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Highway Civil Engineer

Federal Highway Administration
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The Georgia Federal-aid Highway Division is hiring a Highway Civil Engineer (GS-0810-11/12 - $76,671 to $119,463 annually) in Atlanta, Georgia. To apply, visit https://www.usajobs.gov/job/793299400 (open to U.S. Citizens). Alternatively, send your resume and a statement of interest (in the body of your e-mail message) directly to Georgia.FHWA@dot.gov using the subject “Civil Engineer.” This job announcement closes on 06/21/2024 (but submit your application as soon as possible to receive the best consideration).

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The Georgia Division's "Highway Civil Engineer" position is an opportunity to work in one of the fastest growing states in the nation, with a dynamic team. This position will work on the "Project Delivery Team" and supports the Georgia Division in enhancing FHWA's administration of the Federal-aid Highway Program as it relates to project and program development oversight for assigned Georgia Department of Transportation districts.

The selectee is responsible for providing engineering stewardship and oversight at various junctures of project and program delivery of Federal-aid Highway infrastructure projects within Georgia. The incumbent exercises approval authority in line with the Georgia Division's delegations of authority.

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As a Highway Civil Engineer, you will:

  • Provide advice and guidance on Federal laws, regulations, and FHWA policies applicable to Federal-aid projects within the State DOT project development process, in meetings, telephone contacts, public hearings, field reviews, and visits with State DOT officials and other Federal, State, and local agencies for assigned program areas and in assisting in the implementation of leadership initiatives.
  • Conduct project reviews in accordance with the Division’s Risk-Based Stewardship and Oversight plan. Review required project actions for appropriate application of design standards and criteria, conformance with policy and regulations, eligibility for Federal participation, traffic safety features, reasonableness of cost estimates, fulfillment of requirements from the transportation planning and contract provisions.
  • Review and evaluate project studies, and comments on alternatives and/or modifications. Authorize project agreements which may include reviewing the adequacy of proposed rights-of-way clearances, NEPA, construction plans, agreements for utility and railroad work, consultant agreements.
  • Participate in and contribute to Division program management activities including development of stewardship and oversight plans, conducting risk assessments, development of strategic operations and business plans, promotion of the implementation of a performance-based planning and programming process to partner agencies, and identification and tracking of performance measures and the associated reporting processes. Provide Program Approvals that fall under the discipline such as such as consultant written procedures, standard drawings, standard specifications, prequalification procedures, Uniform record keeping, procedures to determine contract time, and Liquidated Damages Rates.
  • Participate in oversight activities, such as process reviews, and in-depth documentation reviews of Federal-aid programs; advise on problems and deficiencies, prepare reports and analysis, coordinate corrective actions, review and evaluate practices, and share innovative practices, procedures and technologies. Participate in assessing State programs for effectiveness and compliance.

The ideal candidate is an engineer with experience monitoring Federally funded highway programs or delivering highway projects from initial scoping through construction support and maintenance; and experience conveying ideas and concepts in meetings and discussions, and in writing.

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We Add Value: Through bold leadership, collaborative partnerships, and superior customer service our diverse staff has a great relationship with our partners and assist in delivering one of the nation’s best transportation systems. FHWA's Georgia Division Office is in downtown Atlanta conveniently located next to the MARTA Five Points Station. The office is walking distance to the Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta Falcons-NFL & Atlanta United FC-MLS), State Farm Area (Atlanta Hawks-NBA), College Football Hall of Fame, Centennial Olympic Park, Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, and many other attractions. The metro area also offers other professional sports such as the 2021 World Series Champions Atlanta Braves, the Atlanta Dream (WNBA), a Triple-A baseball team from the Atlanta Braves, the Atlanta Gladiators-Ice Hockey and the Georgia Swarm-Lacrosse. We offer plenty of activities for the entire family.

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