Director of Engineering and Planning
Apply NowCompany: State of South Carolina
Location: Lexington, SC 29072
Description:
Salary: $95,000.00 - $153,973.00 Annually
Location : Lexington County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 174951
Agency: DDSN-Central Office
Opening Date: 03/27/2025
Closing Date: 4/1/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: HD80
Position Number:: 60008350
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 9
Hiring Range - Min.: $95,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $125,000.00
Opening Date: 03/27/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Online applications must be submitted at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sc/ddsn. You must include ALL current and previous work history and education.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
This position is located at the Department of Disabilities and Special Needs Central Office currently located at:
3440 Harden Street Ext, Columbia, SC 29203.
**Effective April 2025, the Department of Disabilities and Special Needs will relocate to:
400 Otarre Parkway, Cayce, SC 29033.**
About Our Agency
The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs (DDSN) is the state agency that plans, develops, coordinates, and funds services for South Carolinians with the severe, lifelong disabilities of:
Job Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for the oversight and supervision of engineering work regarding complex projects or highly technical functions within a specialized field. The incumbent will direct regional and state-wide projects, consult with government representatives, engineers, and contractors. The incumbent also oversees technical and administrative operations, including five DDSN Regional Centers and the DDSN Central Office. This position will exercise final approval authority over contracts, bidding procedures, and code interpretations, in accordance with state and agency procurement guidelines. The incumbent also serve as the agency liaison with the Department of Public Health (DPH) Division of Health Facility Construction, and Office of State Fire Marshal. Specific duties include:
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering technology, or construction science and management and advanced-level engineering or construction management work experience, including experience in a technical supervisory capacity, or a bachelor's degree and four (4) years of advanced-level engineering or construction management work experience, including experience in a technical supervisory capacity.
A valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications
Registration as a Professional Engineer by the South Carolina State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors. Ten (10) years direct advanced-level architectural, engineering, or construction management work experience including experience in technical supervisory capacity.
Knowledge of the theories, principles and practices of engineering or architecture appropriate to assigned area of responsibility. Knowledge of federal and state laws, rules and regulations pertaining to the operation of the unit. Ability to interpret codes, laws and standards as they apply to planning, design and construction. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to oversee the work of subordinate engineering, technical and administrative staff members.
Additional Comments
About Our Agency: The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs (DDSN) is the state agency that plans, develops, coordinates, and funds services for South Carolinians with the severe, lifelong disabilities of intellectual disability and related disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury and similar disability.
EEO Statement: DDSN provides affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex --including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.
Employment Contingency: Employment is contingent upon our receipt of the following required pre-employment screenings: medical screening - to include a drug screening; State and Federal background criminal record checks (to include FBI fingerprinting), SC Dept. of Social Services' Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry screening, and CMS "List of Excluded Individuals/Entities" screening; SC Dept. of Motor Vehicles Driving Record check; and a review of transcripts verifying educational credentials. We reserve the right to rescind this offer in the event minimum requirements are not met to include positions that require certifications and/or licensure, your application is incomplete or inaccurate, or our review of your background uncovers information, including opinions of previous employers and references, which cause us to conclude, at our sole discretion, that you are not suited for the position.
Immunization: If this position requires the applicant to work directly with DDSN consumers, a (2) step PPD testing or QuantiFERON TB Gold testing must be completed prior to beginning employment. All new employees who are healthcare providers are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, Varicella and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment.
State Disaster Plan: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, DDSN employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.
Employee Referral: The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs supports a Referral Incentive Reward and a Retention Bonus program. You may contact Human Resource for further information.
Supplemental Questions: Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and educationA resume may not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
01
If you have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense after your 17th birthday, you MUST list this information under "agency-wide question #1 & #2" regardless of how long ago the conviction(s) took place (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record). This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. You may only omit minor traffic violations such as speeding tickets & seatbelt violations, etc. *Please note that conviction of a criminal offence does not bar you from employment in all cases; each conviction is evaluated individually. However, failure to list convictions is considered falsification of the application and may be grounds for termination. It is your responsibility to know what is on your criminal record. If you have questions regarding this requirement, please inquire before you complete your application. Do you understand this statement?
02
Which of the following best describes the highest level of education you have completed?
03
What was your major area of study?
04
Are you registered as a Professional Engineer by the South Carolina State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors?
05
How many years of advanced-level engineering or construction management work experience do you possess?
06
Please describe your advanced-level engineering or construction management experience. If you do not possess this experience enter N/A.
07
Do you have experience in a technical supervisory capacity?
08
Please describe your experience in a technical supervisory capacity. If you do not possess this experience enter N/A.
