Transportation Engineering Branch Manager

Commonwealth of Kentucky

$90K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Licensed professional engineer in Kentucky or eligibility for licensing within 6 months.
  • Minimum of four years of engineering experience post-licensure.
  • Supervisory experience required.
  • Strong understanding of highway engineering principles and programs required.
  • Experience coordinating with federal and state agencies.

Responsibilities

  • Establish and implement highway engineering programs.
  • Plan, assign, and coordinate work for engineering personnel.
  • Supervise and evaluate external engineering consultants.
  • Assist Chief District Engineer with agency collaborations.
  • Ensure compliance with construction and maintenance project standards.

Benefits

  • Professional development and training opportunities.
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment.
  • Employee wellness programs.
  • Comprehensive health insurance plus options for dental and vision.
  • Retirement savings plans.
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Transportation Engineering Branch Manager

Pay Grade19

Salary

$7,567.64 Monthly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency

Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways

Location

800 Newtown Ct
Lexington, KY 40511 USA

By joining our Engineering Support Branch as a Transportation Engineering Branch Manager in Fayette County,you'll have the opportunity to manage the activities and employees within a highway engineering branch toassure the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet mission is met with construction and maintenance projects.

Summary of Responsibilities:
  • Assist in the establishment and implementation of highway engineering programs.
  • Plan, assign, supervise, and coordinate the work of professional and technical personnel
  • Supervise and evaluate engineering consultants
  • Assist Chief District Engineer with various federal, state, and local agencies.
Ideal candidate will have experience in:
  • Licensed as a professional engineer by the Kentucky State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineersand Land Surveyors
  • Supervisory Experience
Benefits and Perks:
  • Professional development opportunities and ongoing trainings
  • A collaborative and innovative work environment
  • Employee wellness programs
  • Comprehensive health with optional dental and vision insurance
  • Retirement savings
If you are looking for a rewarding career with a culture of employee involvement, where teamwork is the normand measurement of performance is essential, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is for you!

We invite you to apply for the opportunity to allow you to expand your learning potential while providing asteady paycheck and benefits.

We look forward to reviewing your application!

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION:See Special Requirements.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:Must have four years of engineering experience in addition to that required for licensure as a professional engineer.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):Must possess a valid driver's license prior to employment in this job classification. Must be licensed as a professional engineer by the Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors OR must be licensed in another state with the ability to obtain a Professional Engineering license from the Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors within the employee's initial six month probationary period. Engineering decisions recommended by individuals without a Kentucky Professional Engineering License must be approved by a KRS Chapter 322 Licensed Professional Engineer until licensure is obtained. For additional information refer to: http://kyboels.ky.gov/ Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the office and in the field. Will be exposed to risks inherent to construction sites which require the following of safety procedures.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Kelly A Baker at [email protected] or 859-246-2355.

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