Regional Construction Engineer (Transportation Engineering Manager II)

Open Recruitment State Highway Administration Regional Construction Engineer (Transportation Engineering Manager II) Grade 21 (2707) SP#26-72-04 YOU MUST APPLY ONLINE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION Application portal: Nature of Work Position serves as a Regional Construction Engineer (RCE) in the Office of Construction (OOC). The main purpose of this position is to perform as a fully proficient RCE representing the Administrator, Deputy Administrator/Chief Engineer for Operations, and Director of OOC in the management of the Vertical Construction Program. This position has the responsibility to assure quality and uniform vertical projects statewide through the use of QA/QC methods. As the senior field engineer for OOC, this position has the responsibility of ensuring specification compliance on construction projects and compliance with federally mandated programs and requirements. The RCE performs this duty beginning with the planning phase through the design phase, throughout construction, and contract closeout for each project. This specific Regional Construction Engineer position focuses on administration and oversight of all statewide vertical construction projects (i.e., construction of buildings, offices, weight stations, rest areas, maintenance shops, etc.). This position also coordinates with all divisions, sections, staff, and consultants contributing to vertical (facility) construction projects by contributing a vertical construction expertise and strategy to successfully execute critical, complex vertical construction projects across Maryland (450+ facilities) in the safest, cost-effective manner. Minimum Qualifications Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university. Experience: Eight (8) years of experience in professional engineering, including one (1) year of supervisory or consultant management experience. Selective Qualifications Four (4) years of the required experience must have involved working as an on-site project manager on a road, bridge, vertical or facilities construction project or as a project coordinator on multiple concurrent road, bridge, vertical or facilities construction projects. Two (2) of the four (4) years of required experience must have involved working as an on-site manager for a vertical construction, building construction, roofing, weigh stations, salt barns, rest stops, HVAC, boiler or electrical construction project, or as a project coordinator on multiple concurrent vertical construction, building construction, roofing, weigh stations, salt barns, rest stops, HVAC, boiler or electrical construction projects. *This statement contains a selective qualification, which is more focused in scope than the minimum qualifications for this classification. Selective qualifications are utilized when the position requires specific or additional bona fide occupational qualifications (i.e., knowledge, skill or ability). Preferred Qualifications Knowledge and experience in construction inspection processes. Knowledge of construction inspection procedures such as grading, drainage, structures, paving, utilities, landscaping, traffic, materials and surveying. Knowledge of vertical construction projects (i.e., construction of buildings, offices, weight stations, rest areas, maintenance shops, etc. and/or components of these facilities such as HVAC, boiler, electrical, roof work, etc.). Ability to read and understand plans and specifications. Ability to make effective decisions. Ability to learn new processes and ways to improve project delivery as well as an attitude toward continuous improvement of field staff mentoring and training, quality construction and collaborative working relationships across the department. Additional Qualifications and Notes Additional work experience in professional engineering, or in technical engineering at the journey level or above, may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required education. Possession of a master's degree in engineering may be substituted for one year of the required experience. Persons currently registered as Professional Engineers in the State of Maryland, or in a state with comparable requirements, are considered to have met the education requirements. Candidate must possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the state of Maryland. Certification Requirements HMA Field Certification Concrete Field Certification Soil and Aggregate Compaction Certification Pavement Marking Certification Temporary Traffic Control Traffic Manager Certification OSHA 10-hour safety Certification MDE Responsible Person Certification SHA Erosion and Sediment Control Certification Traffic Barrier Certification Other certifications as necessary for the specific assignment(s). Special Requirements The selected candidate must be available and willing to accept assignment statewide and work shift work, overtime or weekends as necessary. Application Process All applicants must submit an application online at Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. To receive credit for your work history and credentials you must list the information in the online DTS-1 application form. You may refer to a resume only to expand on information offered in the body of the online DTS-1 application. Applications must be submitted online by the closing date. Background and Other Information The selected candidate may be subject to background and reference checks. A conviction is not an automatic disqualification from employment. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. The state of Maryland offers excellent health and leave benefits, 401k benefits, pension plan, a free transit program, and advanced education and training opportunities. The State Highway Administration is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H-1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees; all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer. Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for qualified individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request. Applicants who have education obtained outside the U.S. must provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation ( EEO Statement WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. SHA does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation. Issue Date: 06/15/2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr Maryland-Department-of-Transportatio