Transportation Design/Construction Professional Engineer - Metro Denver

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Transportation Design/Construction Professional Engineer - Metro Denver

Salary

$90,684.00 - $108,804.00 Annually

Location

Denver Metro, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

HAA-50003836-05/24

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

CDOT Region 1

Opening Date

05/20/2024

Closing Date

6/2/2024 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Primary Physical Work Address

18500 E. Colfax Ave. Aurora, CO 80011

FLSA Status

Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

Amanda.Parkhurst-Strout@state.co.us or 303-757-9685

Type of Announcement

A residency waiver has been granted for this announcement. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

Department Information

Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

• This position is covered by the Partnership Agreement between the State of Colorado and Colorado Workers for Innovative and New Solutions (COWins).

• New employees to the State will be paid biweekly. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year.

  At CDOT, we do more than build and maintain roads as the decisions our employees make directly affect the communities that we live in. CDOT’s mission is to provide the best multi-modal transportation system for Colorado that most effectively and safely moves people, goods, and information.

  About CDOT

  Do you want to make a difference in Coloradans’ lives? Do you have a passion for helping people and keeping them safe? At the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), you will have the opportunity to do just that. The work our people do contributes to keeping Coloradans and visitors safe and provides freedom, connection, and experience through travel. Please visit our careers page (https://www.codot.gov/topcontent/employment/overview.html) to learn about CDOT and how we are making Colorado a great place to live, work and play, now and for the future! Also, check out our excellent benefits (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits) package!

  CDOT for All

  CDOT’s strength is our people, and our commitment to our people is to shape, support, and sustain the employee experience, and ultimately, create a supportive workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education, disability, socio-economic status, or any other identity, has the opportunity to thrive.

  Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program . For more information, go to https://studentaid.gov/pslf/

  The eligible list created from this announcement may be used to fill current and future vacancies for a period of up to 6 months.

  #LI-POST

Description of Job

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) has a vacancy for a licensed Transportation Design or Construction Professional Engineer in our Aurora location.

Design Engineering

• Utilize professional engineering license to apply current engineering principles and theories, design specifications, and federal, state, and local design standards to develop plan sets and specifications for roadway projects. These projects consist of new construction or reconstruction of intersections, corridor widening, roadway surface treatment, bridge improvements, etc.

• Request field survey, environmental study, traffic data, right-of-way information, hydrology/hydraulic design, structural design, utility locations/relocations, and other information as required.

• Plan, organize, and manage studies that involve traffic/safety analysis, Planning and Environmental Linkage (PEL), and/or National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) towards identifying engineering solutions and assess potential project impacts.

• Organize scoping meeting, FIR and FOR meetings; work with the following CDOT Departments: Materials, Environmental, Traffic, Bridge, Survey, Utility and ROW, local stakeholders, and other specialty units to clear projects before advertisement.

• Evaluate proposed project designs and determine changes in order to improve the project's serviceability, safety, maintenance and affordability.

• Prepare and review plans, making decisions regarding layouts, alignments, standard designs, tabulations, specifications, quantities, acquisitions and clearances, etc., and prepare bid package.

• Ensure timely project advertisement, while meeting both design and construction budgets.

• Oversee the local agency projects and ensure engineering principles and standards are correctly applied and follow all federal and state regulations and processes.

• Utilize the Professional Engineer’s experience and judgment to approve designs for assigned projects and to stamp the engineering plans.

  Construction Engineering

• Operate as the Chief Engineer’s duly authorized representative in direct charge of the work, responsible for the administrative and satisfactory completion of transportation projects under construction.

• Utilize professional engineering license to apply current engineering principles and theories, design specifications, and federal, state, and local standards to the construction of transportation projects. These projects consist of new construction or reconstruction of intersections, corridor widening, roadway surface treatment, bridge improvements, etc.

