Design Services Section Chief

Design Services Section Chief – Department of Transportation, Bureau of Highway Design

Position #21105

Location:

7 Hazen Drive, Concord, NH

Base: $37.22/hr – $51.07/hr

Trainee Status: $35.62/hr

To develop and administer engineering programs with responsibility for evaluating program policies and procedures. Administer the design of highway and bridge projects in accordance with the policies, goals and procedures of the Department of Transportation, Division of Project Development.

• Monitors the overall project work schedule within the Design Services Section to meet the Bureau's responsibilities to the Department, other State agencies and the public.
• Schedules pertinent activities to insure that the Department's program goals are met.
• Represents the Bureau in Project Management functions to present, receive and analyze information necessary for a coordinated work effort within the Department.
• Certifies to the Federal Highway Administration that all necessary engineering has been done and permits have been received to permit Federal aid projects to advertise for bids.
• Develops alternative engineering solutions in conjunction with others to solve problems, minimize the cost or expedite the process.
• Represents the Bureau at public meetings, conferences and hearings, as necessary, to present and obtain information regarding Transportation projects.
• Coordinates overall work to assure a team approach is taken in accomplishing Department objectives.
• Administers agreements with consulting engineering firms, including authorizing payments and negotiating fees for amended agreements, to ensure compliance with the provisions of the agreement.
• Advise the Commissioners and Directors through special assignments and committee work in matters establishing department and division policies and programs.
• Seals and signs design documents in conformance with Department’s policies.

• Education / Experience:
  • Master’s degree from an accredited institute with a major in engineering, or Bachelor’s degree in engineering plus an MBA; OR
  • Three (3) years of experience in civil engineering field post Professional Engineer licensure; OR
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering with five (5) years of experience post Professional Engineer licensure; OR
  • Associate’s degree in engineering or engineering technology with seven (7) years of experience post Professional Engineer licensure.
• License / Certification:
  • Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of New Hampshire or another state (must obtain NH license within one year of employment). Licensure must be in Civil, Civil Highway, Geo Technical or Structural Engineering.
  • Valid driver’s license and access to transportation.
  • Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards of the hiring agency.
• Other Requirements: All accountabilities must be performed in accordance with State and Department rules and policies, including risk management, safety and environmental standards, regulations and administrative orders.

Candidates with an equivalent combination of 8+ years of relevant education and experience after completion of high school, who otherwise satisfy the requirements, may be considered and hired in 'trainee status' for this position.

After-hire requirement:
Must possess an NH Professional Engineer license within 12 months of hire.

• Health benefits:
  
  HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage.
• State's share of employee's retirement: 12.87% of pay.
• Dental plan at minimal cost ($500‑$1800 value).
• Flexible Spending Healthcare and Childcare Reimbursement accounts.
• State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan.
• Work/life balance: flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan.
• $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance.
• Incentive-based Wellness Program (up to $500).

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EOE. TDD Access:
Relay NH