Assistant Resident Engineer

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Professional Engineer 1 – Assistant Resident Engineer
Oregon Department of Transportation
Delivery & Operations Division – Region 2
Area 5 Construction
Springfield

The role:

We are recruiting for an assistant resident engineer to assist the resident engineer in administering construction contracts.  Under the direction of the resident engineer, you will have immediate responsibility for the day to day interactions with construction contractors on construction projects, leading and supporting construction inspectors and verifying, generating and reviewing construction documentation. You will be responsible for making sound decisions on construction projects in the field and in the office that have immediate and real world effects.

We invite members of all diverse communities to join our workforce as we endeavor to best serve Oregonians from every background. ODOT values diversity and inclusion because they are good for Oregon. We believe that by welcoming differences, encouraging new ideas and views, listening to and learning from each other, and providing opportunities for professional enrichment we are better able to serve those around us. We thank you for considering this employment opportunity.

A day in the life:

·         Provide input to the resident engineer on crew assignments and make adjustments independently.

·         Assist in coordinating highway project construction contract field administration.

·         Proactively anticipate and resolve project issues.

·         Review and recommend changes to plans and specifications.

·         Negotiate and draft change orders.

·         Communicate and attend regular meetings with construction contractors.

·         Support the resident engineer in the workforce planning and management, recruitment, retention and training of the crew.

·         Recommend acceptance or rejection of contract work per established standards and contract documents.

·         Prepare and recommend project budgets.

·         Establish and maintain professional relationships with consultants, contractors, the public and project staff.

·         Work is performed in both an office environment and in the field.

·         This position requires long working hours on a flexible schedule and occasionally being on call 24 hours/day, seven days/week – including holidays.

·         Field work involves frequent exposure to hazards of traffic and construction equipment.

What’s in it for you:

·         Work/life balance, 10 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, competitive benefits packages and so much more.

·         Live, work and play in Springfield, Oregon!

What we need:

·         A valid professional engineer’s (PE) license in civil, structural, or transportation-related engineering.

Note: If registered in another state, successful applicants will be required to obtain professional registration in the state of Oregon within six months of hire.

·         Also, you will be required to use a vehicle to conduct business; you must possess and maintain a current, valid driver license and acceptable driving record.

What we’d like to see (Desired Attributes):

If you have these qualities, let us know! It’s how we will choose whom to move forward!

Note: You do not need to have all of these qualities to be eligible for this position.

·         Experience in leadership through mentoring, training, motivating or coaching.

·         Strong working knowledge of highway construction practices.

·         Experience in reading and interpreting construction contract plans and specifications.

·         Excellent written communication skills (spelling, grammar and organization).

·         Knowledge of contract administration procedures and processes.

How to apply:

·         This recruitment requires a completed application and attached cover letter.

Learn more and apply!

This recruitment closes at 11:59 p.m. on May 12, 2021.

Click here to learn more and to apply! Please note that we can only accept applications and/or resumes through our website.

For questions about the job announcement or online application, please email ODOTrecruitmentNH@odot.state.or.us.

ODOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.