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Lead Assistant Structure Control Engineer (Senior Civil Engineer Supervisor (Bridges))

Salary

$75,658.00 - $102,905.00 Annually

Location

Allegheny County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2025-33207-1114B

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

TR Dstr Off 1100

Opening Date

09/10/2025

Closing Date

9/23/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

1114B

Position Number

00110594

Union

Non Union

Bargaining Unit

B5

Pay Group

ST08

Bureau / Division Code

00081100

Bureau / Division

TR - Engineering District 11-0 Office

Worksite Address

45 Thoms Run Road

City

Bridgeville, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

15017

Contact Name

Brian Rampulla

Contact Phone

412.429.4911

Contact Email

[email protected]

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

THE POSITION

Are you a seasoned civil engineer looking for a new challenge? The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is on the lookout for a Senior Civil Engineer Supervisor specializing in bridges to take on the role of Lead Assistant Structure Control Engineer. In this pivotal role, you will assist in ensuring all bridge and structural construction work is performed safely and in accordance with standard specifications. Your work will involve strategic budgetary planning while delivering the highest level of quality. If you are ready for your next professional endeavor, we invite you to apply today and make a positive impact on the Commonwealth's transportation system!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Lead Assistant Structure Control Engineer, you will engage in resolving structure related problems during construction phases such as field structural problems, fabrication shop issues, design plan issues, specification related issues, and structural material issues, and provide recommendations and guidance regarding problem resolution. You will also p erform thorough reviews of bridge and structural project submittals which may include erection and demolition plans, shop drawings, falsework designs, and much more.

Within this role, you will serve as the Inspector-in-Charge on more complex bridge construction projects. You will be responsible for inspecting project materials and quality to ensure compliance with contract requirements, standards, and specifications, in addition to resolving any field problems as they arise. Courteous and effective communication skills are essential in this position, as you will be tasked with responding to customer complaints and inquiries in a timely and professional manner.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=00110594) .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment

+ Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

+ Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, on an ad-hoc basis and with approval from management. 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 Bridgeville. 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

+ 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 .

Special Requirements:

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

Other Requirements:

+ PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) is currentlywaivedfor this title.

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnot be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

+ If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

+ Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

+ Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

+ 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 www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

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

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

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.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

+ Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).

+ Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.

+ Your score is valid for this specific posting only.

+ You must provide complete and accurate information or:

+ your score may be lower than deserved.

+ you may be disqualified.

+ You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.

+ Your results will be provided via email.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

01

Necessary Special Requirement:Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?

+ Yes

+ No

02

If you answered yes to the above question, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.

03

Do you possess two or more years of full-time professional civil engineering experience in the Bridges specialty?

+ Yes

+ No

04

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

05

Do you possess a conferred associates degree or a conferred bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline?

If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.

+ Yes

+ No

06

Do you possess five or more years of full-time civil engineering experience in the Bridges specialty?

+ Yes

+ No

07

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

08

Do you possess an Engineer-In-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists?

+ Yes

+ No

09

If you answered yes to the above question, please list your certification number, and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.

10

INSTRUCTIONS: You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application, or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

Read each work behavior carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose for each work behavior must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .

+ Yes

11

WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – REVIEW LOAD RATINGS AND PERMITS

Reviews load ratings using engineering software utilizing Allowable Stress (AS), Load Factor (LFD), and Load Resistant Factor (LRFD) methodologies for simple to complex (fracture critical) bridges. Reviews permit applications for overweight vehicles for bridges.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience reviewing load ratings AND reviewing permit applications for bridges.

+ B. I have experience reviewing load ratings OR reviewing permit applications for bridges.

+ C. I have experience reviewing permit applications for roadways.

+ D. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.

12

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ The specific duties you performed related to reviewing load ratings for bridges.

+ The specific duties you performed related to reviewing permit applications for bridges or roadways.

+ Your level of responsibility.

13

WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – WRITTEN COMMUNICATION

Writes contract provisions, inspection agreements, and technical reports to internal and external parties pertaining to bridge inspections.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience writing contract provisions, inspection agreements, or technical reports pertaining to bridge inspections. I was responsible for the final product.

+ B. I have experience drafting portions or sections of contract provisions, inspection agreements, or technical reports pertaining to bridge inspections. I was NOT responsible for the final product.

+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to technical writing, business writing, report writing, or English composition.

+ D. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.

14

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ The specific type(s) of documents you wrote and to whom.

+ Your level of responsibility.

15

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title

+ Credits/Clock Hours

16

WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – SUPERVISION

Performs the full range of supervisory duties including assigning/scheduling and reviewing work, providing guidance and leadership, training or arranging for the training of staff, interviewing and selecting applicants, evaluating work performance, providing discipline, and monitoring and approving/denying leave.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience performing the full range of supervisory duties which included approving leave, evaluating employee performance, interviewing and selecting applicants, and disciplining employees.

+ B. I have experience as a lead worker which included assigning work and reviewing work for accuracy and timeliness.

+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to supervisor development, labor relations, or human resource management, but I do not have at least six months of supervisory or lead work experience in a work setting.

+ D. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.

17

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ The specific duties you performed related to exercising supervision.

+ The specific duties you performed related to exercising lead work.

+ Your level of responsibility.

18

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework or training, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University/Training Source

+ Course Title

+ Credits/Clock Hours

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov