Roadway Engineering Technician Lead - Design & Inspection

Under the supervision of a Project Engineer, or their designee, performs a variety of duties related to road and bridge design and construction, development evaluation and construction, permitting and traffic engineering. Serves as a lead for lower classified Engineering Technicians and seasonal employees, coordinating and directing design and construction inspection work assignments and checking their work for conformance to standards, specifications and guidelines. Also performs a number of non-supervisory duties related to road and bridge design, construction and development projects including drafting plans and specifications for construction projects and construction project oversight. Performs oversight of construction program; reviews construction project documentation for quality assurance; monitors project specific contractor activities to assure conformance to standards, plans, and specifications; directs and performs appropriate testing, gathers proper contract documentation, and prepares contractor pay estimates. Takes complaint and inquiry calls from the public and performs other technical and administrative tasks associated with Department operations. Responsibilities Coordinates the activities of Engineering Technicians to prepare complete construction contract plans, specifications and estimates. Drafts plans and assists engineers in developing project specific specifications. Leads department technicians in preparing drawings and specifications from which various Road Department projects can be constructed. Computes existing and proposed grades and calculates quantities for cost analyses. Coordinates the activities of Engineering Technicians to oversee and insure appropriate project inspection staffing and checks field staff work for conformance to federal, state and county standards, plans, specifications, and documentation requirements. Performs quality assurance reviews of files and documentation for all construction projects. Leads inspection activities of Engineering Technicians for construction contract work and annual Road Department system improvement programs to ensure that work meets standard specification, plan and proposal requirements. Plans, directs, and performs field sampling and testing of materials. Performs and verifies construction project staking and ensures proper placement of work zone signing and traffic control. Formulates field design revisions and corrective action to assist engineers with field related decisions. Helps specify and negotiate contract modifications. Coordinates inspection functions with contractors’ operations. Advises contractors concerning the suitability of material and methods used. Measures, computes and keeps records of materials used and work performed in the field. Computes and compiles final quantities of construction work performed by contractors, and prepares various reports. Calculates pay estimates and recommends final payment for road, bridge, and Road Department system improvement programs. Advises contractors on material acceptance requirements and ensures compilation of proper project documentation. Works with a survey crew in planning and designing field modifications and laying out projects. Uses conventional and electronic survey equipment and software as required to accomplish layout, staking, and grading direction for contractors and Road Department crews. Responds to information requests and complaint calls from the general public. Coordinates follow-up with appropriate personnel and manages computer databases and information systems. Answers inquiries and complaints from the public and confers with utilities regarding construction, construction traffic control, and access problems. Performs office work such as filling out forms, keeping records, filing documents and reproducing documents or drawings. Represents the Road Commission at pre-construction meetings and other project related and Committee meetings. Provides information related to particular projects and performs various administrative tasks. Maintains construction contract project documentation management system and project construction files. Ensures compliance with state and federal project document requirements. Prepares construction contract files for interim and final audits and responds to remedy audit deficiencies. Prepares construction contract final documents. Coordinates, maintains and updates road certificates, maps, road inventories, etc. Attends a variety of workshops and seminars and reads periodicals and other related materials to stay current on new developments, techniques and methods. Maintains equipment including nuclear testing equipment and related federal licensing requirements, personnel training, certifications and other related records. Other Functions Performs other duties as assigned. Must adhere to departmental standards in regard to HIPAA and other privacy issues. During a public health emergency, the employee may be required to perform duties similar to but not limited to those in his/her job description. Education and Experience A minimum of an Associate’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Technology or a related field. A minimum of 5 years of experience in construction inspection/methods, computer-aided drafting (CAD), land-surveying methods, traffic engineering or related fields, including at least one year as an Engineering Technician Grade 5 or equivalent experience. Other Requirements Must possess a valid Michigan Motor Vehicle Operator’s License. One year after date of hire, employees must obtain MDOT or other recognized Certification in at least six of the following areas: Bituminous Testing Bituminous Paving Aggregate Testing Density Control, including certification in an approved Nuclear Safety Program. Concrete Testing Work Zone Safety SESC (Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control) or Storm Water Operator Excavating Safety: Competent Person Training Concrete Construction Inspector (ACI) Concrete Paving and Structures (MDOT Inspection School) Bridge Painting/Cleaning and Coating Structural Steel (MDOT) Pavement, Signs and Markings (Levels I and II) Construction of ADA Compliant Facilities Must demonstrate complete competency and have verifiable experience in each of the current versions of the following MDOT documents: MDOT Standard Specifications for Construction MDOT Construction Manual MDOT HMA Production Manual Commonly used Michigan Test Methods MDOT Road and Bridge Standard Plans Density Control handbook Procedures for Aggregate Inspection MDOT Materials Quality Assurance Procedures Manual MDOT Hot Mix Asphalt QC/QA Procedures Manual Software Proficiency Microsoft Office Programs [e.g. Word, Excel, Access] Computer-aided drafting (CAD), [e.g. Bentley Microstation] Road design platform(s) and electronic survey and GPS data collection and processing, [e.g. OpenRoads, RoadEng] Project estimating [e.g. MERL] Construction project data collection and administration software, [e.g. Mobile Inspector, FieldBook, FieldManager, AASHTOWare] Project management software [e.g. ProjectWise] Asset management database software [e.g. RoadSoft] Specialty and proprietary Engineering Software for pavements, walls, hydraulics, etc [e.g. Hec-Ras, HY8] Communication Skills Demonstrates effective communication skills by engaging, interacting and working with all individuals to ensure clarity and understanding in all interactions. Physical Demands Sitting, walking, standing, bending and lifting/holding/carrying objects found in an office environment. Walking, bending and twisting on pavement, dirt and other outdoor surfaces in various weather conditions. Occasional lifting of items up to 50 pounds. Ability to communicate and respond to co-worker and customer inquiries both in person and over the phone. Ability to operate a PC/laptop and to enter & retrieve information from a computer. Ability to handle varying and often high levels of stress. Working Conditions The typical work environment occurs in an office setting where sensory experience includes uniform temperatures, conversational noise and everyday office activities. Frequently, the work environment occurs outside where exposure to temperature, weather conditions, allergens and loud noises are increased. #J-18808-Ljbffr