Engineer 6 - Baton Rouge, United States - State of Louisiana

Description

District 6- Unit 26- Baton Rouge
61/ /E6/ KL
Engineer 6 (Project Engineer)

About this position

This position functions as a Project Engineer for District 61 construction unit and reports directly to Engineer 7/District Area Engineer.

The incumbent will be managing a District construction unit such as directing and supervising highway and bridge construction, survey activities, contract administration, quality assurance, material management, and associated functions of a construction unit including supervising employees in the Project Engineer's office engaged in construction work with DOTD.

Must Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice professional engineering.

Promotion - Open only to current, classified and permanent DOTD Employees

This position may be filled as a Detail to Special Duty

The


LA DOTD
is a diverse organization with approximately 4,000 employees state-wide. Our agency employs individuals in professional, technical, and administrative support positions to provide a strong and reliable transportation system.

We seek talented and innovative people who demonstrate excellence while delivering transportation systems that enhance quality of life and facilitate economic growth.

Interested candidates may

Click here to apply

Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

No Civil Service test score

is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.


DOTD EMPLOYEES :

Refer to appropriate EDSM directive for required structured training requirements and PPM # 59 Workforce Development on training guidelines.

• Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Desmond Sam
Area Engineer

"The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities.

DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.

"


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice professional engineering and one of the following:

• Two years of licensed engineering experience.
• Six years of professional engineering experience.

SUBSTITUTIONS:
A master's degree in engineering will substitute for one year of the required experience.
A Ph.
D. in engineering will substitute for two years of the required experience.
Advanced degrees will substitute for a maximum of two years of required experience.

NOTE:
Engineering experience gained while licensed as a professional engineer will be accepted as licensed engineering experience.

Engineering experience gained after earning an ABET-accredited degree and prior to earning a professional engineer's license (e.g., as an engineer intern applicant, engineer intern, or equivalent) will be accepted as professional level engineering experience.

NOTE:
Applications will be accepted from persons licensed to practice professional engineering in states other than Louisiana.

If one of those applicants is selected for the position, he/she will be required to obtain a Louisiana license prior to appointment.

The hiring agency will verify that all licensing requirements are met.

NOTE:
Louisiana Professional Engineer licenses are issued by the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board. Licensing requirements may be viewed at

NOTE:
Any college hours or degree must be from an accredited college or university.

FUNCTION OF WORK:
Supervises the planning, design, construction, inspection, and/or maintenance of building systems or programs through subordinate professional engineers.


LEVEL OF WORK:
Supervisor.


SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Broad from an Engineer 7 or higher. Alternative reporting relationships may be approved by SCS.


SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Direct over a staff of Engineers, Engineering Technicians, or others who assist in specific assignments.


LOCATION OF WORK:
May be used by all state agencies.


JOB DISTINCTIONS:
Differs from Engineer 5 by the presence of responsibility for direct supervision over professional engineers.

Differs from Engineer 7 by the absence of second-line supervision over professional engineers. Exceptions to this distinction may be approved by SCS based on program scope and/or complexity. Engineer 6 (Project Engineer)


Function Statement:

The overall function of this position is managing a District construction unit, such as directing and supervising highway and bridge construction, survey activities, contract administration, quality assurance, material management, and associated functions of a construction unit including supervising employees in the Project Engineer's office engaged in construction work with DOTD.

This position is located in District 61, Unit 266, East Baton Rouge Parish of the Department of Transportation and Development and reports directly to Engineer 7/District Area Engineer.

The incumbent must be self-motivated and be able to perform duties many times with or without minimal supervision and also be able to interpret unforeseen conditions as they may arise.

The incumbent will participate in appropriate DOTD structured training programs as appropriate and attend all continuing education classes and conferences deemed necessary to facilitate the performance of required tasks.

While in official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Service laws, rules, and regulations, as well as DOTD policies, procedures, manuals, and directives.

The incumbent is required to possess the following specialized knowledge, skills, abilities, as well as to maintain the following licensing and operate the following equipment:

Knowledge of current LADOTD Standard Specifications for Roads & Bridges.

Familiar with construction means and methods used on LADOTD construction projects. Ability to understand and interpret construction project contract documents, EDSMs, and Materials Sampling Manual.

Ability to apply Civil Engineering principles and to perform calculations as necessary. Knowledge of traffic control standards and ability to recognize deficiencies in traffic control on projects. Proficient in the use of Site Manager (DWR, estimates, change orders, stockpile).

Proficient in basic Microsoft Office applications is required.
Must have current Louisiana Professional Engineering License.
Position is subject to drug testing as per
LA DOTDpolicies

Equipment used:

Laptop computer; cell phone; measuring equipment (such as measuring wheel, tape measure, level); calculator; nuclear density gauge; infrared thermometer; "light" meter.

