Pavement Design Engineer/Project Manager - R2
Apply NowCompany: State of Utah
Location: Salt Lake City, UT 84118
Description:
Salary: $36.55 - $59.29 Hourly
Location : Salt Lake County, UT
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 44423
Agency: 810 Department of Transportation
Unit: 2266 DOT R2 Materials Lab Admin
Opening Date: 03/05/2025
Closing Date: 3/26/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Exempt
Recruiter: Michelle Boone, mboone1@utah.gov
# of Openings: 1
Location: UDOT Region 2,2010 S 2760 W,Salt Lake City, Utah
Background Check: You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Schedule Code: B - Competitive Career Service - Employment in this position requires a probationary period.
Schedule Code Description: This position requires a 12 month probationary period. Current State employees who have already passed a probationary period will not be required to complete another one.
Benefits: This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details.
EEO Statement: The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, dial 711 or TTY: 800-346-4128.
Job Description
The Utah Department of Transportation is currently looking for an organized, motivated and skilled individual to fill the Pavement Design Engineer/Project Manager (Engineer III) position with the Region Two Materials Lab.
Job Description
In this position, you will function as the Project Manager and Project Designer for the pavement preservation projects (Orange Book projects) for Region Two. This is a unique position within UDOT as you will be responsible for performing both the pavement designs and project management for Region Two construction projects. The Pavement Design Engineer/Project Manager directs the project from the planning phase through design and assists through construction.
Principle Duties
As the Pavement Design Engineer/Project Manager, you are responsible for:
As the Pavement Design Engineer/Project Manager you will help us reach our goal of Zero Crashes, Injuries and Fatalities, which is a great goal for everyone. In addition, you will receive a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. You can have a fulfilling career, while maintaining a good work/life balance. Click to to see a summary of the benefits we offer.
The Agency
For more information on the Utah Department of Transportation please click
Qualifications
Additional knowledge, skills, and abilities required upon entry into the position and trainable after entry into the position:
Supplemental Information
Here is some additional information of which you should be aware:
Benefits:
The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click
FMLA General Notice:
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As part of this application process, you must provide your work history in the work history section of your application. Failure to provide this information may result in disqualification. Your answers to the questions on this application must be supported by your work history, otherwise you may not receive credit.
02
Are you a current UDOT employee?
03
Are you licensed as a Professional Engineer in Utah?
04
Do you have a PE License in any other states?
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Please list the license number, date of licensure, and expiration date for all states you hold PE licenses in.
06
How many years of engineering experience do you have following your licensure as a PE?
07
If you are not a Registered Professional Engineer, have you passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam & have at least two (2) years of post graduate progressively responsible engineering experience? Please attach a copy of your FE exam results.
08
Are you a current UDOT Rotational Engineer? If yes, please upload, or email to the recruiter, your letter/email of release stating that you are eligible to apply for this specific position. Rotational Engineers may be released from the program before three years as required by region or department business needs per UDOT policy 05-82. To request a release from the Rotational Engineer Program send an email to Patrick Cowley at patrickcowley@utah.gov requesting release from the rotational program including the following: 1) What position you are applying for, 2) How long you have been in the rotation program, 3) What rotations you have completed, and 4) If you have taken/passed the PE exam. With this information, Patrick will forward the request to the Deputy Director and Region Director for review.
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How many years of engineering experience do you have designing, constructing, or maintaining pavements?
10
How many years experience do you have estimating and budgeting projects and processes?
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How many years experience do you have designing or constructing highways or highway related facilities?
12
Do you have any relatives who currently work for UDOT?Per UDOT Policy, relatives are defined as: spouse, child, parent, sibling, grandparent, grandchild, uncle, aunt, nephew, niece, first cousin (including in-laws and step relatives), or co-habitating employees.
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If you do have relatives working for UDOT, please list the name, relationship, and work location for each relative.
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120 - Please indicate how you heard about this specific job posting.)
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Location : Salt Lake County, UT
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 44423
Agency: 810 Department of Transportation
Unit: 2266 DOT R2 Materials Lab Admin
Opening Date: 03/05/2025
Closing Date: 3/26/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Exempt
Recruiter: Michelle Boone, mboone1@utah.gov
# of Openings: 1
Location: UDOT Region 2,2010 S 2760 W,Salt Lake City, Utah
Background Check: You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Schedule Code: B - Competitive Career Service - Employment in this position requires a probationary period.
Schedule Code Description: This position requires a 12 month probationary period. Current State employees who have already passed a probationary period will not be required to complete another one.
Benefits: This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details.
EEO Statement: The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, dial 711 or TTY: 800-346-4128.
Job Description
The Utah Department of Transportation is currently looking for an organized, motivated and skilled individual to fill the Pavement Design Engineer/Project Manager (Engineer III) position with the Region Two Materials Lab.
Job Description
In this position, you will function as the Project Manager and Project Designer for the pavement preservation projects (Orange Book projects) for Region Two. This is a unique position within UDOT as you will be responsible for performing both the pavement designs and project management for Region Two construction projects. The Pavement Design Engineer/Project Manager directs the project from the planning phase through design and assists through construction.
Principle Duties
As the Pavement Design Engineer/Project Manager, you are responsible for:
- Performing pavement design for all Region Two construction projects.
- Writing necessary materials specifications.
- Working with the Pavement Management Engineer to maintain Region Two pavement network condition.
- Defining a project scope.
- Preparing project estimates, budgets, and schedules.
- Participating in the design reviews for all Region Two construction projects.
- Coordinating and monitoring the work involved in the tasks.
- Ensuring that pavement preservation projects follow UDOT advertising and design processes.
