Performs complex transportation planning and engineering tasks for transportation projects and relevant program administration.
Under limited supervision, incumbents apply complex knowledge in transportation planning and engineering principles and techniques in support of professional engineering planner staff.
Conducts the development of transportation planning studies and recommends strategies to address transportation challenges. Supports project evaluations to identify engineering solutions aligned with project goals including the development of preliminary cost estimate and project schedules for inclusion in regional transportation plans. Provides guidance and technical support to regional planning areas in the development of federally required planning documents, ensuring the integration of engineering strategies with regional goals. Reviews engineering studies and manages consultant contracts related to the development of federally required transportation plans, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations and policies. Monitors regional planning budgets to ensure alignment with the project cost estimates. Assists with research, presentations, and special projects, as needed, to support the effective delivery of SCDOT programs.
Knowledge of the principles and techniques of transportation planning, project management, and engineering. Knowledge of budgeting practices. Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to planning and engineering activities. Ability to make complex analysis and interpretations of transportation needs and apply engineering principles to provide solutions to address the needs. Ability to monitor and make recommendations of work performed by regional planning agencies. Ability to communicate effectively in technical writing and speech and to facilitate collaboration.
A bachelor's degree in planning, urban planning, urban technology, engineering, engineering technology, construction science and management, geography, geographic information technology, or a related field, and transportation planning or engineering work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence.