Bridge Maintenance Coordinator (Senior Civil Engineer Supervisor (Transportation))

The Department of Transportation is actively looking to hire a Bridge Maintenance Coordinator, a pivotal position responsible for overseeing the maintenance of records and the scheduling of in-house maintenance tasks. This role entails supervising the work assignments and repairs carried out by the Bridge Maintenance Crews across all inventoried structures within the District. Additionally, the Coordinator will manage the preparation of contracts for bridge maintenance projects executed by external contractors. By applying engineering principles and practices, the Coordinator will ensure that sound decisions and judgments are made regarding the completion of various work assignments. If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to apply now!

In this position, you will oversee the management of records, coordinate in-house maintenance schedules, and supervise the work assignments and repairs conducted by the Bridge Maintenance Crews for all structures cataloged within the District. You will also be responsible for supervising the preparation of contracts for bridge maintenance tasks carried out by external contractors. As the direct supervisor of the District's two Assistant Bridge Maintenance Coordinators (ABMC), you will review reports submitted by your team and authorize payrolls associated with the work completed on the designated structures. Additionally, you will monitor County Bridge Maintenance projects and the tasks assigned to the Bridge-On-Demand maintenance contractor, ensuring that all work is inspected both during progress and upon completion to confirm compliance with Department standards, regional practices, and the original scope of work. Furthermore, you will design structural repairs, create calculations and sketches, and collaborate with the District Bridge Management Unit to formulate more intricate design plans that will enable the County Bridge Maintenance Crews and the Bridge-On-Demand maintenance contractor to execute the necessary repair and maintenance activities effectively.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, at managers discretion. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Bridgeville. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• This position is eligible for alternate work schedule (AWS), at managers discretion.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $75,658.00(before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Six years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty; and an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists; or
• Five years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty; and an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists; and an associate’s degree in civil engineering technology or a closely related engineering discipline; or
• Two years of professional civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.

Special Requirements:

• This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license.

Other Requirements:

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. 
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans: 

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. 
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.