Transp Engr Dir I / Engr Mgr II (PE) - Upstate RPG 4 Lead Engineer (61034824)

Salary: $116,906.00 - $178,908.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 193935
Agency: Department of Transportation-Headquarters
Opening Date: 10/14/2026
Closing Date: 10/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: HD25
Position Number::
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN13
Hiring Range - Min.: $116,906.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $178,908.00

Job Responsibilities

Provides planning, coordination and administration of major regional engineering activities of considerable scope and complexity. To assist the Director of Preconstruction by providing professional engineering service in the general supervision and management of the Federal, State, and other funding programs to ensure development of projects, including design plans and specifications, in compliance with policy, standards, schedule, and budget.

Provides management of Program Managers and project development process activities for highway projects including the supervision of personnel, scheduling of work, planning, and budgeting. Ensures compliance with NEPA, Department project development process, and public involvement
practices.

Provides management of Design Managers and technical design activities for highway projects including development of highway design plans and specifications for roadway/bridge project right of way plans and construction plans in accordance with all applicable State, Federal, and AASHTO guidelines. Monitors and sets schedules for completion of design activities in order to meet Department obligation dates. Signs and seals plans for right of way and construction and provides engineering testimony as an expert witness.

Performs miscellaneous other duties as required such as initiation and preparation of correspondence and reports, responding to various requests, serving on various committees and study groups, and representing the Department at meetings, etc.

Performs resource management, including Department staff and various types of consultants, in order to deliver projects, plans and specifications. Sets regional priorities and balances work needs versus available resources.

Performs administrative and personnel management activities including preparing performance evaluation documents, monitoring career path and training requirements, and other related personnel matters as required. Monitors office budgets, procurement of supplies and equipment, and other administrative requirements of the Business Plan. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Engineering and eight (8) years of engineering work experience. Necessary Special Requirement: Registration as a Professional Engineer by the South Carolina State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors. A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.

The physical demands for the essential functions involves sitting or standing at a desk for extended periods of time. This position may require occasional travel. May require bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, and kneeling. Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside normal business hours or respond to emergency situations.
Additional Comments

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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