About the Role
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. 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.
Responsibilities
- Performing technical review, development, coordination, and maintenance of materials-related specifications, acceptance requirements, and program documentation.
- Reviewing and revising standard and special specifications for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with Agency requirements and applicable industry standards.
- Establishing and evaluating material acceptance criteria.
- Coordinating with internal staff and external stakeholders to support effective specification development and implementation.
- Supporting the organization and delivery of materials-related components of digital construction plan sets in accordance with Agency digital delivery standards.
- Maintaining and managing key materials program documentation to ensure information remains current, properly controlled, and aligned with Agency procedures.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, architectural engineering, or related technical field.
- Associates degree in civil engineering, construction management, architectural engineering, or related technical field AND two (2) years of experience in engineering OR licensure as an Engineer Intern.
- College senior in the final year of a bachelor’s degree program in civil engineering, construction management, architectural engineering, or related technical field.
- Candidate in final year of bachelor’s degree must successfully graduate prior to start date.
- 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.
Work Type
- Office setting
- Field settings
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, architectural engineering, or related technical field
- Associate's degree in civil engineering, construction management, architectural engineering, or related technical field
- Licensure as an Engineer Intern
- College senior in the final year of a bachelor’s degree program
Benefits
- 80% State paid medical premium
- Dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
- 11 paid holidays each year
- Generous leave plan
- State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
- State defined benefit pension plan
- Deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- Low cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
About the Company
- Join a team dedicated to supporting the delivery of safe, reliable, and high-quality transportation infrastructure throughout Vermont.
- 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.
Equal Opportunity
- The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.
- The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status.
- The State’s employment decisions are merit-based.
- Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.
