REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of civil engineering practices, methods and materials used in design and construction of projects, including highway, bridge and road design.
• Knowledge of environmental and other regulatory requirements.
• Strong project management skills.
• Ability to manage and de-escalate conflicts.
• Ability to administer engineering projects from conception through the design and construction.
• Understanding of theory and design of structures and highways.
• Ability to prepare and read plans and specifications.
• Ability to use engineering tools and drafting equipment and programs.
• Excellent communication and public speaking skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to negotiate with and persuade others.
• Ability to use small hand tools, shovel, level, tape, wheel, rod and other surveying / measuring equipment.
• Proficient in use of computers with Microsoft Windows and Office Suite and bridge and road design software and project management and inspection software.
• Familiar with GIS and mapping software.
• Familiar with general office equipment, telephones, printers, etc.
• Understanding of theory and design of structures, highway design and highway materials.
• Ability to work with all types of people both within and out of the organization.
• Ability to manage a team.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Experience with CAD software (Microstation)
• Survey equipment
• Understanding of a tolling road system

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related degree (required)
• 10 years’ experience in construction and design of civil engineering projects.
• Two years supervisory experience.
• 3-5 years project management experience, including managing contractors, maintenance and structural crews.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Continuous sitting, bending, twisting, and turning.
• Continuous use of hands to touch, handle or feel (i.e. repetitive gripping, grasping, pinching, squeezing)
• Frequent standing or walking.
• Occasionally required to lift or carry up to 50 pounds.
• Must have good close (20 inches or less) and distance (20 feet or more) vision.
• Must have the ability to identify and distinguish colors and/or shapes.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Frequent daily travel (occasional overnight)
• Occasional out-of-state travel to attend conferences and meetings
• Occasional non-standard work hours to accommodate work meetings, construction in non-peak travel times, and to respond to incidents involving KTA infrastructure damage.
• Varied work schedule (on call 24/7)
• Work on holidays

The work environment described here is representative of the general work environment for the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Primarily works in office environment while using computers and related peripherals and other office equipment.
• Occasional work outdoors with exposure to all weather elements (i.e. high heat, cold)
• Occasional exposure to moderate noise levels
• Occasional personal protective equipment require

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Continuous sitting, bending, twisting, and turning.
• Continuous use of hands to touch, handle or feel (i.e. repetitive gripping, grasping, pinching, squeezing)
• Frequent standing or walking.
• Occasionally required to lift or carry up to 50 pounds.
• Must have good close (20 inches or less) and distance (20 feet or more) vision.
• Must have the ability to identify and distinguish colors and/or shapes