Transportation Engineer 2 (Engineering) (Cost Estimating Section)

Transportation Engineer 2 (Engineering) – Department of Transportation (DOT), Project Controls Unit, Cost Estimating section, Headquarters, Newington, CT. Position Highlights First Shift Full Time, 40 hours per week Hybrid (in‑office/telework) may be available Location: CTDOT Headquarters, Newington, CT Valid driver’s license required The Role The primary responsibility is administering and maintaining the AASHTOWare Project (AWP) software suite, including the cost estimating module, and supporting its use across the agency. Responsibilities Assist with user account management, new module implementation, and enhancement coordination for AWP Develop training guides and videos, and design reports in AWP and PowerBI Assist with the 2027 implementation of AWP’s Asset Tracker module Prepare engineer’s estimates for smaller capital projects immediately prior to bidding Evaluate contractor bids, compile post‑bid analysis, and verify bids are fair and reasonable Use AWP to review design estimates and build engineer’s estimates, considering scope, recent bid data, commodity pricing, schedule, and complexity Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering Two (2) years of professional transportation engineering or transportation construction engineering experience For state employees: at least one (1) year of experience at the level of Transportation Engineer 1 (Engineering) or Construction Engineering Substitutions Allowed Professional Engineer (PE) licensure from the Department of Consumer Protection State Board of Examiners may substitute for the bachelor’s degree Engineer‑In‑Training (EIT) licensure may substitute for the bachelor’s degree A Master’s degree may substitute for one (1) year of general experience Preferred Qualifications Experience with AASHTOWare Project and tailoring the software to specific needs Experience in data management, relational databases, and data analytics methods Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills Ability to analyze problems, recommend solutions, and work independently Experience presenting complex information to diverse audiences, including officials and stakeholders Experience writing technical reports, especially with PowerBI Experience with Microsoft Office 365, Power BI, and related software Engineer‑In‑Training (EIT) and/or Professional Engineer (P.E.) license Knowledge, Skill and Ability Knowledge of transportation engineering disciplines such as bridge design, foundations, highway design, drainage, hydraulics, and pavement design Proficiency with computer‑aided design and drafting (CADD) applications Technical ability to prepare engineering and administrative reports Interpersonal and communication skills Analytical ability to evaluate engineering, highway, structural, pavement design, hydraulic and traffic problems Capability to perform complex mathematical calculations and interpret plans and specifications Working Conditions May be exposed to danger of injury or physical harm from highway or construction environments Moderate discomfort from exposure to year‑round weather conditions Benefits Professional growth and development opportunities Health‑balanced work/life environment On‑site low‑cost fitness center, cafeteria, and electric vehicle charging station Ample free parking and easy access from major highways and public transportation Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Connecticut is an equal‑opportunity/affirmative‑action employer and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. Affirmative Action Statement The State of Connecticut is an equal‑opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Connecticut - Department of Transportation