• Certify that the contractor’s equipment, materials, workmanship, and products are in conformance with the contract, plans, and specifications by supervising, performing detailed inspections, and maintaining proper documentation.

• Oversee local agency projects and ensure they are built according to plans, specifications, and follow all federal and state regulations and processes.

• Act as the primary CDOT contact regarding project issues and questions.

Project Management

• Use guidelines as appropriate to provide correct pay items and other project budgetary information.

• Prepare, distribute, organize and file all plan documents and bid package;

• Serve as a CDOT representative and provide expertise in meetings with public, local/state entities, businesses, railroads, special interest groups, and utilities.

• Communicate with personnel in CDOT Head Quarters and other CDOT Region offices to exchange information, and to request recommendations and clarifications regarding project development and design (i.e. CDOT Survey, Bridge, Environmental, Right-of-Way, Hydraulic, Traffic and Maintenance Departments).

• Participate on committees, task forces, and/or steering committees to help CDOT implement improvements and meet department goals.

• Provide direction and resolve conflicting alternatives requested by specialty units.

• Perform project scheduling; coordinate multiple project efforts to meet advertisement dates-and direct personal and Residency efforts to make the various schedules and budgets work.

Consultant Management

• Manage the work of consultants and local agencies in order to accomplish project completions.

• Inspect work performed by consultants to ensure compliance with the standards and specifications.

• Responsible for the work hour estimates for task order preparation, approval and processing of consultant billings, and review of consultant deliverables.

• Rate and review consultant projects and review consultant and contractor compliance with federally mandated programs and state requirements (i.e. EEO, AA, Davis-Bacon, OSHA. ADA, local ordinances, etc.).

• Develop scope of services and initiate task orders in coordination with the Metro Denver Business Office’s practice guidelines.

• Negotiate with consultants the work hours necessary to complete the work as defined in the scope of services.

• Negotiate and recommend approval of task orders or supplemental contracts required for consultant services.

Other job duties as assigned.

Work Environment:

• Primarily 8:00 am – 5:00 pm work hours, Monday-Friday with an opportunity for a flexible schedule

• Design: approximately 80% spent in the office, 20% spent in the field

• Construction: approximately 40% spent in the office, 60% spent in the field

• During night projects, primarily 8 PM to 5 AM, typically Sunday night through Friday morning

• Average work week 40-50 hours

• Travel required during work hours throughoutArapahoeandDouglascounties to meetings and project sites

• Occasional overnight travel 1-3 times a year throughout Colorado

• Occasional evening and weekend work

• Required to work in proximity to heavy traffic, in variable weather, and over variable terrain

• Required to attend public or night meetings a few times a year

• Required to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Required to operate CDOT vehicles

• May be required to work on road closures during emergency situations

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current, valid licensure as a Professional Engineer from theColoradoState Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers, and Professional Land Surveyors

  OR

• Current, valid licensure as a Professional Engineer from another U.S. state's Board of Licensure. If meeting qualifications with an out-of-state PE license, it would be a condition of employment to obtain your Colorado PE license within six months of hire.

  Please Note: The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. “See Resume” statements on the application or resumes in lieu of a complete application may not be accepted. Additional information submitted after the closing date of this announcement will not be considered in the review of your application. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.

  Conditions of Employment

• Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks. More information in the supplemental information section.

• A current valid driver license is required for all Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) positions which require operating a state or personal motor vehicle to perform one or more essential functions of the position.

• If meeting qualifications with an out-of-state PE license, you must obtain your Colorado PE license within six months of hire.

  Preferred Qualifications

  The exceptional applicant will possess the proven ability or accomplishment in the following:

• Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section.

• Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position.

• Highest work/personal ethics and integrity.

• At least 3-5 years of knowledge and experience in civil or transportation engineering design and/or construction.

• Knowledge of the National Environmental Policy Act, Planning and Environmental Linkages, and how these affect transportation construction projects.

