• Provide managerial oversight for subordinate supervisors and the program/projects to which they are assigned.
• Evaluate the work of subordinate supervisors and employees.
• Review and/or calculate technical data relating to engineering and construction projects.
• Review project design and construction plans prepared by consultants.
• Communicate with consultant engineers to discuss prospective or ongoing projects and plans.
• Perform field reviews of engineering and construction projects.
• Meet with various parties having an interest in projects, including representatives of state government, legislators, community leaders, regulators, and other interest groups.
• Monitor and manage budgets associated with projects.
• Read and interpret complex design and construction plans.
• Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver's license is required.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering.
• Knowledge of laws, policies, procedures, and regulations governing contracts, consultant agreements, purchasing, employment, and other matters.
• Knowledge of the internal operation of the Division of Highways.
• Knowledge of plan and specification requirements of the Division of Highways.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to read and comprehend plans and specifications.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to work harmoniously with other employees.
• Ability to supervise others.
REQUIRED TRAINING/EDUCATION
• Certification as an Engineering Technologist by the West Virginia Transportation Engineering Technician Certification Board.
OR
• Pre-Certification as an Engineering Technologist by the West Virginia Transportation Engineering Technician Certification Board.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
• No prior experience required
Special Requirement: Employees functioning as a licensed land surveyor must have a current state license from the State Board of Examiners for Land.