STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Transportation Supervising Engineer (Construction Engineering)

Recruitment #230811-8719FQ-002

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Introduction



The State of Connecticut Department of Transportation (DOT) is currently accepting applications from qualified individuals for a Transportation Supervising Engineer CE position available in the Bureau of Engineer & Construction Operations in Newington. This position is 40 hours a week, M-F.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
  • Competitive starting salary
  • Industry leading health benefits, including medical and dental coverage
  • Extensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings
  • Paid time off including 13 paid holidays per calendar year
  • A culture that encourages work/life balance
  • Professional growth and development opportunities
  • On-site low-cost fitness center, on-site cafeteria and Electric Vehicle (EV) charging
  • Ample free parking with easy access from major highways or by public transportation
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Work for a Forbes top company: State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule
  • Work for Connecticut Society of Civil Engineers (CSCE’s)  Employer of the Year 

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This position is the Transportation Supervising Engineer assists the Transportation Principal Engineer (TPE) by supervising the Subletting and AASHTOWare workgroups as well as related assigned areas and self-performing assigned responsibilities as needed.  

Responsibilities include supervising staff and self-performing roles related to: 
  • Reviewing and recommending approval of subletting for construction projects; 
  • Review of pre-award commitments and monitoring related activity throughout projects; 
  • Assisting the TPE related to coordination with District offices and the Office of Contract Compliance in addressing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Small Business Enterprise (SBE) program activities related to conformance with contract requirements, state and federal regulations; review and development of recommendations related to DBE and SBE shortfall packages;  
  • Review and recommendation of DBE and SBE program procedural and specification continuing improvements;  collecting, recording, preparing, and analyzing data pertaining to EEO/DBE/SBE program; 
  • Monitoring and addressing payroll issues related to enforcement of State and Federal Department of Labor (DOL) rules and regulations; 
  • preparing reports for transportation related projects in various areas for coordination of multiple programs;
  • Reviewing requests for changes to DBE and SBE commitments and preparing written responses; 
  • Overseeing commercially useful function (CUF) monitoring; assisting the TPE in development and oversight of training of contractors, District personnel and others; 
  • Administrative research and report writing;
  • Assisting the TPE in managing the Construction Management System (CMS) software, SiteManger and AASHTOWare, respectively, which consists of managing oversight, training and updating software, procedures, guides and manuals for all Construction, Contractor, and other personnel; 
  • Development and implementation of existing and new “e-construction” initiatives as assigned.  

Related duties to be performed will include assisting with developing new and revising existing construction specifications and procedures:
  • Developing and maintaining unit standard operating procedures; 
  • Monitoring staff work product quality and productivity; 
  • Monitoring and enforcing personnel policies and requirements; 
  • Working with the Construction Manual Committee to update procedures and workflows; 
  • Reviewing contracts for conformance with latest specification requirements; 
  • Collecting, recording, preparing and analyzing data pertaining to assigned areas; 
  • Assisting the TPE with coordination between the Office of Construction, Office of Engineering, Office of Equity, outside entities and persons; assisting with monitoring Contractor and subcontractors; 
  • Reviewing assigned issues and developing solutions; performing related duties as assigned.

