Job Information
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Transportation Construction Manager 2 in Allentown, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4415498 THE POSITION
Do you have experience in construction inspection and are eager to take the next step in your career? Do you excel when given the opportunity to lead? The Department of Transportation is seeking an experienced and motivated Transportation Construction Manager 2 to join our team! In this position, your responsibilities will include planning and coordinating the activities of team members involved in the management, supervision, and inspection of various Highway Occupancy Permit projects in the district. If you are passionate about public service and ensuring public safety, we highly encourage you to submit your application!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Transportation Construction Manager 2, your primary responsibilities will involve evaluating and approving applications for driveways and utilities. Additionally, you will handle more intricate matters such as high-volume driveway intersections or projects with significant impact on limited access interstates. For such cases, you will consult with the Traffic Manager or higher management. You will serve as the primary contact for construction field operations and inspections, and assist the District Permit Manager in overseeing the program. You will be responsible for organizing and directing the strategic efforts of Highway Occupancy Permit construction and inspection, which involves various elements such as capacity expansion, extensive traffic control measures, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) devices, utility relocations, right-of-way considerations, and interchange reconstruction.
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Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Allentown. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year of experience as a Transportation Construction Manager 1; or Five years of experience in construction inspection, three of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity, and graduation from high school or equivalent certification or formal training. Completion of a training program in construction inspection sanctioned by the using agency may be substituted for high school graduation. An Associate Degree in an engineering or closely related technology may be substituted for one year of the required non-supervisory experience; or Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Other Requirements: You must meet the . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the and click on Residency. 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 will eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans:
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EXAMINATION INFORMATION
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.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.