Construction Field IIC - Senior Civil Engineer Supervisor; Transportation

Have you ever wanted to guide major highway and bridge projects that shape how communities move? If so, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is excited to welcome an ambitious Senior Civil Engineer Supervisor to take on the role of Construction Field Inspector‑In‑Charge (IIC) and oversee important construction work across the region.

This position oversees inspection and engineering activities on complex highway and bridge construction projects to ensure full compliance with required plans and standards. Your responsibilities will focus on coordinating work, guiding staff, and resolving technical issues as construction progresses. As a Construction Field IIC, you will perform the following duties:

• Project Oversight: Manage highway and bridge construction activities to ensure compliance with approved plans and standards
• Engineering Guidance: Provide evaluations and technical direction to resolve design issues and field challenges
• Documentation Management: Prepare and review reports, estimates, work orders, and material certifications
• Team Leadership: Direct the work of inspection staff and support their development and performance
• Stakeholder Coordination: Work with municipalities, contractors, utilities, and other partners to address project needs
• Site Evaluation: Assess job progress, safety practices, and construction methods to maintain quality and safety

• Full‑time employment
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30‑minute lunch.
• You will work closely with vendors and work hours may change based on vendor availability.
• Overtime and travel as needed.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part‑time, up to 50% of the work schedule, upon successful completion of the probationary period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high‑speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Allentown.
  
  The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• 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.

• Six years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty; and an Engineer‑in‑Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists; or
• Five years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty; and an Engineer‑in‑Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists; and an associate’s degree in civil engineering technology or a closely related engineering discipline; or
• Two years of professional civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.

• This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license.

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and click on Veterans.

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

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.