SRF Project Manager; EA

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Do you love South Carolina and protecting the environment? Come join our team at SCDES, put your passion to work with us! We are dedicated to protecting the state of South Carolina and we would love to have you as a member of our team!

Science | Service | Sustainability

Under direct supervision, the SRF Project Manager will provide entry-level to intermediate level engineering technical review, support, and oversight for projects funded by the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (SRF) and Drinking Water SRF. Review and approve SRF project documents and activities for compliance with state and federal environmental regulations and laws, and compliance with SRF federal requirements and program policies.

SRF projects involve the construction of drinking water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure to protect human health and the environment.

• Perform technical reviews and approve preliminary engineering reports and construction plans and specifications for SRF projects.
• Review and approve construction bid documents and participate in pre-construction conferences.
• Provide oversight of assigned projects during construction and approve change orders and draw requests.
• Coordinate with SRF project managers and other state and federal agencies to complete environmental assessments.
• Provide technical assistance to public officials, members of the public, consulting engineers, SCDES staff, and other state agencies.
• Other duties as assigned by the SRF program manager.

A bachelor's degree in engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management.

Engineering degree must be accredited by EAC/ABET, CEAB, and Programs Recognized in the ABET “Washington Accord” Listings or you must provide an approved equivalency letter from LLR. Uploading a copy of your transcript is encouraged.

If the applicant is utilizing the ‘substantially equivalent education’ pathway, the approval letter from LLR must be final at time of application. Institutions of higher learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

• Must maintain a valid SC driver’s license.
• Must have entry level knowledge of environmental or civil engineering practices and principles.
• Ability to plan and prepare clear and concise written reports.
• Must have good oral communication skills.
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs and walk across rough terrain.
• Ability to use a personal computer and applicable agency software applications.
• Educational background to become a registered PE.
• Ability to read and interpret regulations and conduct site inspections in a professional, thorough manner.
• Must be well organized and possess excellent writing skills.

Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application are encouraged to upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency may require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

• Engineer In Training Certification.

SCDES is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

The Department will not sponsor H1B visas for this position.

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children.  for additional information.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available
• Retirement benefit choices
  • State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
  • State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
• Remote Work: The option to work remotely 2 days per week is available after successful completion of 1 year of employment with SCDES, based on job functions.

* Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.