Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission

Software Engineer

• Provides support to Engineering staff on a seasonal basis.
• Works involves providing assistance to construction engineers in the location, design or inspection of various engineering projects.
• Participates and assists with various construction engineering projects, both in the office and in the field.
• Reviews roadway, bridge, and traffic construction criteria.
• Reads and interprets inspection/testing reports, engineering drawings/specifications and various maps, including topographic maps.
• Assists construction inspection, field measurement, and/or quantification of various project related items required for the construction of the project.
• Attends meeting, workshops, and professional development trainings on various aspects of organizational business policies and procedures.
• Performs departmental documentation and administrative tasks as needed.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with professional associates, supervisors, and engineering firms.
• Uses situational awareness to anticipate and prevent accidents.

Summer Engineering Intern

• Participates and assists with various construction engineering projects, both in the office and in the field.
• Reviews roadway, bridge, and traffic construction criteria.
• Reads and interprets inspection/testing reports, engineering drawings/specifications and various maps, including topographic maps.
• Assists construction inspection, field measurement, and/or quantification of various project related items required for the construction of the project.
• Attends meeting, workshops, and professional development trainings on various aspects of organizational business policies and procedures.
• Performs departmental documentation and administrative tasks as needed.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with professional associates, supervisors, and engineering firms.
• Uses situational awareness to anticipate and prevent accidents.
• Performs related work as required.

Engineering Intern

• Provides support to Engineering staff on a seasonal basis.
• Assists with various construction engineering projects, both in the office and in the field.
• Reviews roadway, bridge, and traffic construction criteria.
• Reads and interprets inspection/testing reports, engineering drawings/specifications and various maps, including topographic maps.
• Assists construction inspection, field measurement, and/or quantification of various project related items required for the construction of the project.

• Provides support to Engineering staff on a seasonal basis.
• Assists with various construction engineering projects, both in the office and in the field.
• Reviews roadway, bridge, and traffic construction criteria.
• Reads and interprets inspection/testing reports, engineering drawings/specifications and various maps, including topographic maps.
• Assists construction inspection, field measurement, and/or quantification of various project related items required for the construction of the project.
• Attends meeting, workshops, and professional development trainings on various aspects of organizational business policies and procedures.
• Performs departmental documentation and administrative tasks as needed.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with professional associates, supervisors, and engineering firms.
• Uses situational awareness to anticipate and prevent accidents.

• Provides support to Engineering staff on a seasonal basis.
• Involves providing assistance to construction engineers in the location, design or inspection of various engineering projects.
• Participates and assists with various construction engineering projects, both in the office and in the field.
• Reviews roadway, bridge, and traffic construction criteria.
• Reads and interprets inspection/testing reports, engineering drawings/specifications and various maps, including topographic maps.
• Assists in construction inspection, field measurement, and/or quantification of various project related items required for project construction.
• Attends meetings, workshops, and professional development trainings on various aspects of organizational business policies and procedures.
• Performs departmental documentation and administrative tasks as needed.

Project Manager

• Provides guidance and functions as a lead worker to lower-level engineers and provides project supervision and direction to consultants
• May supervise internal professionals including performance management, delegation of work assignments and review of work product
• Manages the development and administration of traffic, facilities, design and/or construction projects with an increased scope of responsibility
• Manages the full lifecycle of assigned projects
• Develops the scope of work and participates in the consultant selection process
• Manages the development of plans, specifications, standards, and cost estimates
• Monitors and reviews the work of contractors
• Performs field inspections, reviews, and surveys to ensure adherence to standards and specifications
• Reviews plans, specifications, studies, invoices, and estimates prepared by consultants
• Attends meetings to provide subject matter expertise, feedback, and recommendations for assigned projects
• Provides oversight of various PTC engineering programs