09
Please describe you experience with the South Carolina Procurement Code. Please include any experience with the SC Consolidated Procurement code, Office of State Engineering State PIP manual, DPH Division of Health Facility Construction Guidelines Manual, as well as codes from the SC Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR) and the South Carolina Building Code Council. If you do not possess this experience enter N/A.
10
Do you possess a valid driver's license?
11
I understand that ONLY a complete and accurate application will be considered. I have included ALL current and previous work history and education and know that my resume will NOT be accepted nor reviewed to determine if I have met the qualifications of the position; it will be passed over. I understand that providing false, misleading, or inaccurate information on this application or during the interview process is grounds for disqualification, or termination if already hired. Additionally, the supplemental questions are considered part of my official application. By checking "Yes" I certify that I have followed the application instructions.
Required Question
Location : Lexington County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 174951
Agency: DDSN-Central Office
Opening Date: 03/27/2025
Closing Date: 4/1/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: HD80
Position Number:: 60008350
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 9
Hiring Range - Min.: $95,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $125,000.00
Opening Date: 03/27/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Online applications must be submitted at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sc/ddsn. You must include ALL current and previous work history and education.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
This position is located at the Department of Disabilities and Special Needs Central Office currently located at:
3440 Harden Street Ext, Columbia, SC 29203.
**Effective April 2025, the Department of Disabilities and Special Needs will relocate to:
400 Otarre Parkway, Cayce, SC 29033.**
About Our Agency
The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs (DDSN) is the state agency that plans, develops, coordinates, and funds services for South Carolinians with the severe, lifelong disabilities of:
- intellectual disability and related disabilities
- autism spectrum disorder
- traumatic brain injury
- spinal cord injury and similar disability
Job Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for the oversight and supervision of engineering work regarding complex projects or highly technical functions within a specialized field. The incumbent will direct regional and state-wide projects, consult with government representatives, engineers, and contractors. The incumbent also oversees technical and administrative operations, including five DDSN Regional Centers and the DDSN Central Office. This position will exercise final approval authority over contracts, bidding procedures, and code interpretations, in accordance with state and agency procurement guidelines. The incumbent also serve as the agency liaison with the Department of Public Health (DPH) Division of Health Facility Construction, and Office of State Fire Marshal. Specific duties include:
- Responsible for securing multiple large procurements to address conditions at DDSN's (5) five regional centers. Plans and directs major state-wide and regional construction activities related to DDSN owned facilities and property. Maintains a five year capital project plan related to facilities operated by DDSN and coordinates with Chief Financial Officer and Budget Director to ensure funding needs. Coordinates maintenance of CPIP accounting records with Finance Division. Responsible for the oversight and procurement of agency engineering projects to include; Capital Budgeting, hiring consultants, on-site evaluations, design development, and the review of construction documents. Responsible for the advertisement of and ensures pre-bid meetings bids are received, witnessed and reviewed.
- Directs and reviews the preparation of schematic, design development, and construction documents. Includes drawings, specifications, and project manuals for all building and renovation projects of DDSN. Directs and reviews the preparation of schematic, design development, and construction documents. Includes drawings, specifications, and project manuals for all building and renovation projects of DDSN. Ensures in-house management review is conducted, plan revisions are requested as necessary, corrections are made, follow-up review is conducted to check corrections, ensures documents are complete and ready for bid advertisement. Coordinates with external advisors where considered necessary to ensure projects are fully compliant with regulations and codes.
- Responsible for the coordination with the DDSN Procurement office on any solicitations and ensures compliance and the implementation of procurement codes related to permanent improvement projects. Responsible for ensuring the Engineering Division is trained to addresses compliance issues related to the Procurement Codes to include requirements presented in the SC Consolidated Procurement code, Office of State Engineering State PIP manual, DPH Division of Health Facilities Construction Guidelines Manual, and codes from the SC Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR) and the South Carolina Building Code Council.
- Provides limited technical and consulting support to DDSN Providers for their capital projects as requested; includes Provider network in Solicitation and award in Indefinite Delivery of Contracts for architectural and engineering services with firms familiar with individuals with intellectual and other disabilities, and related residential, institutional, business and other buildings owned and operated by DDSN and our network of providers. Interfaces with the Provider network when needs arise to operations of DDSN-owned, provider-operated facilities. Assists in ensuring equity and consistency in SCDDSN responses to Provider requests for facility needs in accordance with department directives.
- Provides guidance to Engineering staff and ensures support in several Engineering program areas to include the oversight of Medicaid Environmental Modifications; off campus facilities to include community residences, program buildings and administration buildings; administrative and logistical support as it pertains to the Office of State Engineering, DDSN Procurement and the State Materials Management office; oversight regarding the Capital Grant program by ensuring the maintenance of grant award documentation for more than $100 million in Capital Grants to DDSN's provider network.