Selection Plan

To Apply:
  • In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.
  • The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
  • Please ensure that your application is complete before submitting it. Applicants will be unable to make revisions once their application is submitted into the JobAps system. Applicants who submit and subsequently withdraw their application will not be able to resubmit for the same posting.
  • All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period.  It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception.  Requests should be made to DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
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Important Next Step Information for After You Apply:
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  • At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position.  These documents may include:  a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.
  • The immediate vacancies are listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
  • Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.
  • Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available at www.ct.gov/ethics
Connect With Us:
Due to the large volume of applications received, the State of Connecticut is unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment please contact Hayley Newhouse at Hayley.Newhouse@ct.gov.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Transportation this class is accountable for supervising engineers and other staff engaged in engineering and/or related tasks in one or more aspects of transportation construction engineering projects or studies in the areas of construction, administration, rehabilitation, surveying, testing, materials testing, maintenance or operations.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Assists, confers with and advises Transportation Principal Engineers or Assistant District Engineers on all types of projects such as construction of highways, bridges and transportation facilities; conducts inspections of state projects; reviews and assists in approving contract proposals prior to advertising; reviews and makes recommendations on contractor monetary claims brought against the state; supervises and oversees inspection of construction work; makes recommendations concerning proposed design changes, changes in construction methods and substitutions of materials; assigns inspection personnel to various construction projects; reviews plans and specifications in preliminary and final stages; makes recommendations to prevent recurring problems and assist design engineers with construction projects; supervises and maintains continuous contact with project engineers; coordinates field operations with other districts; serves as technical advisor on construction matters; supervises and oversees office functions relative to construction projects including but not limited to reviewing and processing of construction orders, processing estimates for payment, reviewing and processing consultant payments, analyzing and approving prices for new items, writing memoranda and letters to departmental personnel, state and/or municipal administrators and authorities, contractors and the general public; supervises implementation and operation of computerized construction reporting systems; prepares and maintains schedules for all survey and design projects; checks detailed plans, specifications and estimates of cost of proposed projects; makes special investigations and studies of complex design problems; interprets policy and recommends practices needed for implementation; correlates office or field operations with other sections; serves as technical advisor for survey and design; supervises office functions relative to logistics and administration; schedules and monitors all location surveys performed by state personnel and surveyors; recommends standards of accuracy and limits of coverage for individual projects; recommends and maintains specifications for ground and photogrammetric surveys; prepares and administers agreements for photogrammetric mapping and surveys by contract; oversees inspection, sampling and testing of materials used for construction and maintenance projects; recommends solutions for problems concerning materials; initiates/directs training of technical personnel in testing and sampling of materials; prepares and maintains a manual of testing procedures; initiates/assists in preparation of specifications; confers with material producers, contractors, agency engineers, and others concerning the materials and their use; directs application of statistical techniques for quality control of materials; prepares agreements for the testing of materials by certified outside testing agencies; directs or provides technical assistance in conducting studies for establishing policy and procedures; schedules, assigns, oversees and reviews work of staff; provides staff training and assistance; conducts performance evaluations; determines priorities and plans section work; establishes and maintains section procedures; develops or makes recommendations on policies and standards; acts as liaison with other operating sections, agencies and outside officials; prepares reports, recommendations and correspondence; conducts analytical studies of engineering costs incurred to determine amounts reimbursable under federal aid and amounts due public utilities under state and federal policies; prepares comprehensive reports on fiscal matters relating to departmental engineering operations; directs concurrent billing programs for department; acts as an assistant in performing highly specialized administrative or engineering studies; supervises or provides highly technical assistance in conducting studies or establishing policy, procedures or methods; supervises field or office functions for location, boundary, construction surveying and design projects; supervises preparation of comprehensive technical reports and related correspondence; makes oral presentations at public hearings or meetings; reviews work of consultants (engineers, designers, etc.); acts as the Primary Assistant to the Chief Engineer in performing special projects and overseeing Bureau activities; oversees the Department's Consultant Selection Panel process; serves as a member of departmental committee assisting in preparation and/or revision of standard specifications; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Considerable knowledge of principles and practices involved in transportation construction engineering such as construction, surveys, geodetic surveys and materials testing; knowledge of highway construction methods and materials; considerable knowledge of administrative and financial controls with respect to transportation construction engineering plans, contracts, projects and reports; considerable knowledge of relevant agency policies and procedures; considerable knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; considerable knowledge of departmental operational methodologies; considerable knowledge of latest engineering principles, techniques and procedures employed in engineering field; considerable ability to analyze and review engineering reports, plans and specifications; considerable ability to interpret and apply principles of information systems and technologies; considerable interpersonal skills; considerable oral and written communication skills; supervisory ability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Eight (8) years of experience in transportation construction engineering.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of the General Experience must have been as an engineer with lead responsibility for complex transportation construction engineering projects in construction, surveys, or materials testing.  For state employees this is interpreted at the level of Transportation Engineer 3 (CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Professional ambition, Leadership skills, self-motivation, considerable oral and written communication skills, and strong organizational skills.
  • Experience managing or supervising staff working in multiple areas to meet deadlines.
  • Experience supervising employee work performance, enforcing policies and directives, and employee development.
  • Experience with Subletting, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise, and Small Business Enterprise project administration for Transportation projects.
  • Experience managing E-Construction initiatives like maintaining the Department’s Construction Management System (CMS).
  • Experience using SiteManger AASHTOWARE and Compass, CTDOT Construction Manual, and the Microsoft Office Suite with emphasis on Excel, Word, Project, Bluebeam, Teams and Outlook.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Incumbents must possess Land Surveyor (LS) licensure or Professional Engineer (PE) licensure from the Department of Consumer Protection State Board of Examiners for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors consistent with C.G.S.§20-302. 
2. Incumbents may be required to possess appropriate certification from the NorthEast Transportation Training and Certification Program (NETTCP). 
3. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license. 
4. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.





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