- Coordinating with other Project Managers and Designers.
- Coordinating with the Region Two Materials Lab Manager to obtain pavement samples and soils samples for testing.
- Coordinating project issues through continuing and timely communication with the Department's partners, public involvement, risk assessment, management, and monthly project schedule and accounting updates.
- Any other duties as assigned.
- A Professional Engineer (PE) license in Utah in accordance with the provisions of Utah Code Annotated 58-22.
- Strong communication, facilitation, and organizational skills.
- Excellent skills in identifying and solving complex problems.
- The ability to mentor and train others.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering; and
- Proof of passing the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE); and
- Completed at least two years of post-graduate engineering experience. (A Master's degree in a related field may be considered for one year of post-graduate experience.)
As the Pavement Design Engineer/Project Manager you will help us reach our goal of Zero Crashes, Injuries and Fatalities, which is a great goal for everyone. In addition, you will receive a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. You can have a fulfilling career, while maintaining a good work/life balance. Click to to see a summary of the benefits we offer.
The Agency
For more information on the Utah Department of Transportation please click
Qualifications
Additional knowledge, skills, and abilities required upon entry into the position and trainable after entry into the position:
- use logic to analyze or identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts associated with information or data to draw conclusions
- conduct a methodical examination
- principles, theories, and practices of civil engineering
- find, gather and collect information or data
- use CADD/ computer assisted drafting and design
- principles, theories, and practices of leadership
- principles, theories, and practices of engineering
- evaluate information against a set of standards
- read and interpret maps, plats, charts, plans, blueprints and/or electrical schematics
- speak clearly, concisely and effectively; listen to, and understand, information and ideas as presented verbally
- ensure compliance with contract terms, policies and procedures, etc.
- procurement and/or administration of contracts, grants, loans, or similar agreements
- use scientific methods to solve problems
- research methods, techniques, and/or sources of information
- perform scientific and/or technical research
- communicate information and ideas clearly, and concisely, in writing; read and understand information presented in writing
- use State or agency-specific software application program(s)
- use engineering data processing application programs
- coordinate the activities or tasks of people, groups and/or organization(s)
Supplemental Information
Here is some additional information of which you should be aware:
- Working Conditions: Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
- Physical Requirements: Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
- Employee may be reassigned to a different location as deemed necessary by the Region Director / Group Leader.
Benefits:
The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click
FMLA General Notice:
(right click + open link in new tab)
(clic derecho + abrir en una pestaa nueva?)
01
As part of this application process, you must provide your work history in the work history section of your application. Failure to provide this information may result in disqualification. Your answers to the questions on this application must be supported by your work history, otherwise you may not receive credit.
- I have read and understand these statements.
02
Are you a current UDOT employee?
- No
- Yes
03
Are you licensed as a Professional Engineer in Utah?
- No
- Yes
04
Do you have a PE License in any other states?
- Yes
- No
05
Please list the license number, date of licensure, and expiration date for all states you hold PE licenses in.
06
How many years of engineering experience do you have following your licensure as a PE?
- None
- Up to 1 year
- Up to 2 years
- Up to 3 years
- Up to 4 years
- Up to 5 or more years
07
If you are not a Registered Professional Engineer, have you passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam & have at least two (2) years of post graduate progressively responsible engineering experience? Please attach a copy of your FE exam results.
- Already a licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
- FE and 2 years post-graduate engineering experience
- No
08
Are you a current UDOT Rotational Engineer? If yes, please upload, or email to the recruiter, your letter/email of release stating that you are eligible to apply for this specific position. Rotational Engineers may be released from the program before three years as required by region or department business needs per UDOT policy 05-82. To request a release from the Rotational Engineer Program send an email to Patrick Cowley at patrickcowley@utah.gov requesting release from the rotational program including the following: 1) What position you are applying for, 2) How long you have been in the rotation program, 3) What rotations you have completed, and 4) If you have taken/passed the PE exam. With this information, Patrick will forward the request to the Deputy Director and Region Director for review.
- No
- Yes
09
How many years of engineering experience do you have designing, constructing, or maintaining pavements?
- None
- Up to 1 year
- Up to 2 years
- Up to 3 years
- Up to 4 years
- Up to 5 years or more
10
How many years experience do you have estimating and budgeting projects and processes?
- None
- Up to 1 year
- Up to 2 years
- Up to 3 years
- Up to 4 years
- Up to 5 or more years
11
How many years experience do you have designing or constructing highways or highway related facilities?
- None
- Up to 1 year
- Up to 2 years
- Up to 3 years
- Up to 4 years
- Up to 5 or more years
12
Do you have any relatives who currently work for UDOT?Per UDOT Policy, relatives are defined as: spouse, child, parent, sibling, grandparent, grandchild, uncle, aunt, nephew, niece, first cousin (including in-laws and step relatives), or co-habitating employees.
- No
- Yes
13
If you do have relatives working for UDOT, please list the name, relationship, and work location for each relative.
14
120 - Please indicate how you heard about this specific job posting.)
- State of Utah job site (www.governmentjobs.com/careers/utah)
- Referred by a Friend or Family
- Indeed
- Other External Job Board or Site
- Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
- DWS job website (www.jobs.utah.gov)
- Advertisement (Digital Ad, Billboard, Print, etc.)
- Professional Network (Association, Membership, Work Colleague)
- University Network (Handshake, School Job Board, Career Center, etc.)
- Contacted by a Recruiter
- Career or Job Fair
- Internship
- Interviewed for different position
- Internal communications (Agency/Division, etc.)
- Other (not listed above)
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