District 6 Construction Engineer - North Platte
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Location: North Platte, NE 69101
Description:
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Hiring Agency:
Transportation - Agency 27
Location:
North Platte, NE
Hiring Rate:
$45.314
Job Posting:
JR2025-00015617 District 6 Construction Engineer - North Platte (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
04-25-2025
Job Description:
The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking a Professional Engineer to lead and manage the District 6 Construction program, under the direct supervision and guidance of the District 6 Engineer. Assignments involve independent responsibility, and incumbents are responsible for complex engineering function in a specialized area of engineering, having significant statewide impact. Assigned work typically requires substantial administrative and program management responsibilities and knowledge, which includes providing licensed professional engineering advice and guidance to senior managers of the agency and/or other entities to ensure engineering program and project activities adhere to relevant laws, professional standards, program regulations, agency policies and specific plans, specifications, and material requirements. Supervisory duties include managing one or more work units and supervising primarily professional-level licensed engineers, other professional-level employees, and/or paraprofessionals engaged in either specialized or diverse activities that are statewide or regional in scope.
Pay rate range of $45.314 per hour to $66.799 per hour commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints, if approved.
Please reach out to Tessa Burford, Talent Acquisition Partner, at (402) 419-3192, if you have questions or to learn more.
Job Duties:
Effectively lead and develop a team of 30+ construction professionals in District 6, providing vision, setting priorities, developing goals that drive strong engagement and safety.
Hire, promote, and supervise the work of construction project engineers, first line supervisors, technicians, and other employees. Train, monitor, and evaluate work performed, address complaints, provide direction, guidance and disciplines assigned employees when necessary.
Oversee, manage, and implement the District 6 construction program.
Advise contractors on acceptable methods and material used on highway construction projects; monitor progress of projects and compliance with plans, specifications, and special provisions; approve progress estimate payments to contractors; evaluate and recommend acceptance or non-acceptance of completed projects to the immediate supervisor.
Develops alternative field plans or change order recommendations based on costs, benefits, safety, and overall feasibility; evaluate construction program progress to assure that plan/program objectives are realized.
Review plans and contracts prior to letting for accuracy and constructability; and confer with various agency employees on changes and enhancements.
Interpret federal and State laws and regulations to field staff, system owners/operators, local officials, and private citizens to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Effectively communicate with contractors, consultants, other agencies and the public to resolve problems, and address concerns or complaints.
Update the District Engineer and District Operations & Maintenance Manger regarding construction program activities, project status and changes, and equipment and staffing needs. Serve as Assistant District Engineer and act on behalf of the District 6 Engineer when designated.
Participate in the development, administration, and monitoring of the budget and expenditures for District 6 Construction, including vehicle usage and allocation.
Draft letters of response for the immediate supervisor, the agency head or senior management, and other governmental officials as necessary.
Attend meetings of associations and organizations to participate as a representative of the agency.
Assist local public agencies with implementation of their federal aid construction projects.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements/Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and two years of experience performing professional level engineering assignments. Must possess a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license at the time of application and be licensed by the Nebraska Board of Engineers and Architects at time of employment or be able to obtain such license within 90 days of employment.
Preferred Qualifications: Five years of progressively responsible transportation engineering experience, including supervising, leading and managing complex engineering teams within an organization. Demonstrated experience in performance management, budget management, public relations, and human resource management. Experience in roadway design, environmental regulations, surveying, and operations. Strong communicator with demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Other: A valid driver's license is required. Extensive travel is required with occasional overnight stays. Regular and reliable attendance is also required.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Knowledge of: the engineering principles, practices, and techniques associated with the assigned work; general management principles, techniques, and methods such as personnel and organizational management, budgeting, and employee supervision; state and federal laws and regulations associated with the assigned work; current literature, trends, developments, and practices associated with the assigned work; employing agency budgetary and fiscal policies, procedures, and practices.
Ability to: communicate ideas, concepts, regulations, practices and procedures to present, persuade, negotiate, or defend decisions and actions; make clear and convincing group presentations; listen to others and facilitate exchange of information; develop and revise policies and standards to carry out work objectives properly, safely, and cost effectively; establish program objectives and performance goals to utilize available resources, meet division and agency goals, and comply with state and federal requirements; lead others and foster cooperation as a team; anticipate and act before being required by events; improve personal and assigned employees' performance; counsel and offer employees career enrichment and satisfaction; coordinate and integrate the activities of diverse work units and employees/contractors; courteously interact with members of the public, elected and appointed officials, public interest group representatives, contractors, consultants, and agency employees at all levels within the organization; project a professional image and provide leadership; perform responsibilities with high ethical and professional standards.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.
