Structures Designer Iii

Position: STRUCTURES DESIGNER III - 55012323

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requisition no:865773

agency: department of transportation

working title: structures designer iii -

state of florida department of transportation

job posting description

744 / design administration

open competitive

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hiring salary range: $2,539.31 - $3,286.16/biweekly range / $66,021.98 - $85,440.21/annual range

anticipated biweekly salary: $2,987.42

a competitive area differential (cad) additive in the amount of $478.40 will be added to the annual salary.

join fdot and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the florida transportation system.

our mission

the mission of the florida department of transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities.

our vision

as a onefdot team, we serve the people of florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

the work you will do

structures designer iii

this position will support the district structures design team with design and analysis of transportation structures.

the difference you will make

through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the onefdot team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of trrec: trust, relationships, respect, empowerment, and communication.

how you will grow

fdot encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses.

where you will work

florida department of transportation

11201 mckinley dr

tampa, fl 33612

your specific responsibilities

performs structural analysis, prepares computer aided design and drafting (cadd) produced contract plan sheets, design calculations, cost estimates, quantities and other engineering functions required to produce simple short span bridges, miscellaneous highway structures, retaining walls, box culverts and sound barrier walls under the guidance of technical professionals. Provides technical support for preparation of engineering reports and other documents associated with structural projects.

Performs quality control of in-house design calculations and contract plans. Performs field reviews of project sites.

reviews and evaluates consultant produced reports, plans and design calculations for structures. Ensures plans and designs are produced in accordance with american association of state highway and transportation officials (aashto), federal highway administration (fhwa), florida department of transportation (department) and other

approved design specifications. Identifies and analyzes commonly occurring errors and brings them to the attention of the technical professional.

provides technical assistance and support for preliminary engineering and consultant acquisition activities. Assists with the preparation of scopes of services, staff hours, project schedules and construction cost estimates.

provides technical assistance and support for post-design activities. Assists technical professionals with the review and evaluation of contractor re-designs, review of shop drawings, resolution of construction issues and other administrative issues related to post-design activities.

provides technical assistance to district staff as needed in support of project development & engineering, value engineering, construction and maintenance activities. Assists with managing the miscellaneous structures design contract. Attends technical training as required.

the successful candidate will have the following required knowledge, skills, and abilities

knowledge of:

• department standard specifications for road and bridge construction,…