Engineer Associate Senior

Posting Date06/09/26Application Deadline06/16/26Pay Range$74,000 - $112,500 annuallySalary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation.Job TypeUnclassifiedDepartmentTransportationAbout The PositionThis position will serve as an Engineer Associate Senior within the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) Construction & Materials Division, working on Transportation and Maintenance Improvement Projects, including federally funded projects. The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience in construction and office activities. This will process closeout documentation for TIP and MIP projects, as outlined in the essential job tasks. This position will be responsible for monitoring contractor compliance with federal requirements, including Buy America Build America (BABA), Title VI, federal labor standards (Davis-Bacon and Related Acts - DBRA), and the Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) program. This position will also be responsible for daily federal aid tasks, including project initiation through project closeout, for all federal aid projects. The position utilizes various software systems for project management, project scheduling, cost analysis, and federal labor compliance and DBE reporting. This position will serve as the primary contact and disseminator of information for public information, legal holds, and claims for the Construction & Materials Division. This position will also act as the primary contact and disseminator of federal aid information for the Department.About UsWe value your time. The time with your family. The time you spend on the road. And the time you spend making a difference. At the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT), we provide connections that improve people's lives. By combining innovative technologies with the vast talent of our employees, we plan for future needs and operate a transportation system with the community in mind. Are you interested in contributing to the community in which you work, live, and play? Then, join our team and help us build connections.Proud to OfferWork with a greater purposeTuition reimbursementExceptional work-life balance, with a hybrid schedule optionOpportunities for growth and development within Maricopa CountyLow-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependentsChild care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County familiesPaid vacation, sick time, and parental leaveExtensive wellness program, including an incentiveEnrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZWe RequireTwo years of professional pre-registration civil engineering experience or hydrology experienceBachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Structural, Chemical, Environmental, Mechanical, etc.), Landscape Architecture, Surveying, Hydrology, Environmental Science, Geology, or a related fieldCertification as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) may substitute for the experience requirementPostgraduate degrees in a related or professional-level experience may substitute for education or experience on a year-for-year basisOther RequirementsSuccessful candidates must currently possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire.We Also ValueTwo or more years of experience in any of the following areas: Federal construction projects; Federal-aid highway or grant-funded services at the federal, state, or local government level; Arizona’s certification acceptance program; construction contract compliance of horizontal projectsJob ContributionsEnsures and is responsible for all reporting and requirements necessary for tracking and closeout of federally funded and non-federally funded construction projects. This includes:Performing independent audits on TIP projects to ensure compliance with project specifications and federal requirementsCoordinate with the Engineer in the documentation of change orders, requests for information, pay estimates, and other project-related dutiesResearch and compile the responses for Audits and reviews completed by the US DOL Compliance Audit Program (CAP), ADOT, and the StateIndependently organizing, creating meeting agendas for meetings with division management, engineers, contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders to clearly communicate contract requirements and project complianceMonitoring projects for federal project compliance requirements and consultant documentation expectations, including Subcontractor Request Forms, Bulletin Board Checklist, construction management software, and monthly and weekly update requirementsUtilizing technology to analyze and monitor progress of assigned projects; updates the activities with the schedule to assist project managers in the delivery of the project as scheduledEvaluate project schedule; analyze findings and prepare and present reports to management, TIP Program Managers, and Project ManagersMonitor project schedules to identify critical path tasks and interdependencies, and advise Project Managers of potential impactIdentify project schedule errors and omissions that must be corrected to ensure that accurate schedules are maintained, reducing timely and costly errorsProvide schedule input to the annual TIP budget and notify management of actions that can be taken to improve results when it becomes apparent that a project will not be completed as scheduledPublic Information Requests, Litigation Holds, Federal Aid Notifications, and Claims:Track and monitor requestsRoute to the appropriate staffAsk clarifying questions to the