Salary: $105,163.00 - $146,166.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 195138
Agency: Department of Transportation-Headquarters
Opening Date: 11/10/2026
Closing Date: 11/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: HD24
Position Number::Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN12
Hiring Range - Min.: $105,163.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $146,166.00
Job Responsibilities Assists in the administration of road construction projects of varying size, scope, and complexity statewide from preconstruction project development through final project closeout. Reviews and assists with the development of contract documents, special provisions, contract time calculations, DBE goals, procurement of professional services for construction engineering and inspection, monitoring compliance with project contract documents, project schedules and budgets, reviewing and approving project documentation, and resolving complex contractual and engineering issues through consultation with contractors, consultant engineers, State and Federal Agencies.
Assists District personnel with construction matters including drainage, erosion control, material concerns, workmanship, field changes, and other contractual matters. Reviews change orders, requests for overruns, construction plan revisions status of final estimates, request for extensions, contractor claims, and value engineering proposals, making recommendations as needed. Inspections (stage and final) of roadway projects to determine quality of construction.
Attends conferences and meetings with contractors, engineering firms, and SCDOT personnel concerning work progress and other related construction and engineering matters. Manages consultant contracts for the Director of Construction office to include preparing solicitations, participating in selections, negotiating contracts, and assisting Districts with the administration of those contracts to meet their needs. Investigates issues and provides special reports for projects assigned to the DOC office.
Provides guidance during preconstruction phase regarding development of contract documents, review of Special Provisions, contract time calculations, constructability reviews and DBE goal setting. Provides expert testimony in litigation cases, as necessary. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum and Additional Requirements A bachelor's degree in Engineering and six {6) 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 Benefits for State EmployeesThe 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 BenefitsEligible 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 BenefitsState 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 BenefitsState 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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Are you a current SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.
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Please indicate the highest level of education you have attained. If you have not completed high school, please indicate the highest grade you completed.
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