Roadway Asset Project Manager

Compliance

• Performs analytical work to ensure the promotion and utilization of Diverse Business (DB) programs at the PTC.
• Monitors projects and compliance findings to evaluate the level of DB participation.
• Makes recommendations and provides corrective action to ensure equal opportunity and appropriate participation.
• Works with management staff to develop plans for collaborating with employees, vendors, and others to resolve contract compliance issues and implement good faith efforts.
• Reviews prevailing wage and certified payrolls to ensure PTC compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Notifies management of potential scenarios that may impede contract compliance and makes recommendations for resolving those situations.
• Prepares and analyzes reports, correspondence, forms, databases, and other materials necessary for the proper statistical tracking and administration of a comprehensive DB contracting and compliance program.
• Conducts periodic on-site reviews of contractors doing business with the PTC to evaluate compliance with applicable laws and policies.
• Mediates contract resolution between prime contractors and subcontractors.
• Prepares cases and provides testimony at administrative legal hearings.
• Develops reports, correspondence, forms, and materials necessary for the proper administration of a comprehensive contract compliance program.
• Maintains records for both federal and non-federal contractors.
• Works with other departments with regard to Construction contracts, Professional Services agreements, and with Job Order contracts to assist in developing processes and procedures to decrease the probability of billing errors and irregularities.
• Trains delegates to recognize payroll inconsistencies.
• Uses situational awareness to anticipate and prevent accidents.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Business Compliance Officer

• Serve as senior-level project manager on the most complex engineering projects for the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC)
• Independently direct multiple projects and/or programs and manage full lifecycle of multiple complex projects
• Provide direction and oversight to lower-level engineering staff and consultants including supervision, performance management, delegation, and review of work product
• Serve as primary project manager for development and administration of complex traffic, facilities, design, and/or construction projects
• Develop scope of work, participate in consultant selection, and manage plans, specifications, standards, and cost estimates
• Develop and manage project scheduling, cash flow projections, and compliance activities
• Perform field investigations, reviews, and surveys to ensure adherence to standards and specifications
• Identify and resolve potential problems; review and approve plans, specifications, studies, invoices, and estimates
• Maintain liaison with internal/external staff, consultants, governmental and transportation agencies; meet with property owners and agencies
• Prepare and review detailed reports, documents, and recommendations; attend meetings and represent PTC in committees and trainings
• Participate in traffic and safety surveys and manage various PTC engineering programs
• Apply broad engineering principles and use situational awareness to anticipate and prevent accidents

Senior Engineering Project Manager

Procurement

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, opened on October 1, 1940, is known as “America’s First Superhighway”! Our mission is to operate a safe, reliable, customer-valued toll road system that supports national mobility and commerce. The PTC operates a 565-mile system with over 205 million transactions annually. Together, we are building the highway of the future.
Job Purpose and Summary This position is responsible for performing professional level work coordinating contract administration and procurement activities for a variety of professional services including engineering, technology, financial, and other consulting services on behalf of the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC). Work at this level is distinguished from lower-level procurement positions by the ability to independently administer transactions and contracts in more than one area of procurement which requires coordination with various departments across the organization. Work performed involves the administration of confidential contract and procurement issues which requires significant discretion. Work is performed with independence and is reviewed by an administrative superior for conformance with PTC standards and objectives.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities Provides advice, training, and guidance to departments regarding proper contracting and procurement procedures. Ensures all legal, regulatory, and procedural requirements are met. Develops and coordinates the preparation of Requests for Proposal, Information, and/or Quotation with various departments. Prepares materials and maintains records in accordance with PTC policy and Professional Services Procurement Procedures. Works with vendors to ensure all procurement documents are clearly understood. Provides additional information upon request and reviews proposals from vendors for compliance with contract and procurement regulations and limits. Participates on or facilitates evaluation committees to review proposals/quotations for contraction recommendation. Drafts agreements and facilitates negotiations of prices, terms, and conditions. Ensures all terms are clear and beneficial to the PTC. Secures necessary approvals and signatures utilizing the PTC’s contracts lifecycle management system. Acts as the main point of contact for contract-related communications, and as a liaison between internal teams and external parties. Administers and follows contracts throughout their lifecycle, from initiation to execution and corresponding renewals. Ensures that assigned contracts are administered in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations, and PTC policies and procedures. Analyzes and monitors contract performance and compliance and maintains contractual usage records, obligations, expiration dates, and expenditures. Communicates with departments to help resolve issues that arise (e.g., invoicing, audit resolutions, insurance, bonds, vendor performance, etc.) and ensures that all parties fulfill their obligations. Processes shopping carts for purchases and work orders. Expedites purchases. Analyzes, compiles, and prepares bid/proposal requests. Utilizes the enterprise resource planning system (ERP) in accordance with policies and procedures. Appropriately handles change orders and necessary approval memorandums. Uses situational awareness to anticipate and prevent accidents. Performs related duties as assigned.

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