Information Governance Department to define what information we are legally required to provideHave an understanding of current project dispositions to respond to claims appropriatelyFor litigation holds, tagging and untagging appropriate documents for retentionFor litigation holds, advising the Division Manager, Branch managers, and Division staff of applicable holdsCompile information and respond to Claims and Public Information Requests by researching the request and discussing with staff for both active and inactive projectsTrack, monitor, disseminate, and respond to federal aid notifications from the state in accordance with the Arizona Department of Transportation Certification Acceptance program (CA)Interfaces with contractors and CA agencies to:Create and disseminate construction branch procedures and directives to Department staff and Consultants. This requires interpretation of Code of Federal Regulations, Department of Labor requirements, FHWA regulations, including Buy America and BABA (Build America Buy America), MAG requirements, ADOT regulations, MCDOT Manuals and processes, and IGAsInitiate and oversee corrective actions for instances of non-compliance by the contractor, subcontractor, or construction management firm.Answer questions and review paperwork for Buy American and BABA (Build America Buy America)Review Federal and State requirements for current workplace poster requirements for the Bulletin Board, keeping the Bulletin Board checklist current, and visiting the site to review the Board for complianceLead the ADOT CA recertification effort for the Department. Compile the responses for ADOT Audits and reviews into a finalized version and reconcile findings, including updating manuals and processes.Disseminate informational updates from ADOT correspondence, peer group meetings, DOL memorandums, and other sourcesAttend CA Peer quarterly group meetings to present current challenges, newly released federal and state requirements, and report findings to the DepartmentMentor new CA peer group members and answer questions from partners and governing agenciesPrimary contact for consultants on contract compliance, subcontractor coordination, federal compliance, agency updates, Department updates, Construction Branch Directives, procedural and policy questionsProcess project closeouts for TIP and MIP:To meet ARS requirements for record documents, this position will structure and manage the setup and closeout of engineering and construction record documents, and oversee and direct staff to ensure closeoutThis includes file structure setup, review of record documents for compliance and accuracy, and assurance of the wholeness of the document package. QC files and if items are noted as missing, rectify by notifying the originator to research and locate the missing files to ensure their addition to the close-out package, to adhere to state lawProvide input to processes and methodologies to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budgetReview and confirm construction contract documents, subcontracts, and contractor submittals projects follow county, state, and federal requirements to ensure that all project goals are achieved; develops and implements corrective actions as necessary in relation to:SRFsTitle VI postersCertificates of InsuranceRecord DrawingsBulletin BoardDavis-Bacon DOL Wage DecisionsDOL Wage DeterminationCertificates of Insurance20-day Lien DocumentsEmployee InterviewsContractor and Subcontractor PayrollsPrompt Pay ComplianceDBE Usage Goal ComplianceContractor and Subcontractor COP’sCertificates of Final Payment to DBE firmsParticipate in the efforts to update the Construction Manual, including the Federal section, every three years or as neededParticipates in the development and implementation of new policies and procedures to improve compliance and efficiency on construction projects. This could include training internal and consultant staff on Department processes as policies/procedures change. This could include coordinating and setting up partnering meetings with contractors, subcontractors, MCDOT communications, and external stakeholders. This position will need to represent MCDOT in meetings with internal and external stakeholders, including but not limited to Pre-Bid Meetings, where the position will provide guidance on meeting DBE, Wage Decision, Buy America, and other key requirementsThe Title VI Coordinator will attend all pre-construction meetings and provide training and program guidance. Ensure the annual Title VI plan is updated. Working with staff, assisting in the resolution of any Title VI complaints. Perform annual audits and meet respective reporting requirementsOther job duties as assignedWorking ConditionsThis position is eligible for hybrid flexibility after a brief training periodExerting 20 - 25 pounds occasionally, 10 - 25 pounds frequently, or up to 10 pounds constantlyThe work will occur in an office and field environment. While performing the duties and responsibilities, the employee may be exposed to loud noise, noxious odors, unsanitary conditions, chemicals, electricity, moving mechanical parts, varying weather conditions, and other related conditions and situations. Position is subject to atmospheric conditions: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilationSelection ProcedureConsideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applicationsCandidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profileMust pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitiveMaricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process.Apply Now!