Local Transportation Bridge Manager 3033449

Job ID 3033449 Location Bismarck, ND Salary Range From 8127.00 To 8127.00 Monthly Full/Part Time Full-Time Regular/Temporary Regular FLSA Status Administrative Local Government Division – Bismarck Shape the Future of Transportation with the North Dakota Department of Transportation! Are you ready to make a real impact? The North Dakota Department of Transportation is looking for dedicated and skilled professionals to join our team. This is your chance to play a vital role in creating safe, efficient, and innovative transportation solutions that serve communities across our state. We uphold the values of professionalism, respect, integrity, dedication, and excellence in everything we do. If you're seeking a rewarding career with purpose, we encourage you to apply today! NDDOT Starting Salary: $8,127 / month This position requires work in the office 5 days a week in the Bismarck/Mandan area. This position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule requiring a minimum of three days a week in the office within the Bismarck/Mandan area. Job Duties Include: NDDOT LPA Bridge Lead for Counties & Consultants Provide authority, direction, and oversight to the state's 53 counties and consultants for all Local Public Agency (LPA) bridge activities. Develop and maintain relationships with counties, cities, consultants, and partner agencies. Coordinate LPA bridge activities between NDDOT, FHWA, and other applicable agencies. Prepare, execute, and administer consultant Preliminary Engineering (PE) and Construction Engineering (CE) contracts, billings, and work authorizations. Represent NDDOT at conferences, commission meetings, and other stakeholder meetings, and complete consultant evaluations. Serve as the NDDOT contact person and subject matter expert for LPA bridge Program. Local Bridge Inspection Program Coordinator Manage and administer the local bridge inspection program in compliance with federal regulations. Oversee bridge inspection contracts, including scheduling, routine inspections, scour monitoring inspections, and payment approvals. Collaborate with Local Public Agencies, consultants, NDDOT divisions, and FHWA on inspection-related activities. Notify local agencies of required load postings, critical findings, and required corrective actions. Attend FHWA quality control field reviews of LPA bridge inspections. Serve as the NDDOT contact person and subject matter expert for the local bridge inspection program. Represent NDDOT at city and county commission meetings and other stakeholder meetings. Local Bridge Program Manager & Historic Bridge Coordinator Manage state and federal funding provided to local entities for bridge projects. Coordinate project selection, programming, and delivery with local agencies. Develop and administer agreements, contracts, bid packages, and payment processes. Review project schedules, plans, specifications, and estimates to support timely project delivery and bidding requirements. Provide guidance on environmental clearance, permitting, utility coordination, constructability, and other project development activities. Coordinate with SHPO and local agencies on historic bridge preservation recommendations. Collaborate with NDDOT divisions, FHWA, and other agencies while providing technical assistance throughout project development and construction. Local Government Program Support Assist with administration of Local Government programs, including Flex Fund, Transportation Alternatives, Special Road Fund, and other related programs. Conduct routine project field inspections to verify project scope completion. Execute contracts and process payments. Provide support and assistance to Local Public Agencies as needed. Maintain program compliance and support division objectives. Other Responsibilities Responsible for approximately $100 million in LPA bridge funding each biennium. Administers and manages 50 or more LPA Bridge Preliminary Engineering (PE) and Construction Engineering (CE) consultant c…

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