• Knowledge and experience with the CDOT Design Manual, AASHTO Design Guides, CDOT Planning and Environmental Linkages Manual, CDOT Materials Manual, CDOT Project Development Manual, CDOT Standards & Specifications Manual, CDOT M&S Standards, CDOT Construction Manual, MUTCD, Public Rights-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG), and other industry design standards.

• Ability to mentor, train, and lead non-professional staff.

• Ability to oversee consultants and contractors.

• Proven ability to manage multiple assignments, priorities, and projects in a demanding environment.

• Ability to work under tight budgets and deadlines and be adaptable to changing assignments.

• Ability to take initiative to solve problems in an innovative manner.

• Ability to work with a variety of stakeholders with sensitivity to their needs, priorities, promises made and commitments.

• Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills.

• Strong time and project management skills, including prioritization and multi-tasking ability.

• Excellent reasoning, investigative, analytical, and problem-solving ability.

• Excellent facilitation, presentation, and communication skills, both written and oral.

• Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy.

• Passion for safety.

• Ability to work effectively in both independent and team situations.

• Fluency in MS Word, MS Excel, Gmail and Google Applications, SAP, MicroStation InRoads, PMWeb, ProjectWise, and the ability to quickly learn other software systems.

Supplemental Information

Applicant Checklist

Complete Applications must include the following documents:

• A complete CDOT Application for Announced Vacancy (please submit online using the green 'APPLY' button at the top of this announcement)

• A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (The questionnaire is part of the online application. You will be prompted to answer them as you are completing your online application.)

• A cover letter that describes your interest in this position, how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position. Cover letters must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application. Cover letters will not be accepted after the closing date and time of the announcement.

• A detailed chronological resume. Resumes must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application.

• If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.

  Only complete applications submitted by the closing date for this announcement will be given consideration. Every effort must be made to submit all application materials by the announcement close date. Where unusual circumstances prevent timely acquisition of transcripts, they must be submitted within five business days of the announcement close date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application being rejected.

  Notifications:

  All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be via email . Include your current working email address on your application and check your email frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up your email to accept messages from " state.co.us " and " info@governmentjobs.com " addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email . Immediately after you submit your application you should receive an email that confirms that you successfully submitted an application for this position. If you do not, try submitting again until you receive the confirmation email. Be sure to also check your junk folder for email communications from the State of Colorado's website.

  The Hiring Process:

• All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the minimum qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step.

• Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.

• Part, or all, of the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications.

• Be sure your application materials specifically address your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the Major Duties, Minimum Qualifications, and Preferred Qualifications sections as listed above. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the deadline for application may result in your application not being accepted for this position and may affect your inclusion as a qualified candidate in any step of the selection process and placement on the eligible list.

• A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.

  Transfer, Non-Disciplinary Demotion or Reinstatement

  If you believe that you are eligible to be considered as a transfer, non-disciplinary demotion, or reinstatement to this vacancy, you must submit a completed application following the directions in this job announcement and you will be included in the selection process along with other qualified applicants. If you are the finalist for this position after the selection process, Human Resources will confirm your eligibility to be appointed as a transfer, non-disciplinary demotion, or reinstatement applicant.

  Employment Screening

  If an applicant reaches the finalist stage of the hiring process, the Colorado Department of Transportation may procure a consumer report and/or investigative consumer report on the applicant in connection with his/her application for employment purposes, as defined under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. These reports may be obtained at any time after receipt of the applicant's authorization. As part of the employment screening an applicant will be requested to disclose any deferred judgments and convictions as well as an explanation of the circumstances around any arrest or conviction. In the event that a screening returns information that the applicant believes is not accurate, he or she will have an opportunity to dispute the information with “Info Cubic.”

  Info Cubic, a consumer reporting agency, will obtain the report for CDOT. Further information regarding Info Cubic, a Division of Orange Tree, including its privacy policy, may be found online at www.InfoCubic.com and www.OrangeTreeScreening.com . Info Cubic is located at 7275 Ohms Lane, Minneapolis, MN 55439, and can be reached at 877.360.4636 or 888.222.0667.

