State Construction Structural Engineer, Transportation Engineer 4, Office Of Construction Administration, PN 20050502

State Construction Structural Engineer, Transportation Engineer 4, Office of Construction Administration

State Structures Staff Specialist Engineer leads the development and implementation of statewide structures policies, specifications, and quality assurance programs. This role provides expert technical oversight, supports innovation in construction methods, and ensures consistency across districts through training, policy development, and on-site evaluations.

What You Will Do

• Serve as the Structures Staff Specialist, developing engineering policies and plans for complex or unique projects with significant organizational impact.
• Chair the Structures Specification Committee, updating and publishing the State of Ohio Construction & Material Specification (C&MS) book and the Construction Inspection Manual.
• Conduct Technical Process Reviews (TPRs), prepare annual Quality Assurance Reports (QARs), and perform on-site evaluations for contract and specification compliance.
• Advise on contract administration, change orders, and emergency requests, acting as a liaison between Central Office, Districts, and industry.
• Research and incorporate best practices and new technologies statewide, including reviewing other states' practices.
• Develop and deliver online training courses for local governments, construction staff, and contractor associations using Microsoft Office.

Key Attributes

• Policy & Standards Leadership: Develops and updates statewide specifications, quality assurance programs, and manuals to ensure consistency.
• Technical Oversight: Provides expert guidance on structural construction issues, reviews complex projects, and advises on compliance.
• Quality Assurance: Conducts TPRs, prepares QARs, and performs on-site evaluations.
• Specification Development: Collaborates with design and research teams to evaluate and support new materials and methods.
• Policy Development: Drafts policies and procedures to support consistent practices and performance goals.
• Training & Outreach: Designs and delivers online training for various stakeholders using Microsoft Office tools.

Benefits to you:

• Enjoy an excellent work/life balance.
• Receive paid time off with vacation, sick and personal leave.
• Receive 11 paid holidays per year.
• Receive regular pay increases; 1st increase after 4 months.
• Receive an extensive benefits package; including Medical and FREE Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insurance after completion of eligibility period.
• Experience growth opportunities within organization.
• Participate in employee tuition reimbursement programs.
• Receive a pension plan with 14% employer contribution.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

Qualifications

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. Job Skills: Civil Engineering

ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.

All bargaining unit and exempt new hires to ODOT must serve a one year probationary period.

This position is overtime exempt based on FLSA Standards.

If this position is filled internally, the wage rate will be determined in accordance with the Ohio Revised Code.

This position has been designated as a Career Professional position per the Ohio Revised Code 5501.20.

Background Check: The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

ADA Statement: Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace: The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.