Construction Engineer (EA III)

Employment Benefits

• Work-Life Balance Programs : Paid Leave : Vacation, Holidays, Parental, Military, Sick, Funeral and Jury Duty Employee Assistance Program For help managing daily life at no cost to you Infant at Work Program Voluntary Benefits : Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• First-Day Coverage : Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vison Insurance Tax Advantage Accounts : HSA, HRA, FSA with qualifying plans
• Life Insurance : Employer paid basic group life Optional group life insurance available at a reasonable cost.
• Retirement : KPERS and Deferred Compensation
• Other Benefits : Tuition reimbursement Paid on-the-job training programs. Personal and Professional Development Opportunities Employee discounts with the STAR Program

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Position Summary & Responsibilities :

Position Summary :

The Construction Engineer (EA III) position is located in Topeka KS at the Gage Construction office with the Kansas Department of Transportation.

The Construction Engineer provides engineering guidance and administration for the construction of highway and related construction project.

Due to seasonal work, incumbent may be required to work additional hours including nights and weekends. Additional hours to be assigned by the supervisor depending upon the needs of the agency.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following :

• Interprets specifications, plans, and special provisions for project personnel.
• Coordinates construction schedules for timely completion of highway projects.
• Supervises other Engineering Associates and Engineering Technicians in the administration of contract provision for highway construction work.
• Provides effective leadership to work unit by directing the training of personnel under direct supervision and encouraging development and achievements of those employees.
• Prepares periodic and final reports, such as contractor's payment vouchers, weekly contractor's report, etc.
• Coordinates communication with construction managers / surveyors, utility coordinators, and contractors to ensure proper flow & sequence of operations.

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Qualifications : Education

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET (Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology) accredited engineering school.

Licensing & Certificate

Valid Driver’s License

Engineer in Training or Fundamental of Engineering certificate recognized by the State of Kansas Board of Technical Professionals.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years engineering experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive experience in the administration of highway construction projects.
• Experience in supervising engineers / engineering technicians.
• Knowledge of engineering principles and practices; state and federal laws and criteria related to engineering standards;

reference materials in the field of engineering.

• Ability to prepare, interpret, and utilize engineering plans, maps, specifications, and reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written; maintain effective working relationships; and supervise a staff of employees.

Post-Offer / Pre-employment Requirements

Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate required in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. Each applicant (even non-residents) who is selected for a State of Kansas job vacancy must apply for a Tax Clearance Certificate within 10 days from the date of the offer letter by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue's (KDOR) website at .

If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact KDOR at (785)296-3199 or by email at kdor specialprojects@ks.gov