Engineer I - III (Highway Construction Project Engineer)
Engineer I - III (Highway Construction Project Engineer)
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**$2500 Hiring Incentive Available**
Current Department of Transportation Employees and Those from Other State Agencies Do Not Qualify
Former Department of Transportation employees must have a minimum of 1-year break in employment to be eligible for the hiring incentive.
Job ID: 31759
Agency: Department of Transportation / Division of Operations
Location:Rapid City SDSalary: $32.06 - $44.34 per hour depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: E1 - E3
Closing Date: 06/26/2025
This is a Full-Time position with the Department of Transportation. For more information about the Department of Transportation please visit .
Were looking for a Highway Construction Project Engineer to help us live out our mission of providing Better Lives Through Better Transportation.
Were looking for a individual who exemplifies our core values and is willing to develop skills in construction administration asphalt paving concrete paving grading bridge construction and more.
Youll have opportunities to work both independently and in team settings both in an office environment and an outdoor environment. Our team dynamics are supportive and goal-oriented. Team members at SDDOT are purpose-driven and know the difference their work makes.
What You Bring to the SDDOT:
What the SDDOT Offers:
Duties and Responsibilities:
All position responsibilities are tightly related to the SDDOT mission of efficiently provide a safe and effective public transportation system. These duties include:
Work assignments are frequently performed outside in all weather conditions. Outdoor work involves working in all weather types and working around traffic heavy construction equipment rugged terrain and sometimes water bodies.
This position is typically a 40-hour workweek Monday through Friday; although hours may vary during construction activity including overtime and some weekends. A typical workweek during off-construction season is limited to 40 hours.
Interaction with the public typically consists of contact with landowners contractors the traveling public and local government.
This position requires travel to and from work sites within an approximate 60 mile radius of Rapid City. Overnight travel can be expected for attending training courses and meetings.
Licenses and Certifications:
Certification in one or more materials testing areas and/or one or more inspection areas is required within the first year of employment. Further certification areas will be determined by the supervisor according to job responsibility and needs. Required certifications must be maintained for continued employment. Classes and training in the certification areas are provided through the Department of Transportation.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Only applicants with a Bachelors of Science degree in Civil Engineering or a related field will be considered. Applicants should possess or be eligible to obtain their Fundamentals of Engineering or Professional Engineering license. Prior construction contract administration and construction engineering experience is preferred. Speak English language proficiently and fluently. Position level will be dependent upon experience.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
Skill to:
Ability to:
Join the South Dakota Department of Transportation! View more about this opportunity here: .
Compensation:
The total compensation for Hourly Wage State/Federal Benefits for a typical year for entry level Highway Construction Project Engineer is approximately $89431.00 annually.
Qualifications of the successful applicant will determine the engineering classification level assigned.
Salary will be set depending on qualifications.
This position is eligible for Veterans Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays generous vacation and sick leave accrual dental vision and other insurance options and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online:
You must apply online emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email:
An Equal Opportunity Employer
#LI-Onsite
Current Department of Transportation Employees and Those from Other State Agencies Do Not Qualify
Former Department of Transportation employees must have a minimum of 1-year break in employment to be eligible for the hiring incentive.
Job ID: 31759
Agency: Department of Transportation / Division of Operations
Location:Rapid City SDSalary: $32.06 - $44.34 per hour depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: E1 - E3
Closing Date: 06/26/2025
This is a Full-Time position with the Department of Transportation. For more information about the Department of Transportation please visit .
Were looking for a Highway Construction Project Engineer to help us live out our mission of providing Better Lives Through Better Transportation.
Were looking for a individual who exemplifies our core values and is willing to develop skills in construction administration asphalt paving concrete paving grading bridge construction and more.
Youll have opportunities to work both independently and in team settings both in an office environment and an outdoor environment. Our team dynamics are supportive and goal-oriented. Team members at SDDOT are purpose-driven and know the difference their work makes.
What You Bring to the SDDOT:
- Growth Mindset
- Vision and Creativity
- Team-oriented attitude.
