Join a team dedicated to supporting the delivery of safe, reliable, and high-quality transportation infrastructure throughout Vermont. This position offers the opportunity to apply technical expertise, collaborate with professionals across the Agency and industry, and contribute to programs that have a lasting impact on the State's transportation system. If you enjoy problem-solving, continuous improvement, and meaningful public service, this is an excellent opportunity to make a difference.
This position supports the VTrans Materials & Research Section by performing technical review, development, coordination, and maintenance of materials-related specifications, acceptance requirements, and program documentation. Work includes reviewing and revising standard and special specifications for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with Agency requirements and applicable industry standards, as well as establishing and evaluating material acceptance criteria and coordinating with internal staff and external stakeholders to support effective specification development and implementation.
The position also supports the organization and delivery of materials-related components of digital construction plan sets in accordance with Agency digital delivery standards. In addition, it maintains and manages key materials program documentation to ensure information remains current, properly controlled, and aligned with Agency procedures. The work involves cross-functional coordination to support consistent application of materials requirements and effective delivery of construction and materials information.
As a member of the Construction and Materials Bureau, this position contributes to critical components of project delivery by supporting the processes, standards, and coordination necessary for successful transportation construction. The work performed in this role helps ensure consistency, quality, and efficiency from project development through construction, ultimately supporting the Highway Division's mission of delivering reliable transportation infrastructure.
Please reach out to phil.peloquin@vermont.gov with any questions.
This position, Civil Engineer III - Materials & Research (Job Requisition #55521), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
Please Note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Philip Peloquin at philip.peloquin@vermont.gov
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Duties are generally performed in both office and field settings for which private means of transportation must be available. Fieldwork may involve exposure to hazardous materials, traffic hazards, 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.
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, architectural engineering, or related technical field AND four (4) years of engineering experience.
OR
Associates degree in civil engineering, construction management, architectural engineering, or related technical field AND six (6) years of engineering experience INCLUDING licensure as an Engineer Intern.
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