Engineer in Training I DesignConstruction -Grand Junction CO

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The EngineerinTraining position is expected to gain engineering expertise and to apply engineering theories principles and standards to the design and preparation of plans and specifications for highway projects. This position will also ensure quality construction by supervising inspecting testing and documenting the work on highway construction projects and verify they are in compliance with the contract plans and specifications. As the selected candidate gains knowledge and experience there is opportunity for advancement.

This EIT I position is a hybrid entry level Construction/Design Position. This role would be a hybrid between construction and design. Construction duties would include inspection office engineering schedule review drafting change orders and reviewing pay estimates after appropriate training. This position may support both the Montrose and Grand Junction construction teams. In design the role would involve assisting the PEW Design Team with plan and schedule reviews project management constructability reviews and design of project elements after training.

• Learn to support the PE with assigned low level complexity projects using practical applications of professional engineering processes theories laws principles and techniques related to highway engineering.
• Learn to assist the PE with documentation for designrelated decisions; participates in project scoping and consults with the PE to recommend the final designforapproval.
• Learn to maintain official project records by receiving reviewing and assuring the proper logging distribution and filing of all related documents.
• Learn to assemble plans and specifications using established CDOT formats and worksheets.
• Learn to use MicroStation software to create roadway design drawings.
• Review and learn to interpret and incorporate design standards from guidance documents such as the Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction and its revisions the CDOT Project Development Manual the AASHTO Policy on Geometric Design of Highways and Streets etc.
• Learn to create and maintain project design schedules that accurately reflect the design timeline including input from the specialtygroupssuchasEnvironmentalHydraulicsROWUtilitiesBridgeGeotechetc.
• Learn to schedule and run project design progress meetings such as FIR FOR etc.
• Drive to project meetings and to project sites for field visits.
• With oversite learn to generate and maintain an accurate detailed estimate for the construction costs of assigned projects. This includes such tasks as setting up and managing project information quantities and pay items into Transport during design.
• Observe the Contractors construction methods procedures and materials utilized to assure that the final construction product is in conformance with all plan details specifications and standards.
• Learn to determine Measurement and/or calculation of quantity of various items of work completed on the construction project.
• Learn to document construction Contractor daily activities traffic control devices and work zone locations etc.
• Learn to communicate with other state employees and construction personnel.
• Required to drive CDOT vehicles to various projects

Work Environment:

• Generally daytime hours Monday Friday; night and/or weekend work may be required during the construction season April November
• This position is approximately 50 in office and 50 in the field.
• Overnight travel may be required to work out of town during the duration of certain projects.
• Required to drive CDOT vehicles.

Must have a bachelors degree in engineering from an accredited institution. (We will accept May 2025 graduates).Unless applying under Substitutions a copy of your transcript(s) or official NACES credential evaluation report must be submitted.Transcripts must show either:

• A degree in engineering has been conferred.
  

OR

• All engineering and other course work including current coursework with an anticipated graduation date of May 2025.

Substitutions:

• Current enrollment as an Engineer Intern by the Colorado Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors.
• OR Current valid licensure as a Professional Engineer from the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors.

College Transcripts:If you are using education to qualify a legible copy of your official or unofficial college transcript(s) or a foreign credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Transcripts must show the name of the school and that a degree was conferred. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside of the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or foreign credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position.

Conditions of Employment

• It is a CDOT condition of employment that individuals hired for EngineerInTraining positions must also licensure as a professional engineer by the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyorswithin eight years of initial appointment to an EIT position.

• Must pass a preemployment screening which may include social security number trace criminal records check public court records check educational records and driving records checks. More information in the supplemental information section.

• A current valid driver license is required for all Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) positions which require operating a state or personal motor vehicle to perform one or more essential functions of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Theexceptional applicantwillpossess the proven ability or accomplishment in the following:

• Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section.

• Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position.

• Highest work/personal ethics and integrity.

• Knowledge and experience with civil engineering design and construction for transportation projects.
• Knowledge of the CDOT Materials Manual CDOT Roadway Design Manual CDOT Project Development Manual CDOT Construction Manual CDOT Standards & Specifications Manual for Road and Bridge Construction CDOT Field Materials Manual CM/GC Manual CDOT PEL Manual AASHTO Roadside Design Guide and MUTCD.
• Maintain current working knowledge of engineering processes theories laws principles conceptual models and best practices.

• Interest in working on Construction Management/General Contractor (CM/GC) projects.

• Ability to manage multiple assignments priorities and projects in a demanding environment.

• Ability to work under tight deadlines and be adaptable to changing assignments.

• Ability to take initiative to solve problems in an innovative manner.

• Ability to work with general public professional consultants and staff with sensitivity to their needs priorities promises made and commitments.

• Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills.

• Strong time and project management skills including prioritization and project switching ability.

• Excellent reasoning investigative analytical and problemsolving ability.

• Excellent facilitation presentation and communication skills both written and oral.

• Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy.

• Passion for safety.

• Ability to work effectively in both independent and team situations.

• The desire to perform field construction inspections and work outside.

• The desire to promote through the EIT program at CDOT to become a Licensed Engineer with the ultimate goal of managing inspectors and testers while administering construction contracts and ensuring that the contractor is following the plans and specifications on capital improvement and asset management construction projects.

• Fluency in MS Word MS Excel MS Project Project Wise Open Roads In Roads Gmail Google Suite SAP and the ability to quickly learn other software systems.

Complete Applications must include the following documents:

1. A complete CDOT Application for Announced Vacancy (please submit online using the green APPLY button at the top of this announcement)

2. A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (The questionnaire is part of the online application. You will be prompted to answer them as you are completing your online application.

3. A cover letter that describes your interest in this position how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position. Cover letters must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application. Cover letters will not be accepted after the closing date and time of the announcement.

4. A detailed chronological resume. Resumes must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application.

5. If you are using education to qualify a copy of your official or unofficial transcript showing that your degree has been conferred and the name of your school or your NACES accreditation. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.

6. If you are a veteran a copy of your DD214. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.

Only complete applications submitted by the closing date for this announcement will be given consideration. Every effort must be made to submit all application materials by the announcement close date. Where unusual circumstances prevent timely acquisition of transcripts they must be submitted within five business days of the announcement close date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application being rejected.

Notifications:

The Hiring Process:

1. All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the minimum qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step.

2. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.

• Part or all of thecomparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications.

• Be sure your application materials specifically address your qualifications experience work products and accomplishments as they relate to the Major Duties Minimum Qualifications and Preferred Qualifications sections as listed above. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the deadline for application may result in your application not being accepted for this position and may affect your inclusion as a qualified candidate in any step of the selection process and placement on the eligible list.

1. A top group up to six candidates will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.

Transfer NonDisciplinary Demotion or Reinstatement

If you believe that you are eligible to be considered as a transfer nondisciplinary demotion or reinstatement to this vacancy you must submit a completed application following the directions in this job announcement and you will be included in the selection process along with other qualified applicants. If you are the finalist for this position after the selection process Human Resources will confirm your eligibility to be appointed as a transfer nondisciplinary demotion or reinstatement applicant.

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