The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is looking for a skilled and motivated person to successfully manage and coordinate the Bridge Programs and support the Bridge Management planning efforts as the Structures Portfolio Manager (Engineering Manager I). The Bridge Programs are Bridge Rehabilitation/Replacement Program,Bridge Preservation Program, Bridge Formula Program,and the Bridge Maintenance Program which are currently funded at a total of $131 million for the 2025 funding year.   Close coordination with Region Program Managers is necessary to align region projects with bridge needs.  Experience and knowledge about bridge planning,bridge inspection,state and federal funding sources,bridge design and construction is preferred.  Strong communication skills in both verbal and written are required. Principle Duties As the Structures Portfolio Manager,you will:

• Track and manage the Bridge Programs.
• Support bridge planning and participate in prioritizing bridge projects.
• Coordinate with Regions regarding the Bridge Programs and projects, as well as Region Programs.
• Serve as a liaison with other agencies and government entities as needed.
• Participate in the selection of consulting engineers.
• Support Grant pursuits and preparation.
• Oversee and review the work of consulting engineers.

The Ideal Candidate The best candidate for this position:

• Must be registered as a professional engineer (PE) in Utah.
• Will have have at least 2 years of engineering experience following licensure as a PE.

Preferences Preference may be given to those with at least one of the following

• Experience with bridge planning,estimating,load rating,in-service bridge inspection,or design
• Experience managing large programmatic budgets
• Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Knowledge,Skills,& Abilities Here are some of the knowledge,skills and abilities that are typically associated with the job,though not all-inclusive:

• principles,theories,and practices of civil and structural engineering
• use logic to analyze or identify underlying principles,reasons,or facts associated with information or data to draw conclusions
• work with or contribute to a work group or team to complete assigned task(s)
• use automated software applications
• speak clearly,concisely and effectively; listen to,and understand,information and ideas as presented verbally
• communicate information and ideas clearly,and concisely,in writing; read and understand information presented in writing
• establish objectives and specify the strategies and actions to achieve these objectives
• coordinate the activities or tasks of people,groups and/or organization(s)
• evaluate information against a set of standards
• make a decision or solve a problem by using logic to identify key facts,explore alternatives,and propose quality solutions

Supplemental Information Here is some information of which you should be aware:

• Position may require travel throughout the state.  A valid driver's license is required.
• Risks found in the typical office setting,which is adequately lighted,heated and ventilated,e.g.,safe use of office equipment,avoiding trips and falls,observing fire regulations,etc.
• Typically,the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however,there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile,etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
• Employee may perform field work,which will require the employee to work outside. This will require the use of special safety precautions and/or equipment.
• Employee may be reassigned to a different location as deemed necessary by the Group Leader.

Why Should You Join Our Team?

The work we do matters. If you want to make a positive difference doing meaningful work,this is the right place for you. Our mission statement is,Enhance quality of life through transportation. We define quality of life through a framework of Good Health,Connected Communities,Better Mobility,and Strong Economy. We help the State of Utah and its traveling public to get to where they want,when they want,in the way they want -- and we make sure they can do it safely. 

You will become part of a team with an internal culture of Trust,Teamwork,and Flexibility. Our organization lives by the values of Respect,Integrity,and Caring. If these are your values too,you'll be a great fit. 

Aside from working for a cause-driven,cutting edge agency that is leading all other transportation departments in the nation,you will receive great health and retirement benefits. Working for the State of Utah provides a positive work-life balance. Click HERE{target="_blank"}

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*The Agency*

UDOT is a strengths-based organization,which means its approach is based on identifying and developing individual and organizational strengths. Our philosophy is to address challenges by bringing our strengths to each situation and create the best solutions. Candidates are encouraged to be familiar with their strengths and consider how they may potentially be of benefit to the roles for which they are applying. UDOT uses the CliftonStrengths Assessment,but there are multiple strengths assessment tools available online,and no formal assessment is required.

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