Senior Construction & Field Survey Specialist-2024-02302 - State of Wyoming A&I Human Resources Division : Job Details

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Join Our Engineering Team & Make a Lasting Impact!

Are you ready to step into an exciting role where your engineering expertise helps shape the future of our community? As an Assistant to the Resident Engineer, you'll tackle advanced engineering tasks, lead and mentor a talented team of engineers and technicians, and oversee the design and development of essential infrastructure projects like highways, bridges, and more!

You'll also be responsible for crafting project plans, calculating construction costs, refining designs, and ensuring compliance with government regulations. Ready for a challenge? This position is made for you!

Why You'll Love This Role:

* $2,000 Hiring Bonus (see notes for eligibility)

* Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays

* Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

* State Retirement Plan + Additional Savings Opportunities (deferred compensation)

* Culture of Public Service & Work/Life Balance

Why Cheyenne?

Cheyenne isn't just a place to work-it's a place to thrive! Enjoy the best of both worlds: a growing community with deep Old West roots, plus access to world-class outdoor activities like hiking, biking, fishing, and skiing. Every July, Cheyenne hosts the legendary Cheyenne Frontier Days, the Daddy of 'em All, and Wyoming's low taxes (no state income tax!) make it even better.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and become a key player in transforming our community!

Human Resource Contact: Mandy McMicheal/[email protected]/307-###-####

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

* Performs a variety of tasks including surveys, testing, inspection, and management of highwayprojects and to provide a safe, high quality, and efficient transportation system.

* Responsible for project management for minor construction projects including project documentation, pay estimates, quantities, and final contract documents.

* Observes monitors, and oversees highway and highway-related construction performed by contractors.

* Field tests materials, checks work against specifications and confers with contractors, engineers, and work crews.

* Directs field survey work, and operates all survey instruments/equipment.

* Ensures that materials sampling and testing are performed properly; audits material summaries for QA/QC purposes.

* Assists in the preparation of recommendations used to design construction projects.

* Checks preliminary plans for errors and problems.

* Trains subordinate personnel in proper procedures and methods of inspection, surveying, and documentation.

* Communicates both internally and externally regarding project information and courses of action.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Must have the ability to obtain the following certifications/licenses:

* Valid Driver's License

* QC/QA Certification in Soils & Aggregate, Asphalt and Concrete

* Asphalt Concrete, Soil & Aggregate

* WYDOTPortland Cement Concrete

* ACI Concrete Level 2

* American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Certification

KNOWLEDGE:

* Knowledge of WYDOT policies and procedures, and engineering principles related to highway design and construction.

* Knowledge of Standard Plans and the application of them on a site-specific basis.

* Knowledge of Geopak and Microstation.

* Skill ininterpersonal relations

* Skill in oral and written communication

* Skills in criticalthinking, complex problem-solving, judgment, and decision-making

* Skills in surveying, materials testing, documentation, and computer operation

* Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and other project documentation and ensure contractors adhere to these documents throughout a project

* Ability to determine personnel requirements to administer a project

* Ability to know when to seek assistance with a problem from a higher authority

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience Substitution:

3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Construction and Field Surveying) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Construction and Field Survey Specialist

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

OR

Education:

Bachelor's Degree

Experience:

0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Construction and Field Surveying) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Construction and Field Survey Specialist

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

* Ability to work in all weather conditions and terrains.

* Ability to sit/stand and operate equipment for long periods of time.

* Work outdoors for extended periods of time in adverse environmental conditions.

* Work around heavy machinery and/or high-speed traffic.

NOTES:

* FLSA: Non-Exempt

* WYDOT is a Drug-Free Workplace

* E-Verify: WYDOT uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more aboutE-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.

* Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus

* Temporary employees accepting a full-time position.

* Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public.

* One year of service to WYDOT must be completed, failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive, and funds will be recouped from final pay.

* Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date.

* Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.

* If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back.

Supplemental Information

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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.