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Transportation Engineering Associate II (61034096)

State of South Carolina

Charleston County, SCFull-time$70–106K/yrPosted todayStill listed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$70–106K/yr
Location
Charleston County, SC
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Motor Vehicle Operator's License

Job overview

The Transportation Engineering Associate II manages projects ranging from moderate to advanced complexity, including resurfacing, road widening, intersection improvements, and bridge replacements. The role supports Project Engineers on major projects, reviews plans and estimates, monitors quality and construction controls, performs inspections, prepares construction estimates and final plans, and completes project closeout. It also involves coordinating with inspectors and responding to inquiries from the public and project stakeholders.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Project ManagementPlan and Estimate ReviewQuality Assurance and ControlErosion ControlTraffic ControlProject InspectionConstruction EstimatingInspector CoordinationPublic and Stakeholder CommunicationDrivingWalking on Rough TerrainWorking Near TrafficStanding for Extended PeriodsWorking in Hazardous Conditions

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management or Equivalent1 Year Engineering or Construction Management ExperienceMotor Vehicle Operator's LicenseGood HearingMinimum 20/60 Vision

Full job description

Manages projects of minor to advanced complexity such as Federal Aid Resurfacing, urban road widening, complex intersection improvements, bridge replacement projects, etc. Assists Project Engineers on major projects with project management duties. Reviews reports, estimates and final plans prepared by subordinates. Monitors project Quality Assurance/Quality Control, erosion control and traffic control activities on major projects for compliance with approved plans. Assists Project Engineer on major projects with training and coordination of inspectors. Performs project inspection duties on projects of moderate to advanced complexity. Prepares monthly construction estimates and final plans. Performs project closeout duties. Meets with and responds to inquiries from the public, contractor personnel, utility company representatives, city and council officials as necessary while representing Department. Performs other related duties as assigned.A bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management and one (1) year of engineering or construction management work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence.

Physical Requirement: The physical demands for the essential functions of this position involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time. This position may require travel. This position may require bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, and kneeling. This position requires driving and walking for extended periods, treading rough and uneven terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental-related emergencies. This position may be exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions and noise. Normal ( 40) work week with occasional overtime. Must possess good hearing and minimum 20/60 vision. Should have the capability to stand and work for long periods and trek over rough terrain. Must be able to stand, bend, squat, stoop and have good balance. Must be able to work in hazardous conditions such as weather and heavy traffic.

A motor vehicle operator’s license is required. Applications accepted on-line at careers.sc.gov. Supplemental questions are considered part of the application and must be completed. Additional questions regarding the application process should be directed to: District 6 HR at 843-740-1665. Non Discrimination Statement: The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

How this job compares

Set against the 884 open Construction Project Management jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$70–106K/yr
  • US median$114–170K/yr543 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $88K, is 38% below the US median midpoint ($143K) — in the lowest quarter of Construction Project Management salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 11 open Construction Project Management jobs in South Carolina and 884 across the US. 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience — less than three in four Construction Project Management postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 571 postings).
Education
128 of the 884 open Construction Project Management jobs (14%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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