Estimating Engineer

Position Summary

This position monitors, evaluates and helps improve the processes used to develop engineer estimates for transportation improvement projects. This position, as part of the Statewide Estimating User Group, helps monitor bidding and economic trends and to develop guidance for engineers. This position prepares and delivers training to WisDOT and consultant staff on the tools and processes required to develop estimates.

This position is a member of the Bid Analysis Team, and provides technical support for the monthly bid analysis process.

This position works directly with the proposal management section chief and the Bureau of Project Development director to complete the estimate justification process.

This position analyzes monthly letting reports and identify concerns relative to awarding contracts and complete required unbalanced bid analyses.

Salary Information

This position is in schedule-range 14-13. Starting salary for the senior level is between $79,269 and $99,840, the starting salary for the advanced level is between $88,296 and $106,808 depending on qualifications plus excellent benefits.

Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan. A 12-month probationary period is required.

Level of position and salary will be determined based on the qualifications of the selected candidate at the time of hire.

Job Details

WisDOT does not sponsor work visas. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States.

Prior to any appointments for position(s) filled from this announcement, candidates may be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check which may include FBI fingerprinting.

Certain positions within this Department may allow remote/work from home flexibility for a portion of their work schedule, depending on the needs of the position and the work unit. This topic and any remote work flexibility that may be available will be discussed in more detail in the interview process.

For permanent positions that allow remote work flexibility, Wisconsin residency is not required. However, it is not anticipated that working outside of Wisconsin (or bordering cities) will be allowed because positions may at times need to report to office locations in Wisconsin on short notice.

All state employees must report their COVID vaccination status, whether vaccinated or not and provide supporting documentation if vaccinated. Newly hired employees will be required to submit this information within their first two weeks of employment.

The State of Wisconsin continues to follow necessary health and safety protocols for COVID. Please visit Division of Personnel Management Coronavirus - COVID-19 (wi.gov) for the most up-to-date information. Guidance may be subject to change.

Qualifications

A minimally qualified applicant for this position MUST have:

• Candidate must have 4-year degree (or Master's or PH.D.) in Civil Engineer or a related field from an ABET accredited University, EIT Credential, or Professional Engineer (PE) credential.

• At least 4 years of professional engineering experience in design, construction or maintenance of transportation projects

To be eligible at the Advanced level, candidates must hold a valid Professional Engineer license upon application. (Hired candidates must obtain a PE from the State of Wisconsin within three months of employment in the position.)

How To Apply

Apply online! To apply, click "Apply for Job" to start the application process.

Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don't have an account. Once you are logged in, click "Apply for Job." Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.

Your application materials are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in these materials, click here.

For more information on the basics of the selection process and how the State of WI ensures fair and equitable treatment of all applicants, click here. The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume in 1-3 pages. Any resumes submitted with more than 10 pages will not be considered after page 10. If this job posting requires a letter of qualifications, the same limit applies.

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.

Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Questions can be directed to Jay Taylor at Jay.Taylor@dot.wi.gov or 608-266-7460.

Deadline to Apply

Applications will be reviewed biweekly until the positions are filled.