- Confident action-oriented personality
- Attention to detail and a passion for organization
- Commitment to fostering high ethical standards
What the SDDOT Offers:
- Hiring incentive
- Health insurance (low and high deductible plans which include a $0 premium employee-only coverage plan)
- Well-being program
- Employee assistance program
- Dental and Vision
- Health savings account
- Free basic life insurance policy
- Membership in the South Dakota Retirement System with partial state match
- Paid leave (15 vacation days per year)
- Sick leave (14 days per year)
- Paid family leave (12 weeks for birth and adoption of child equivalent to 40 hours per week)
- Military leave (15 days per year)
- 11 paid holidays
- Longevity pay
- Semimonthly pay periods
- Eligibility for meal per diems
Duties and Responsibilities:
All position responsibilities are tightly related to the SDDOT mission of efficiently provide a safe and effective public transportation system. These duties include:
- perform construction contract administration reports estimates construction change orders;
- perform project design work and plans;
- test and sample materials (Portland cement concrete asphalt gravel and soil);
- inspect roadways concrete and asphalt paving and structures (bridges box culverts pipe culverts and installations);
- perform field surveys;
- inspect temporary traffic controls through and around work zones;
- provide technical guidance to peers managers subordinates external entities;
- planning and assigning work and providing staff guidance and support;
- provide communication both verbally and written to the public government agencies media private sector and internally.
Work assignments are frequently performed outside in all weather conditions. Outdoor work involves working in all weather types and working around traffic heavy construction equipment rugged terrain and sometimes water bodies.
This position is typically a 40-hour workweek Monday through Friday; although hours may vary during construction activity including overtime and some weekends. A typical workweek during off-construction season is limited to 40 hours.
Interaction with the public typically consists of contact with landowners contractors the traveling public and local government.
This position requires travel to and from work sites within an approximate 60 mile radius of Rapid City. Overnight travel can be expected for attending training courses and meetings.
Licenses and Certifications:
Certification in one or more materials testing areas and/or one or more inspection areas is required within the first year of employment. Further certification areas will be determined by the supervisor according to job responsibility and needs. Required certifications must be maintained for continued employment. Classes and training in the certification areas are provided through the Department of Transportation.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Only applicants with a Bachelors of Science degree in Civil Engineering or a related field will be considered. Applicants should possess or be eligible to obtain their Fundamentals of Engineering or Professional Engineering license. Prior construction contract administration and construction engineering experience is preferred. Speak English language proficiently and fluently. Position level will be dependent upon experience.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
- Civil Engineering highway and bridge construction theories principles and design practices;
- basic practices and terminology of computer operations and computer aided design and drafting practices;
- construction materials (preferred but not required);
- manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (preferred but not required);
- construction contract administration (preferred but not required);
- Department of Transportation policies and procedures (preferred but not required);
- technical processes and methods needed to perform duties associated with transportation engineering and construction.
Skill to:
- correct application of engineering principles as they apply to highway construction;
- use a computer and operate Microsoft and CAD software;
- communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to:
- read and follow construction plans;
- interpret comprehend and implement department specifications and special provisions;
- provide work direction and training to project technicians interns and seasonals;
- prioritize daily work based on department requirements and contractor activities;
- enforce policies specifications and standards;
- complete plan design based on current specifications and DOT procedures;
- display high standards of ethical conduct;
- demonstrate self-confidence and take action when needed;
- attend to all details of assignments and complete work properly accurately and thoroughly;
- listen attentively to others and clearly convey information and ideas;
- develop expertise by actively identifying development needs taking advantage of development opportunities and applying newly learned knowledge and skills on the job;
- treat customers courteously and be responsive to their needs;
- exercise sound judgment when making decisions and take prompt decisive action;
- actively seek collect and evaluate information to learn more about issues or events;
- display a high level of effort and commitment towards completing assignments and goals;
- set priorities schedule activities acquire resources and monitor progress to ensure the successful completion of project and assignments;
- work cooperatively with others and promote a friendly work climate in order to achieve shared goals;
- safely move drag and lift 35 pounds frequently up to 60 pounds occasionally (without assistance) and 90 or more pounds infrequently (with assistance);
- walk sit and stand for extended periods of time;
- routinely reach climb balance stoop kneel crouch or crawl.
Join the South Dakota Department of Transportation! View more about this opportunity here: .
Compensation:
The total compensation for Hourly Wage State/Federal Benefits for a typical year for entry level Highway Construction Project Engineer is approximately $89431.00 annually.
Qualifications of the successful applicant will determine the engineering classification level assigned.
Salary will be set depending on qualifications.
This position is eligible for Veterans Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays generous vacation and sick leave accrual dental vision and other insurance options and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online:
You must apply online emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email:
An Equal Opportunity Employer
#LI-Onsite
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