Job Description

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is committed to providing a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system for the State of Wyoming. We are seeking a Senior Construction and Field Survey Specialist for the Construction Program in Kemmerer, Wyoming. This position will assist the Resident Engineer in performing advanced engineering tasks. These tasks include planning, directing, and supervising the activities of assigned engineers and technicians; developing engineering project plan specifications and computing construction cost estimates; performing complex highway, bridge, or other structure design work; and reviewing, refining, and approving project design work and ensure compliance with federal, state and local government codes and regulations.

Human Resource Contact:307-352-3048 / Terra Poling /

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 Contract Administration duties.
• Conducts a comprehensive verification of design plans and associated documents and submits engineering change proposals when required.
• Supervises, advises, and schedules crew members.
• Surveys, tests, inspects, and ensures safety and documentation associated with construction projects.
• Ensures all construction-related activities are done promptly.
• Conducts or arranges for crew training in computer software, survey procedures, safety and construction procedures, and practices.
• Establishes preliminary project cost estimates by reviewing the project scope and estimating quantities.
• Makes engineering recommendations after the project scope is determined and continually reviews and comments on plans as they develop.
• Checks documentation and quantities of work for contractor\'s payment.
• Coordinated WYDOT projects with other states, federal, city, and county entities, utility companies, and private landowners.
• Communicate with other WYDOT programs to gather supplemental information to ensure schedules are met.
• Directs positive public relations with people directly concerned with construction projects, including contractors, suppliers, landowners, businesses, and the traveling public.
• Partners with contractors at all project phases to ensure that construction projects are completed on time, on budget, at an acceptable quality level, and in a safe manner.
• Ensures WYDOT standards are being met.
• Prepares daily and weekly reports.
• Reviews proposed plans, reports, and data for details, accuracy, completeness, and changes as required.
• Analyze designs and field verify that the design matches existing conditions.
• Calculates project quantities, including land area, earth movement, bill of material, and cost estimates, and verifies cost reports.
• Prepares horizontal and vertical alignment calculations from preliminary survey data.
• Resolves geometric and trigonometric problems encountered.
• Annotates aerial photographs, takes measurements, field verifies utilizing survey level, and calculates from photographs.
• Prepares preliminary designs and makes recommendations for construction projects; develops detailed plans.
• Oversees moderate to major construction projects by documenting pay quantities, directing subordinates\' work schedules, and working with contractors for quality control.
• Ensures that materials sampling and testing are performed properly; audits material summaries for QA/QC purposes.
• Responsible for all field survey work.
• Trains subordinate personnel in proper procedures and methods of inspection, surveying, and documentation.
• Communicates internally and externally regarding project information and courses of action/consequences on larger projects.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of methods and techniques of surveying and engineering drawing calculations.
• Knowledge of concepts, principles, and practices of highway engineering and roadway planning, construction, and design.
• Knowledge of computer software used in the design and calculation of project information.
• Knowledge in the operation of Trimble Geodometer and GPS equipment.
• Skills in surveying, material testing, documentation, computer, and calculator operation.
• Skills in critical thinking and complex problem-solving.
• Skills in judgment and decision-making.
• Skills in material testing, including soils and aggregate, concrete, and asphalt.
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and project documentation and ensure contractors adhere to appropriate documentation throughout projects.
• Knowledge of WYDOT policies, procedures, and engineering principles related to highway design and construction.
• Knowledge of Standard Plans and their application of them on a site-specific basis. Knowledge of Geopak and Micro-station.

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
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to work in all weather conditions and terrain.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in close proximity to heavy equipment.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Travel is required.
• Weekend work is required.
• The Wyoming Department of Transportation 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 about

, including your rights and responsibilities.

Supplemental Information

045-Department of Transportation - WYDOT-Chief Engineer - District Construction

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