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AgencyCanal Corporation

TitleProfessional Engineer 1 (Civil/Transportation)

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade24

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $77187 to $104183 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 20%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address 30 South Pearl Street

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12207

Minimum Qualifications Candidates must be reachable for appointment on the Civil Service eligible list for Professional Engineer 1 (Civil/Transportation) or candidates must have one year of permanent competitive service in a title eligible for transfer under the provisions of Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
One year of professional engineering experience with transportation projects related to highways/roadways, bridges, airports, waterways or traffic management and safety systems. Under the NYS Education Department guidelines, all professional engineers must practice only in their area of competency or they may be subject to disciplinary action.

Duties Description The Canal Corporation (Canals) works in partnership with local, state, and federal entities to implement canal projects that meet the goals and objectives of the NYS Canal Recreationway Plan and the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor Plan. The projects are geared towards increasing public access and use of the Canal System, adding new and improved trail linkages and enhancing tourism and economic revitalization opportunities along the 524 miles comprising the Canal system. The New York State Canal System, includes the Erie, Champlain, Oswego and Cayuga-Seneca canals, linking the Hudson River with the Great Lakes, the Finger Lakes and Lake Champlain. Under the general direction of the Director of Construction Management, the Professional Engineer 1 (Civil / Transportation) will perform a variety of assignments including, but not limited to, the following:

• Performs professional level Civil engineering duties in support of Canal Headquarter operations including planning, design, construction and supervision.

• Supervises and administers the Canal Corporation’s Construction Management Program and multiple active construction contracts including emergency response when necessary.

• Monitors, rates, and reviews the civil engineering work of professional-level engineers including Engineers In Charge and Consultant Resident Engineers.

• Monitors progress of contracts, safety, and the quality of work performed; conducts and/or supervises field inspections; ensures that the provisions of the contract are met, and that timely payment is made to the contractor.

• Represents the Corporation with Federal, State, and local officials; establishes and maintains collaboration between Canal management, consultants, contractors, and other governmental entities regarding the construction program.

• Reviews plans, details, and specifications and estimates prepared for construction contract proposals.

• Works collaboratively with Corporation Engineering and Maintenance staff to develop future contracts and address field requirements.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Mary Jane McGuire

Telephone 518-449-6003

Fax

Email Address Recruitment@canals.ny.gov

Address

Street 30 South Pearl Street

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12207

Notes on ApplyingInterested candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for the position should send a cover letter and resume by the application deadline of 5/7/19 to recruitment@canals.ny.gov. Please include the position title and location, PE 1 - Albany, in the subject line of your email to ensure receipt of your application.

The New York State Canal Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.

New York State Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination based on age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, marital status, gender identity, prior arrests, prior conviction records, predisposing genetic characteristics or domestic violence victim status.

The New York State Canal Corporation provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify accessibility@canals.ny.gov.