What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Engineer 4 Construction 20051853 position at Ohio Department of Transportation?
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Who We Are Looking For
Licensed as registered professional engineer by Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors; 2 yrs. exp. as group or project leader or supervisor providing work direction & training to employees engaged in engineering projects or 2 yrs. exp. in managing engineering research projects (i.e., managing research projects applies only to staff specialist positions); if assigned to operate a state vehicle to travel to & inspect project sites, must possess valid driver’s license.
Valid Driver's License Required To Operate State Vehicle.
Licensed as Registered Professional Engineer by Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors.
Job Skills: Civil Engineering
Organization
Transportation - District 03
Agency Contact Name and Information
DO3.Personnel@dot.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
May 18, 2026, 3:59:00 AM
Work Location
District 3 HQ
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Ashland County-Ashland
Compensation
$43.09-$61.56
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
7:30am-4:30pm
Classified Indicator
Classified
Union
Exempt from Union
Professional Skills
Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Developing Others, Leading Others, Motivating Others, Teamwork
Agency Overview
Transportation Engineer 4 - Capital Programs, PN 20051853
Who We Are
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) oversees building and maintaining the nation’s 5 th largest interstate system and the 2nd largest number of bridges. We take pride in providing safe and efficient roadways for the people of Ohio and to the people traveling within our great state. And in order to achieve that, we do A LOT! From Planning, Engineering, Construction to Law, HR, Communications, IT and everything in between, ODOT has a career for just about everyone. ODOTers are hardworking, passionate, and dedicated to public service. We strive to achieve our agency’s vision every day: To be a long term, reliable, professional, and highly productive organization.
ODOT's Mission Statement: To provide a transportation system that is safe, accessible, well maintained, and positioned for the future.
Who We Are Looking For
- Licensed Professional Engineer
- Problem solver
- Effective communicator
- Good leadership and mentoring skills
- Experience in management of construction projects
- Good organizational skills
- Knowledge of construction specifications and contract requirements
- Act as Staff Specialist managing construction projects within the Construction Department
- Support assigned project staff in the performance of highway construction projects and the testing functions to ensure compliance with contract plans and specifications
- Review and evaluate construction or plan issues in the field
- Authorize the need for revisions to the plans and review change orders on projects
- Review Progress Schedules and recommend extension of completion dates and assessment of Liquidated Damages
- Negotiate prices for extra work and new items of work needed on the projects
- Reviews and coordinates flow of project submittals, including shop drawings, lab reports, RFI’s, dispute documentation, etc.
- Review project staffing and equipment needs and assignment of staff and equipment based on project
- Management of assigned staff, including approval of Kronos & EIMS time, employee evaluations, approval of training, etc.
- Mentoring of assigned staff to ensure proper administration, inspection, and documentation is being completed
- Meet with contractors, local agencies, and public to resolve project issues and complaints
- Conduct and participate in construction project meetings (preconstruction meetings, progress meetings, partnering meetings, etc.)
- Involvement in project development prior to project award, including scope meetings, scope reviews, plan/constructability reviews, prebid questions, etc.
- At least a 14% employer contribution in to your OPERS pension plan
- Pay increases pursuant to the Ohio Revised Code
- Work/Life Balance
- The opportunity to work on an important mission
Licensed as registered professional engineer by Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors; 2 yrs. exp. as group or project leader or supervisor providing work direction & training to employees engaged in engineering projects or 2 yrs. exp. in managing engineering research projects (i.e., managing research projects applies only to staff specialist positions); if assigned to operate a state vehicle to travel to & inspect project sites, must possess valid driver’s license.
- Or licensed as registered professional engineer by Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors; 12 mos. exp. as Transportation Engineer 3, 85643; if assigned to operate a state vehicle to travel to & inspect project sites, must possess valid driver’s license.
- Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above may be substituted for the experience required, but not for the mandated registration.
Valid Driver's License Required To Operate State Vehicle.
Licensed as Registered Professional Engineer by Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors.
Job Skills: Civil Engineering
Organization
Transportation - District 03
Agency Contact Name and Information
DO3.Personnel@dot.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
May 18, 2026, 3:59:00 AM
Work Location
District 3 HQ
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Ashland County-Ashland
Compensation
$43.09-$61.56
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
7:30am-4:30pm
Classified Indicator
Classified
Union
Exempt from Union
Professional Skills
Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Developing Others, Leading Others, Motivating Others, Teamwork
Agency Overview
Transportation Engineer 4 - Capital Programs, PN 20051853
Who We Are
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) oversees building and maintaining the nation’s 5 th largest interstate system and the 2nd largest number of bridges. We take pride in providing safe and efficient roadways for the people of Ohio and to the people traveling within our great state. And in order to achieve that, we do A LOT! From Planning, Engineering, Construction to Law, HR, Communications, IT and everything in between, ODOT has a career for just about everyone. ODOTers are hardworking, passionate, and dedicated to public service. We strive to achieve our agency’s vision every day: To be a long term, reliable, professional, and highly productive organization.
ODOT's Mission Statement: To provide a transportation system that is safe, accessible, well maintained, and positioned for the future.
Salary : $43 - $62