Salary: $70,304.00 - $105,978.00 Annually
Location : Charleston County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 193233
Agency: Department of Transportation-District 6
Opening Date: 09/24/2026
Closing Date: 10/7/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: HD22
Position Number::
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN10
Hiring Range - Min.: $70,304.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $105,978.00

Job Responsibilities

Manages projects of moderate complexity. Supervises inspectors in all phases of highway and bridge construction projects. Reviews reports, estimates, and final plans produced by subordinates. Coordinates project inspection requirements with project engineers and chief technician. Monitors project QA/QC, erosion control and traffic control activities on projects for compliance with policies, procedures and plans. Meets with general public, contractor personnel, utility companies, city and county officials as necessary while representing the department. Trains subordinates and assists RCE in project closeout duties. Assists project engineers on major projects with project management duties. Reviews and prepares daily diaries, monthly construction estimates, and final plans on construction projects. Performs project inspection and survey duties as needed. Takes samples and/or supervises others in sampling materials used by the contractor to ensure accordance with specifications. Conducts EPMS reviews. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management and one (1) year of engineering or construction management work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence.

Physical Requirement: Normal forty (40) hour week. May occasionally work extended hours (emergencies/hazardous weather). Should have the capability to stand and work for long periods and trek over rough terrain. Must be able to stand, bend, squat, stoop and have good balance. Must be able to work in hazardous conditions such as weather and traffic.

A motor vehicle operator's license is required.
Additional Comments
Applications accepted on-line at careers.sc.gov. Supplemental questions are considered part of the application and must be completed. Additional questions regarding the application process should be directed to: District 6 HR at 843-740-1665.

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.
01

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.

• Yes
• No

02

Are you a former 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.

• Yes
• No

03

Please indicate the highest level of education you have attained. If you have not completed high school, please indicate the highest grade you completed.
04

What class driver's license do you possess?

• Class A (CDL)
• Class B (CDL)
• SC Class C
• SC Class D
• Other State Driver's License
• None

05

How did you find out about this vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation? Please check all that apply.

• Job/Career Fair
• Referred by current SCDOT employee
• SCDOT presentation
• Sign or billboard
• Bumper sticker/magnetic sign
• Facebook or Twitter post
• Internship
• Newspaper Ad
• Radio Ad
• Television Ad
• Trade Journal
• Referred from Vocational Rehab
• Referred from Department of Employment and Workforce
• Jobs.SC.Gov webpage
• Other

06

If you selected "other" please explain how you found out about the vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation.
07

If you were referred by a current SCDOT employee, what is their name?
08

I understand that I must complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume cannot be submitted for completed work history and education sections of the employment application.Only information contained within this application will be used to determine my qualifications for this position or for any other employment consideration should I be the selected candidate. I have read and acknowledged this statement.

• Yes
• No

09

My failure to accurately and completely describe my work experience may prevent my application from being forwarded to the hiring manager. I understand and acknowledge this statement.

• Yes
• No

Required Question