Civil Engineer/Construction Manager

$88,000 - $88,000/Yr

Iron County Road Commission - Iron River, MI

Full-time - Mid Level

Iron River, MI

About the position

The Iron County Road Commission (ICRC) is seeking a Civil Engineer/Construction Manager to oversee engineering and construction projects on MDOT, county primary, and local roads. This role involves project management, compliance with state and federal standards, and coordination with contractors and governmental bodies.

Responsibilities

• Participate in project scoping, design, estimating, bid documents, and contractor coordination for Federal Aid, State-funded projects, and local projects.
• Assist with fieldwork/construction when necessary.
• Conduct construction inspections, review contractor invoicing, and maintain project documentation.
• Utilize tools like ProjectWise, Field Manager, and RoadSoft to ensure compliance with state and federal standards.
• Assist in preparing annual budget line items for maintenance and road projects.
• Assist with inventory of ICRC construction/maintenance items: culverts, gravel, sand, salt.
• Support fieldwork, including survey tasks and PASER roadway ratings, and assist with Act 51 map updates.
• Act as the primary contact for Miss Dig and assist with Michigan Department of Environment permit applications.
• Attend seminars, training, and meetings to remain well-versed with current engineering standards and guidelines.
• Represent the Board in dealing with governmental and public bodies as needed.

Requirements

• Licensed Civil Engineer OR Master's degree or higher in engineering, construction management, or related field required.
• Previous experience in a governmental setting, familiarity with MDOT project bidding and documentation, and public works or road commission experience desired.
• Experience with word processing, spreadsheet software, ProjectWise, Roadsoft, Merl, and Field Manager desired.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to walk extended distances and climb stairs, ramps, and natural outdoor grounds.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and manipulate tools, equipment, supplies, and other objects over fifty (50) pounds.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with, or the desire to learn, the operation of some heavy equipment (dozer, loader, backhoe, roller) is desirable.

Benefits

• $88,000 annual salary
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Personal and Comp time
• Ten paid holidays
• Health Insurance/ Payment in lieu
• Life Insurance
• Employer paid vision and dental insurance
• MERS Pension plan
• Annual safety equipment reimbursement