Transportation Engineering Branch Mgr

Commonwealth of Kentucky

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

Qualifications

  • Licensed as a professional engineer by Kentucky Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.
  • A minimum of four years of engineering experience beyond licensure requirements.
  • Demonstrated supervisory experience in an engineering or technical setting.
  • Strong ability to work collaboratively with various federal, state, and local agencies.
  • Ability to obtain Kentucky licensure within six months if licensed in another state.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the establishment and implementation of highway engineering programs.
  • Plan, assign, supervise, and coordinate the work of engineering teams.
  • Supervise and evaluate performance of engineering consultants.
  • Collaborate with Chief District Engineer on various projects and planning efforts.
  • Ensure adherence to safety procedures on construction sites.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities and ongoing training.
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment.
  • Employee wellness programs to support health.
  • Comprehensive health insurance with optional dental and vision coverage.
  • Retirement savings plans for future financial security.
Full Job Description
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Transportation Engineering Branch Mgr

Pay Grade19

Salary

$7,567.64 Monthly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | EXEMPT | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency

Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways

Location

800 Newtown Court
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 Engineers and Land Surveyors
  • Supervisory experience
  • Engineering experience in additional to that required for licensure
Benefits & 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
Additional position information: (travel required, standing, stooping, bending, lifting, and sitting at a desk, etc.)

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 additionalinformation 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 Lisa Mason at [redacted] or [redacted].

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