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Catholic Charities Community Services

Highway Construction Project Engineer-26345

Catholic Charities Community Services, Rapid City, South Dakota, United States, 57700


*** $2,500 Hiring Incentive ***Current Department of Transportation Employees do NOT qualify for Hiring IncentiveJob ID:

26345Agency:

Department of Transportation / Division of OperationsLocation:

Rapid CitySalary:

$30.00 - $42.55 per hour, depending on experiencePay Grade:

E1 - E3Closing Date:

03/11/2024This is a full-time position with the Department of Transportation. This position performs contract administration on a variety of small to moderately complex projects such as reconstruction projects, structures, Portland cement concrete paving projects, and asphalt paving projects. Duties include, but are not limited to:Preparing project documents;Compiling, analyzing, and preparing project information and data;Developing preliminary design plans;Reviewing plans and plats;Developing final, complete project plans;Providing technical guidance to peers, managers, subordinates, and/or external entities;Attending and providing training;Reviewing the work of others;Inspecting materials and contractor's work;Providing information to the public, other government agencies, internally, the media, and the private sector;Planning and assigning work and providing staff guidance and support.A typical 40-hour workweek, Monday through Friday, can be expected; although, hours may vary during construction activity including weekends. Work activity will involve both an office environment and an outdoor environment, which includes working outdoors in all weather and around traffic.What we offer to you beyond the paycheck:Hiring IncentiveHealth Insurance (Low & High Deductible Single and Family Plans)Well-Being ProgramEmployee Assistance ProgramDental InsuranceVision InsuranceHealth Savings AccountBasic Life Insurance Coverage (free to employee)Membership in South Dakota Retirement SystemLeave:Vacation Leave (15 paid vacation days per year)Sick Leave (14 paid sick days)Paid Family Leave (40 hours per week for twelve weeks for birth or adoption of a child)Military Leave (15 paid days per calendar year)11 Paid HolidaysLongevity PaySemimonthly Pay PeriodsEligibility for Meal Per DiemsPaid Overtime (if applicable)Licenses and Certifications:Currently have a bachelor's degree in civil engineering.The Ideal Candidate Will Have:Only applicants with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related degree will be considered. Candidates with work experience related to road and bridge construction are preferred.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);Construction contract administration (preferred but not required);Department of Transportation policies and procedures (preferred but not required).Skills to:Operate computers, use Microsoft software, and other related software;Operate survey equipment and perform the necessary calculations.Ability to: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 projects and assignments;Work cooperatively with others and promote a friendly work climate to achieve shared goals;Safely move, drag, 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.This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.NCRC:

If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.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 employer-paid health insurance 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

https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/ . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

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