State of Florida

District Construction Engineer

State of Florida

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Chipley • Florida • 🇺🇸 United States

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Salary

💰 $165,322 per year

Job Level

Mid-LevelSenior

About the role

  • Manage the administration of work performed on highway and bridge construction projects
  • Lead, direct, supervise and manage the overall activities of the District Construction Office and the District's Resident Construction and/or Operations Centers
  • Ensure detailed review, analysis, and resolution of contractors issues, claims, and time extensions
  • Represent the Department in Court or Arbitration if a settlement cannot be reached
  • Manage the procurement of Consultant Construction Engineering and Inspection (CCEI) and Design Build Construction contracts
  • Coordinate the exchange of information between District 3, the Office of Maintenance, the Central Office and other Districts
  • Monitor the progress of construction projects and periodic checking of status of projects behind schedule

Requirements

  • Knowledge of civil engineering, design and construction techniques, terminology, and principles
  • Skilled in project management of construction engineering and inspection services
  • Knowledge of Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) specifications for road and bridge construction
  • Ability to interpret construction contracts, plans, and specifications
  • Ability to interpret state and federal legislation, rules and policies related to construction program
  • Registration as a Professional Engineer in accordance with Chapter 471, Florida Statutes
Benefits
  • Health insurance (over 90% employer paid)
  • $25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)
  • Dental, vision and supplemental insurances
  • State of Florida retirement package
  • 10 paid holidays a year
  • Generous vacation and sick leave
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Tuition waiver for public college courses
  • A variety of training opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
civil engineeringconstruction techniquesproject managementconstruction engineeringinspection servicescontract interpretationdesign build constructionprocurementclaims resolutiontime extension analysis
Soft skills
leadershipsupervisioncommunicationproblem-solvingcoordination
Certifications
Professional Engineer registration