  The report may contain information bearing on the applicant's character, general reputation, personal characteristics, and mode of living. The information that may be included in the report includes social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records checks, educational records, and driving records checks . CDOT will only request credit reports insofar as they relate to the position for which the applicant is applying. The information contained in the report will be obtained from private and/or public record sources. The applicant will have the right, upon written request made within a reasonable time after receipt of a notice, to request disclosure of the nature and scope of any investigative consumer report.

  Appeal Rights

  If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ( dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us ), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action. For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board go to spb.colorado.gov ; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at 303.866.3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.

  Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

  The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

  Discrimination and/or harassment against any person is prohibited because of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, veteran’s status, marital status, gender identity or any other protected class recognized under the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA). This applies to all employment decisions.

  ADAAA Accommodations

  CDOT is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Amanda.Parkhurst-Strout@state.co.us or call 303-757-9685 .

  Former State Employees

  Former employees of the Colorado Department of Transportation System or any other State of Colorado Department or Agency, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information on his/her application.

  APS (SAP #50003836/PCR #56842)

The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits

Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.

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The Colorado Constitution requires that applicants for State of Colorado positions be Colorado residents at the time the application is submitted. Are you a current resident of the State of Colorado who can provide proof of Colorado residency?

• Yes

• No

  02

  If you are a current or previous State of Colorado classified employee, please provide your Employee Identification Number (EID) in order to verify your current or previous employment. Your EID begins with 997 and is nine digits long. Please do not enter your Social Security Number. If not, please state "N/A".

  03

  Have you been subject to disciplinary action in the last three years of your work experience? If so, please provide details of that disciplinary action. If not, please state "N/A".

  04

  If you are a veteran, please submit a copy of your DD214 as an attachment to your online application. Did you attach a copy of your DD214 to your application? If not, you may go back and do so now. (KF)

• Yes

• No - I am a veteran, but I do not qualify for veterans' preference.

• N/A - I am not a veteran

  05

  CDOT-Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability We are a federal contractor or subcontractor required by law to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified people with disabilities. We are also required to measure our progress toward having at least 7% of our workforce be individuals with disabilities. To do this, we must ask applicants and employees if they have a disability or have ever had a disability. Because a person may become disabled at any time, we ask all of our employees to update their information at least every five years. Identifying yourself as an individual with a disability is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer will be maintained confidentially and not be seen by selecting officials or anyone else involved in making personnel decisions. Completing the form will not negatively impact you in any way, regardless of whether you have self-identified in the past. For more information about this form or the equal employment obligations of federal contractors under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, visit the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) website at www.dol.gov/ofccp. You are considered to have a disability if you have a physical or mental impairment or medical condition that substantially limits a major life activity, or if you have a history or record of such an impairment or medical condition. Disabilities include, but are not limited to: • Autism • Autoimmune disorder, for example, lupus, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, or HIV/AIDS • Blind or low vision • Cancer • Cardiovascular or heart disease • Celiac disease • Cerebral palsy • Deaf or hard of hearing • Depression or anxiety • Diabetes • Epilepsy • Gastrointestinal disorders, for example, Crohn's Disease, or irritable bowel syndrome • Intellectual disability • Missing limbs or partially missing limbs • Nervous system condition for example, migraine headaches, Parkinson's disease, or Multiple sclerosis (MS) • Psychiatric condition, for example, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, or major depression

• Yes, I Have A Disability, Or Have A History/Record Of Having A Disability

• No, I Don't Have A Disability, Or A History/Record Of Having A Disability

• I Don't Wish To Answer

  06

  A cover letter and resume must be uploaded as attachments to your online application. These documents will not be accepted after the closing date and time of the announcement. Did you attach these items to your application? If not, you may go back and do so now.

• Yes

• No

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