What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Manager 2 District 8 CPA Construction, PN20062802 position at State of Ohio - Transportation - District 08?
What you will do:
This position will provide project administration and daily oversight for a variety of construction projects within the district from time of sale through project finalization. This will include the supervising and development of project inspection personnel. The desired candidate will be a strong communicator, with solid construction knowledge and problem-solving skills.
Official Position Description:
Establishes & implements operational plan for project activities to ensure efficient & safe use of equipment & personnel to perform earthwork, excavation, embankment, drainage, structures (both minor & major), concrete pavement, bituminous asphalt paving & berm work , electrical & signing, clearing & grubbing operations, seeding & mulching, etc., inclusive of all elements of projects as described by contract; works directly under Project Engineer to assist in the oversight of testing of concrete, asphalt concrete & aggregates for quality control & compaction of soil; provides technical assistance to other agency managers in area of expertise & evaluates & recommends changes in work practices which impact program; operates state vehicle to travel to job sites & assure that projects are completed (i.e., check contractor compliance with state specifications); uses laptop computer & related software(e.g., Microsoft Office) to prepare reports, enter notes for construction diaries & refers to portable files for specification notes & plans; assists Project Engineer in enforcement of safety practices relating to inspection of roadway construction activities; assists in the audit of construction projects for compliance with ODOT's documentation procedures which involves auditing pay quantities & all supporting documentation; assures accuracy of data entered into transportation management system (TMS); utilizes knowledge of ODOT's construction procedure manuals, specifications & their applications as they apply to proper documentation of required work; works with multiple areas (e.g., test lab, projects, construction office); determines & resolve any difference prior to approval & certification.
Prepares & keeps complete file for project activities (e.g., plans showing locations, character, dimensions & details of work, daily diaries, contractor's estimates, field calculations, field measurements, etc.) assures pay quantities are correct & all contract features are accurately recorded; operates computer to enter & retrieve data from Site-Manager & related systems; acts as liaison between contractors, utilities, railroads, material suppliers & District Transportation Engineer 3 & 4's to insure successful development, implementation & administration of projects.
Reviews warranty projects & prepares reports based on the review using a computer & related software (e.g., Microsoft Office); assures assigned state equipment is maintained & in good working condition; attends construction schools & assists in presenting information at construction schools using a computer & related software (e.g., Microsoft Office). Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications- Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
Note: if position will be assigned to operate motorized equipment of size & type regulated by Sections 4506.1, 4506.03 & 4506.12 of Ohio Revised Code, applicant must also have valid commercial driver license, if required to operate state vehicle
Supplemental Information
ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.
- All exempt new hires to ODOT must serve a one-year probationary period.
- All exempt promotions are required to serve a 6-month probationary period.
- This position is overtime exempt based on FLSA Standards.
- This position has been designated as a Career Professional position per the Ohio Revised Code 5501.20.
- The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
All candidates applying for employment opportunities should be authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship for an employment visa is not currently available for positions with the Ohio Department of Transportation.