Plans, directs and coordinates all activities for one or more construction units which provide supervision of construction projects, inspection, sampling, testing, and survey activities for all types of major complex highway and bridge construction projects in strict accordance with FHWA and DOTD policies and procedures.

Maintains contract enforcement, supervision, inspection and documentation to assure high quality work by the contractor in accordance with plans, specifications and special provisions.

Ensures fair and equitable treatment of contractors.

Construction Management is performed on both State and Federal Funded projects as part of the District Construction Project, Safety, Urban System, Off System, and Contract Maintenance programs.

30%

Supervises and trains a staff of engineers and engineering technicians by planning, directing and coordinating all engineering activities for one or more construction units.

Supervises staff engaged in the construction of highways, bridges, ports, flood control structures, drainage structures, HMAC (asphalt) production facilities, and buildings.

Reviews and approves subordinate's work, which includes all correspondence, engineering calculations, documentation of quantities, daily dairies, test reports, etc.

Directs these employees in the following areas: construction inspection, sampling and testing, contract administration, employee training, and in all functions associated with the construction units.

Responsible for managing and staffing construction projects for both day and night projects.

Some of these projects are worked on 24 hours per day and 7 days per week.

Completes planning and performance reviews for employees in the construction unit. Evaluates subordinate's job performance and counsels them concerning performance, work assignments and conduct.

Act as reviewer on employee performance appraisals.

Responds to personnel problems Develops and approves interview questions and selection matrixes for new hires and promotions.

Interviews and makes recommendations for hiring new employees for DOTD.

Specifies technician training priorities for each technician position.

20%

Consults with contractors on a daily basis on issues such as project progress, change orders, phasing of work and traffic control.

Reviews CPM (Critical Path Method) schedules submitted by contractor and meets with them to resolve issues regarding scheduling.

Makes decisions to resolve problems with all of these issues.

Schedules pre-construction conferences with engineers, consultants, utility companies, public officials, and contractors to discuss construction scheduling, methods of construction and potential problems.

Utilizes Site Manager to track contractor progress and to produce partial and final estimates. Reviews both partial and final estimates and makes recommendations for payments.

Reviews and approves the preparation of 2059 documentation for the final acceptance of projects.

15%

Approves and monitors erosion control plans.

Monitors hazardous waste removal.

Makes recommendations for payment of utility relocation, and railroad invoices.

Enforces traffic control requirements on construction projects.

Accountable for the safety and quality of high profile construction projects.

Accountable of the delivery of all assigned projects on time and on budget.

Recommends overruns in contract quantities.

Required to be on call 24 hours/day, 7 days/week for emergencies related to construction projects.

Provides depositions and court testimony for litigation concerning construction projects.

10%

Develops and writes change order to solve complex problems such as design errors, construction problems, and environmental concerns.

Change orders are done by applying design standards, standard specifications, plans and proper construction practices.

Approves change orders which can do any of the following: 1) increase the contract up to $50,000, 2) decrease a major item up to 25% or $50, whichever is less), 3) decrease a minor item (any amount), 4) allow minor changes in design made by the Design Section , 5) make changes approved by memo or directive signed by the DOTD Chief Engineer, 6) make pay adjustments allowed by specifications, and 7) approve force account amounts up to $50,

5%

Interacts with private citizens, elected and public officials to resolve conflicts and complaints concerning rights-of-way, DOTD construction projects, and traffic problems.

Consults with other agencies, politicians, consultant engineers, the media and the general public about construction projects, highway maintenance and drainage problems.

Establishes and maintains a good relationship with the public.

Attends local public meetings to answer questions about current and upcoming construction projects from concerned citizens. Issues Press Releases concerning notification of lane and road closures and other construction issues.

Maintains Responsible Charge as per FHWA mandate on all Off System and Enhancement projects where federal funding is involved.

5%

Reviews and recommends changes to plans and specifications for upcoming construction projects that are designed by others. Attends plan-in-hand meetings to discuss project design and development of plans and specifications on all types of construction projects.

5%

Oversees the maintenance and use of the unit's office and the vehicles used for construction activities. Assigns employees and equipment to various construction projects.

5%

Administers permits approved by the DOTD permit section. Ensures that work being done by permit complies with the permit that was issued.

Responsible for the interpretation of the plans and application of the Standard Specifications for complex construction projects which are assigned to any unit

5%

Will be required to perform other duties as necessary including, but not limited to, emergency/disaster support activities.

Provides and directs construction personnel for Emergency/Homeland Security Coordination.
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