Construction Inspector Series (Rail Section)

Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.

Job Location: 105 W Capitol Drive, Jefferson City, MO

Why you’ll love this position:

The construction inspector (rail) will negotiate with railroad engineering personnel to obtain binding agreements and job special provisions with railroads for crossing agreements for the construction and maintenance of highways and structures over railroads; and is responsible for managing rail crossing construction projects and monitoring the state and federal railroad improvement funds through all phases of a rail project from application through construction and final inspection and closeout, to ensure compliance with federal and state requirements. Responsibilities are performed under moderate supervision.

MoDOT will bring candidates onto the team as entry-level, intermediate, or senior level, based on your skills and experience. This opening is for one of our CAREER-LADDER positions which offers the opportunity for career advancement without having to participate in the competitive selection interview process. As you continue to learn, acquire new skills, and gain experience, you can be promoted to a higher-level position.

What you’ll do:

• Administers the grade crossing construction program; ensuring projects are progressing by coordinating railroad interaction, providing technical engineering support and recommendations to department bridge engineers, roadway designers, to minimize railroad impacts and to improve the process of working with railroads.
• Work with Railroads to support the MoDOT Statewide Transportation Improvement Plan (STIP) by coordinating and tailoring contract job special provisions (JSP) for highway projects in which work will be performed on, near, or over railroad right of way and seeks approval of these provisions from railroads.
• May negotiate with railroad engineering personnel to obtain binding agreements with railroads for crossing agreements for the construction and maintenance of highways and structures over railroads. Provides recommendations to district personnel on railroad related projects.
• Review Scope of Work, Preliminary Engineering cost estimates and estimates to ensure appropriate levels of plan review and compare costs against customary and standard rates.
• Maintain and update records, review and process invoices, performs other responsibilities as required or assigned.

All you need for success:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university curriculum.
• Certification to operate nuclear gauges may be required.
• Successful completion of a work simulation examination and a medical-physical examination.

Special Working Conditions:

• Job requires moderate physical activity.
• Job requires exposure to physical hazards, health and safety risks, and/or adverse or otherwise undesirable characteristics in the environment.
• Job may require operation of vehicles to plow snow and spread ice control materials.

More reasons to love this position:

MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found HERE .

At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.

If you have questions about this position please contact:

cohrmocareers@modot.mo.gov

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• State of Missouri

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