CONSTRUCTION ENGINEER - 55011801

Requisition No: 862978 

Agency: Department of Transportation

Working Title: CONSTRUCTION ENGINEER - 55011801

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 55011801 

Salary:  $113,365.59 - $146,708.41 

Posting Closing Date: 10/27/2025 

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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION

Cost Center 509 / Orlando Operations

OPEN COMPETITIVE

SELECTED EXEMPT SERVICE

CONTACT PERSON: Camarie Marmie   

CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS: camarie.marmie@dot.state.fl.us  

ANTICIPATED BI-WEEKLY HIRING SALARY: $5,075.05

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 One FDOT 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:

Construction Engineer – District Five / Orlando Construction

This position will directs, supervises and manages the Construction Sub-Section. Supervises employees spending the majority of the time communicating with, motivating, training, and evaluating employees, and planning and directing employees’ work. Has the authority to effectively recommend the hiring, transferring, suspension, lay off, recall’s, promotions, discharges, assignments, rewards, or disciplinary actions for subordinate employees. Plans and directs workloads, deadlines, work objectives and time utilization with subordinate staff. Provides direction and ensures that all subordinates receive training and instruction in methods and

techniques necessary to safely perform their assigned tasks.

The Difference You Will Make:

Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the One FDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication. 

Where You Will Work:

District Five

Orlando Operations

420 W. Landstreet Road

Orlando, FL 32824

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Directs, supervises and manages the Construction Sub-Section. Supervises employees spending the majority of the time communicating with, motivating, training, and evaluating employees, and planning and directing employees’ work. Has the authority to effectively recommend the hiring, transferring, suspension, lay off, recall’s, promotions, discharges, assignments, rewards, or disciplinary actions for subordinate employees. Plans and directs workloads, deadlines, work objectives and time utilization with subordinate staff. Provides direction and ensures that all subordinates receive training and instruction in methods and techniques necessary to safely perform their assigned tasks.

Performs advanced, highly technical field of Engineering while serving as the Construction Engineer responsible for the construction of a number of highway and bridge construction programs in a large urban area. Coordinates the work of Project Administrators and Office Personnel by planning workloads, work flows, deadlines, work objectives and time utilization with employees. Manages personnel monitoring Equal Employment Opportunity compliances, On-the-Job Training and Disadvantage Business Enterprises in accordance with the Federal Highway Administration 1273 Required Contract Provisions for Federal Aid Construction Contracts to assure requirements are met by the contractors. Reviews all Plans and Specifications for projects in Residency, coordinate and assign Design Phase Reviews. Reviews and comments in writing on Department’s Procedures and Specifications. Sign and seal documents as needed.

Assumes the duties of the Operations Engineer including supervision of subordinates during his or hers absence and attends meetings for him/her. Reviews and approves contract invoices in the absence of the Operations Engineer. Interviews and reviews applicants for employment with the Department. Develop, monitor, update and revise construction reports as required by the Operations Engineer.

Reviews and develops Supplemental Agreements and Change Orders for construction changes, plan errors, extra work and their justifications for funds approval.

Serves as Department liaison with utility companies, property owners, city and county representatives on projects and attends meetings which involve future construction projects. Drives to and from project sites and accompanies representatives of FHWA on project inspections and Final Acceptance reviews. Checks roadway and bridge plans for accuracy and engineering safety features.

Assists the Operations Engineer in developing and monitoring of office QA/QC (Quality Assurance/Quality Control) construction plans for location Construction Office. Interviews and reviews applicants for employment with the Department.

Develop, monitor, update and revise construction reports as required by the Operations Engineer.

The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• The concepts, terminology, principles and analytical techniques of an engineering specialty area.
• Engineering design, construction, production and/or operations.

Skills in:

• Using engineering tools, equipment and/or instruments.
• The use of a personal computer and department used software programs.

Ability to:

• Analyze and interpret engineering data.
• plan, design, evaluate and investigate engineering works and systems.
• Apply engineering quantitative techniques.
• Direct, monitor and inspect engineering projects.
• Solve problems relating to engineering.
• Supervise people.
• Determine work priorities, assign work, and ensure proper completion of work assignments.
• Communicate engineering information effectively.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Licensure/Registration/Certification Requirements:

• Registered as a Professional Engineer in accordance with Chapter 471, Florida Statute.

Other Job-Related Requirements:

• Due to the nature of this position, the incumbent must respond to emergencies.

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES AND SUPPORTS EMPLOYMENT OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES. QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. In accordance with Section 110.112, Florida Statutes, and the Florida Department of Transportation’s Individuals with Disabilities Affirmative Action Plan, the agency is committed to ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities.  Upon request and as appropriate, reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities may be provided. Please contact the Florida Department of Transportation’s Human Resources Office at (850) 414-5300 for assistance.  

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.