration
Transportation Engineer II
Grade 16 (0116) SP# 24-72-11
YOU MUST APPLY ONLINE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION
THE RECONSIDERATION PERIOD FOR THIS RECRUITMENT IS THREE (3) BUSINESS DAYS
The State Highway Administration's Office of Construction (Anne Arundel County) is recruiting for a Transportation Engineer II position. This position is open to anyone who meets the minimum qualifications listed below. The resulting list of eligible candidates will be used to fill this vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies in this classification.
Nature of work: The primary purpose of this position is to serve in a construction engineering support capacity. The Transportation Engineer will assist the Change Order and Claims Teams and the Division Chief with reviewing, analyzing, and processing all statewide Construction Change Orders, Prior Approvals, and Administrator Memorandums for completeness and accuracy and resolve problems as they are discovered. This will include communicating with SHA District construction staff and integrating these items into the eConstruction platforms. This role may also assist with reviewing, analyzing, and processing all statewide Construction Contract Claim submittals for correct format and completeness, determine the basis for the claim in compliance with contract specifications/provisions and COMAR regulations/laws, and justify whether compensation should be provided to the contractors. The Transportation Engineer may also be a centralized liaison for SHA District staff working on construction project audits and closeouts. The incumbent may also review construction contract documents (constructability reviews), such as invitations for bids and plans, on contracts from pre-advertisement to post-advertisement, as well as redlines. Additionally, the Transportation Engineer may participate in SHA standard and specification updates.
MDOT offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our amazing benefits here: MDOT Benefits Guide .
The State Highway Administration (SHA) has been named Training magazine Training APEX Awards winner for the fifth consecutive year.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.
Experience: One (1) year of experience in professional engineering.
Preferred Qualification: The ideal candidate should have the following:
- Self-motivation with the ability to work independently
- Knowledge of engineering and construction principles, practices, and procedures
- Knowledge of contract specifications and provisions
- Excellent internal/external customer service abilities and interpersonal skills
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Proficient computer skills, including comprehensive experience using Microsoft Suite
- Problem solving and decision-making abilities
- Working knowledge of Construction Claims Analysis, Construction Change Orders, and writing/revising/interpreting specifications
Notes:
- Additional work experience in professional engineering, or in technical engineering at the journey level or above, may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required education.
- Possession of a master's degree in engineering may be substituted for the required experience.
- Persons currently registered as Professional Engineers in the State of Maryland, or in a state with comparable requirements, are considered to have met the education requirements.
Licenses & Certifications:
Candidates must possess a driver's license valid in the state of Maryland.
Special Requirements:
- Overtime may be required during peak periods.
TO APPLY: All applicants must submit an application online at . Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. To receive credit for your work history and credentials you must list the information in the online DTS-1 application form. You may refer to a resume only to expand on information offered in the body of the online DTS-1 application. The selected candidate may be subject to background and reference checks. A conviction is not an automatic disqualification from employment. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
Consideration for employment may be based solely on the contents of your application; therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information. Please include all relevant experience on your application. This includes, but is not limited to, full or part time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other experience that is relevant to the position you are applying for.
If you have held more than one position at the same employer, please list each position that you held and the length of time that you held each position.
The state of Maryland offers excellent health and leave benefits, 401k benefits, a pension plan, a free transit program, and advanced education and training opportunities.
The incumbent in this position may be a member of a covered bargaining unit.
Please Note: State Highway Administration is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H-1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees; all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.
Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. will be required to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( ) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation ( ).
Applications must be submitted online by the closing date.
If you have any questions, please contact the Recruitment and Examination Division at the number(s) listed below:
410-545-5554
Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request. Please call at 410-545-5554.
SHA is committed to complying with the letter and spirit of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
SHA does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation.
Issue Date: 09/20/2024
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