The Department of Transportation is currently in search of a qualified individual to fill the role of Civil Engineer specializing in Transportation. In this position, you will be responsible for supporting the District Environmental Supervisor and/or the District Environmental Manager in securing environmental approval for transportation projects through the preparation of necessary environmental documentation. It is essential to have a strong understanding of environmental laws and regulations, and to ensure that all activities related to design, construction, and maintenance carried out by the Department are in accordance with local, state, and federal environmental laws.
Elevate your professional journey by applying for this exciting opportunity today! Join a dynamic team and contribute to the successful completion of transportation projects while upholding environmental standards and regulations. This role requires the application of engineering practices and principles to make informed decisions and judgments in order to effectively execute assigned tasks. Don't miss out on the chance to advance your career in the field of Civil Engineering within the transportation sector. Apply now and take the next step towards a rewarding career path.
In this role, your main responsibility will be to evaluate and analyze the impact of proposed and existing transportation facilities on the environment. This includes conducting thorough assessments on various aspects such as land forms, air quality, noise levels, water quality, land use, cultural resources, socio-economic factors, scenic rivers, erosion and sedimentation controls, wetlands, storm water facilities, and threatened and endangered species. You will apply sound engineering principles and practices to ensure compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act and PA Act 120, in order to obtain environmental clearance for transportation projects.
Additionally, you will be responsible for preparing a variety of environmental documents related to these projects. This will involve attending scoping field views and providing guidance to design or consulting firms on the level of effort required for the preparation of an environmental document. You will also be involved in conducting fieldwork, such as identifying and delineating wetlands, conducting surveys on threatened and endangered species, investigating waste sites, evaluating construction waste and borrow sites, assessing erosion and sedimentation control measures, inspecting storm water facilities, and assisting field personnel in resolving any construction or maintenance issues.
As part of your role, you will utilize Global Positioning System (GPS) surveying equipment to stakeout areas and collect surveying data. This data will be used to develop plans for wetland delineation, ensuring compliance with both environmental and engineering principles and practices. You will also be responsible for initiating any necessary follow-up and monitoring of clearance documents to ensure that clearances do not lapse.
In order to effectively carry out your responsibilities, you will establish and maintain strong relationships with federal, state, and local environmental agencies. This will involve conducting field views and on-site inspections with these agencies to assess the impact of transportation projects on their specific environmental disciplines. By collaborating with these agencies, you will ensure that all project impacts are thoroughly evaluated and addressed in accordance with environmental regulations and guidelines.
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