- Represents DDSN in meetings with architects, engineers, contractors, agency personnel and other state and local offices. Attends initial design strategy meetings, plan review meetings, pre-bid meeting, pre-construction meetings, site visits, substantial completions inspections, final completion inspections for all projects that require the Engineering Director's professional expertise. Maintains professional knowledge through attendance at or participations in training opportunities. Negotiates complex contracts and change orders for DDSN related to all construction projects.
- Negotiates complex contracts and change orders for DDSN related to all construction projects. Serves as the Department's liaison with DPH Division of Health Facility Construction regarding changes, renovations, and code compliance issues as DDSN owned facilities licensed by DPH. Serves as the Department's liaison with the Office of State Fire Marshal regarding the contract to review plans, provide life safety training to DDSN and Provider staff.
- Performs additional duties as assigned.
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering technology, or construction science and management and advanced-level engineering or construction management work experience, including experience in a technical supervisory capacity, or a bachelor's degree and four (4) years of advanced-level engineering or construction management work experience, including experience in a technical supervisory capacity.
A valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications
Registration as a Professional Engineer by the South Carolina State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors. Ten (10) years direct advanced-level architectural, engineering, or construction management work experience including experience in technical supervisory capacity.
Knowledge of the theories, principles and practices of engineering or architecture appropriate to assigned area of responsibility. Knowledge of federal and state laws, rules and regulations pertaining to the operation of the unit. Ability to interpret codes, laws and standards as they apply to planning, design and construction. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to oversee the work of subordinate engineering, technical and administrative staff members.
Additional Comments
About Our Agency: The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs (DDSN) is the state agency that plans, develops, coordinates, and funds services for South Carolinians with the severe, lifelong disabilities of intellectual disability and related disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury and similar disability.
EEO Statement: DDSN provides affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex --including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.
Employment Contingency: Employment is contingent upon our receipt of the following required pre-employment screenings: medical screening - to include a drug screening; State and Federal background criminal record checks (to include FBI fingerprinting), SC Dept. of Social Services' Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry screening, and CMS "List of Excluded Individuals/Entities" screening; SC Dept. of Motor Vehicles Driving Record check; and a review of transcripts verifying educational credentials. We reserve the right to rescind this offer in the event minimum requirements are not met to include positions that require certifications and/or licensure, your application is incomplete or inaccurate, or our review of your background uncovers information, including opinions of previous employers and references, which cause us to conclude, at our sole discretion, that you are not suited for the position.
Immunization: If this position requires the applicant to work directly with DDSN consumers, a (2) step PPD testing or QuantiFERON TB Gold testing must be completed prior to beginning employment. All new employees who are healthcare providers are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, Varicella and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment.
State Disaster Plan: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, DDSN employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.
Employee Referral: The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs supports a Referral Incentive Reward and a Retention Bonus program. You may contact Human Resource for further information.
Supplemental Questions: Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and educationA resume may not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
01
If you have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense after your 17th birthday, you MUST list this information under "agency-wide question #1 & #2" regardless of how long ago the conviction(s) took place (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record). This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. You may only omit minor traffic violations such as speeding tickets & seatbelt violations, etc. *Please note that conviction of a criminal offence does not bar you from employment in all cases; each conviction is evaluated individually. However, failure to list convictions is considered falsification of the application and may be grounds for termination. It is your responsibility to know what is on your criminal record. If you have questions regarding this requirement, please inquire before you complete your application. Do you understand this statement?
- Yes
- No
02
Which of the following best describes the highest level of education you have completed?
- High School Diploma/GED
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate
- None of the above
03
What was your major area of study?
04
Are you registered as a Professional Engineer by the South Carolina State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors?
- Yes
- No
05
How many years of advanced-level engineering or construction management work experience do you possess?
06
Please describe your advanced-level engineering or construction management experience. If you do not possess this experience enter N/A.
07
Do you have experience in a technical supervisory capacity?
- Yes
- No
08
Please describe your experience in a technical supervisory capacity. If you do not possess this experience enter N/A.
09
Please describe you experience with the South Carolina Procurement Code. Please include any experience with the SC Consolidated Procurement code, Office of State Engineering State PIP manual, DPH Division of Health Facility Construction Guidelines Manual, as well as codes from the SC Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR) and the South Carolina Building Code Council. If you do not possess this experience enter N/A.
10
Do you possess a valid driver's license?
- Yes
- No
11
I understand that ONLY a complete and accurate application will be considered. I have included ALL current and previous work history and education and know that my resume will NOT be accepted nor reviewed to determine if I have met the qualifications of the position; it will be passed over. I understand that providing false, misleading, or inaccurate information on this application or during the interview process is grounds for disqualification, or termination if already hired. Additionally, the supplemental questions are considered part of my official application. By checking "Yes" I certify that I have followed the application instructions.
- Yes
- No
Required Question