Hiring Agency:
Transportation - Agency 27
Location:
North Platte, NE
Hiring Rate:
$45.314
Job Posting:
JR2025-00015617 District 6 Construction Engineer - North Platte (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
04-25-2025
Job Description:
The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking a Professional Engineer to lead and manage the District 6 Construction program, under the direct supervision and guidance of the District 6 Engineer. Assignments involve independent responsibility, and incumbents are responsible for complex engineering function in a specialized area of engineering, having significant statewide impact. Assigned work typically requires substantial administrative and program management responsibilities and knowledge, which includes providing licensed professional engineering advice and guidance to senior managers of the agency and/or other entities to ensure engineering program and project activities adhere to relevant laws, professional standards, program regulations, agency policies and specific plans, specifications, and material requirements. Supervisory duties include managing one or more work units and supervising primarily professional-level licensed engineers, other professional-level employees, and/or paraprofessionals engaged in either specialized or diverse activities that are statewide or regional in scope.
Pay rate range of $45.314 per hour to $66.799 per hour commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints, if approved.
Please reach out to Tessa Burford, Talent Acquisition Partner, at (402) 419-3192, if you have questions or to learn more.
Job Duties:
Effectively lead and develop a team of 30+ construction professionals in District 6, providing vision, setting priorities, developing goals that drive strong engagement and safety.
Hire, promote, and supervise the work of construction project engineers, first line supervisors, technicians, and other employees. Train, monitor, and evaluate work performed, address complaints, provide direction, guidance and disciplines assigned employees when necessary.
Oversee, manage, and implement the District 6 construction program.
Advise contractors on acceptable methods and material used on highway construction projects; monitor progress of projects and compliance with plans, specifications, and special provisions; approve progress estimate payments to contractors; evaluate and recommend acceptance or non-acceptance of completed projects to the immediate supervisor.
Develops alternative field plans or change order recommendations based on costs, benefits, safety, and overall feasibility; evaluate construction program progress to assure that plan/program objectives are realized.
Review plans and contracts prior to letting for accuracy and constructability; and confer with various agency employees on changes and enhancements.
Interpret federal and State laws and regulations to field staff, system owners/operators, local officials, and private citizens to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Effectively communicate with contractors, consultants, other agencies and the public to resolve problems, and address concerns or complaints.
Update the District Engineer and District Operations & Maintenance Manger regarding construction program activities, project status and changes, and equipment and staffing needs. Serve as Assistant District Engineer and act on behalf of the District 6 Engineer when designated.
Participate in the development, administration, and monitoring of the budget and expenditures for District 6 Construction, including vehicle usage and allocation.
Draft letters of response for the immediate supervisor, the agency head or senior management, and other governmental officials as necessary.
Attend meetings of associations and organizations to participate as a representative of the agency.
Assist local public agencies with implementation of their federal aid construction projects.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements/Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and two years of experience performing professional level engineering assignments. Must possess a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license at the time of application and be licensed by the Nebraska Board of Engineers and Architects at time of employment or be able to obtain such license within 90 days of employment.
Preferred Qualifications: Five years of progressively responsible transportation engineering experience, including supervising, leading and managing complex engineering teams within an organization. Demonstrated experience in performance management, budget management, public relations, and human resource management. Experience in roadway design, environmental regulations, surveying, and operations. Strong communicator with demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Other: A valid driver's license is required. Extensive travel is required with occasional overnight stays. Regular and reliable attendance is also required.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Knowledge of: the engineering principles, practices, and techniques associated with the assigned work; general management principles, techniques, and methods such as personnel and organizational management, budgeting, and employee supervision; state and federal laws and regulations associated with the assigned work; current literature, trends, developments, and practices associated with the assigned work; employing agency budgetary and fiscal policies, procedures, and practices.
Ability to: communicate ideas, concepts, regulations, practices and procedures to present, persuade, negotiate, or defend decisions and actions; make clear and convincing group presentations; listen to others and facilitate exchange of information; develop and revise policies and standards to carry out work objectives properly, safely, and cost effectively; establish program objectives and performance goals to utilize available resources, meet division and agency goals, and comply with state and federal requirements; lead others and foster cooperation as a team; anticipate and act before being required by events; improve personal and assigned employees' performance; counsel and offer employees career enrichment and satisfaction; coordinate and integrate the activities of diverse work units and employees/contractors; courteously interact with members of the public, elected and appointed officials, public interest group representatives, contractors, consultants, and agency employees at all levels within the organization; project a professional image and provide leadership; perform responsibilities with high ethical and professional standards.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.