Environmental Engineer VIII AC: General Job Listing at State of Vermont in Montpelier, VT (Job ID 6E53402F-A5C3-4)

Description

Overview

The Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) seeks to hire a highly organized, energetic, and motivated engineer with experience in the planning and construction of municipal pollution control and public drinking water infrastructure to serve as the Water Investment Division's Design and Construction Engineering (DCE) Section's Chief Construction Engineer. The DCE Section currently consists of 10 engineers and is supervised by a Vermont licensed professional engineer.

The engineer we hire will possess the knowledge, skills, and interest in managing the DCE Section's construction-related responsibilities and functions. The DEC receives state and federal funds that are awarded to municipalities and certain private entities such as homeowners associations, mobile home parks, etc. to plan and construct improvements to water, wastewater and storm water infrastructure. 

The Chief Construction Engineers key responsibilities include:

• Serving as the construction expert regarding internal policies and procedures, guidance documents, compliance with federal and state funding requirements.
• Overseeing construction projects to ensure planned projects are biddable and constructable, and participate in the pre-bid and bidding phase to monitor compliance with federal and state procurement requirements. During active construction, attending progress meetings between the owner's representatives and the contractor, review partial payment requests, document observations, and answer questions related to project eligibility. Additionally, providing ongoing assistance to the owner and the project consultant with maintaining compliance with federal and state requirements.
• Supervising four construction engineers.

This position requires strong interpersonal, communication, and organization skills to manage numerous projects concurrently and work with a wide array of municipal, federal, and state officials, private sector consultants, contractors and related organizations. The Chief Construction Engineer is expected to perform the work exercising significant independent judgement. The ideal candidate will have experience in the construction industry, including experience with interpreting construction and engineering contracts.

This position, Environmental Engineer VIII AC: General (Job Requisition #49949), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Jeff.Fehrs@vermont.gov.

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

Duties are largely performed in an office setting; however, some field travel may be necessary for which private means of transportation must be available. Fieldwork may involve exposure to chemicals, gases, hazardous liquid and solid waste, and construction sites during all weather conditions; and may involve traversing rough terrain and bodies of water. Some work outside of regular working hours, including attendance at public meetings, may be required. Strong differences of opinion may be encountered on a regular basis.

Master's degree or higher in environmental, sanitary, water resources, chemical, civil or air pollution engineering AND five (5) years or more of professional experience in environmental, sanitary, water resources, chemical, civil or air pollution engineering.

OR

Bachelor's degree in environmental, sanitary, chemical, water resources, civil or mechanical engineering AND seven (7) years or more of professional experience in environmental, sanitary, water resources, chemical, civil or air pollution engineering.

OR

Bachelor's degree in any field of engineering AND eight (8) years of more of professional experience in environmental, sanitary, water resources, chemical, civil or air pollution engineering.

OR

One (1) year or more of experience as an Environmental Engineer VII or two (2) years or more as an Environmental Engineer VI.

OR

Registration as a Professional Engineer in Vermont, by written examination, in the fields of civil, civil/sanitary, environmental or sanitary engineering AND seven (7) years or more of professional experience in environmental, sanitary, water resources, chemical, civil or air pollution engineering.
 

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:
•    80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
•    Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
•    State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
•    Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
•    Tuition Reimbursement
•    Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
•    Low cost group life insurance
•    Incentive-based Wellness Program
•    Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
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The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.